Whether you engage in physical activity and sports or not, healthy
eating is essential for optimizing performance. Combining good nutrition
with physical activity can lead to a healthier lifestyle. In line with
this, Jumia Food shares some healthy eating hacks to achieve an active
lifestyle.
Maximize with nutrient-packed foods
Give your body the nutrients it needs by eating a variety of
nutrient-packed food, including whole grains, protein, fruits and
vegetables, and low-fat or fat-free dairy. In addition, eat less food
high in solid fats, added sugars, and sodium (salt).
nutrient-packed food, including whole grains, protein, fruits and
vegetables, and low-fat or fat-free dairy. In addition, eat less food
high in solid fats, added sugars, and sodium (salt).
Energise with grains
Your body’s quickest energy source comes from foods such as bread,
pasta, oatmeal, and cereals. Be sure to make at least half of your grain
food choices whole-grain foods like whole-wheat bread or pasta and
brown rice.
pasta, oatmeal, and cereals. Be sure to make at least half of your grain
food choices whole-grain foods like whole-wheat bread or pasta and
brown rice.
Drink water
Stay hydrated by drinking water instead of sugary drinks. Keep a reusable water bottle with you to always have water on hand.
Know how much to eat
Get personalised nutrition information based on your age, gender,
height, weight, current physical activity level, and other factors. Use
an app like SuperTracker to determine your calorie needs, plan a diet
that’s right for you, and track progress toward your goals.
height, weight, current physical activity level, and other factors. Use
an app like SuperTracker to determine your calorie needs, plan a diet
that’s right for you, and track progress toward your goals.
Don’t forget dairy
Foods like fat-free and low-fat milk, cheese, yoghurt, and soymilk help
to build and maintain strong bones needed for everyday activities.
Foods like fat-free and low-fat milk, cheese, yoghurt, and soymilk help
to build and maintain strong bones needed for everyday activities.
