The Organic Debate, Nutrition Tip #6
This is another topic that came up on the grocery store tour: organic versus regular fruit and veggies.
Tip #6
The Organic Debate
by Dr. John Berardi
The average person should consume two pieces of fruit and three servings of vegetables per day as a minimum. Athletes probably need even more – I recommend 10-15 servings per day for each of my athletes. Expert often spend too much time arguing about organic vs. regular fruits and veggies. I agree that raw, organic fruits and vegetables are best since they have a higher micronutrient count, but any fruits and veggies are better than none! Get sufficient fruits and vegetables in your diet before worrying about whether they’re organic or not. Once you’ve done that, worry on.
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This same reasoning goes with free-range chickens and cattle versus farm fed. Just eat more lean sources of protein period. Stick to whole foods and avoid the processed, pre-packaged crap that is so prevalent in our society. Once that habit is engrained then worry about how much exercise your protein source received before it was slaughtered.
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Mat “the trainer”
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Mat Gover BS, CSCS and Pam Gover CPT are Orem fitness boot camp instructors, personal trainers, and real world fat loss experts. They also own EXL Fitness & Performance, a personal and group training studio. To book Mat to speak at your Utah Valley company, club, or organization please contact him by email at matthetrainer@me.com or by phone at (801) 836.7185. For a free two-week trial to boot camp and experience the best personal training in Utah Valley please call Mat or drop by the gym (1623 N State St, Orem right next to Costa Vida).
Great job training all of us at Reunion Tour…you’re an animal and I feel honored to work with you. Keep up the great work and thanks for making my family healthier and happier. P.S. My wife loved the grocery tour!!
Hey Mat n Pam thanks for your timely tips. I appreciate your Extra Effort & Knowledge in helping us get too and maintain a Healthy Lifestyle.