When meal planning with our naturopath, she will focus on whole, unprocessed foods, prioritising fresh, seasonal produce, lean proteins, and healthy fats, while avoiding additives, artificial colours, preservatives, and chemicals.
Core principles of a naturopathic meal plan:
- Whole Foods: Emphasize foods in their natural state, minimizing processed and refined options.
- Plant-Based Focus: Prioritize a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes.
- Seasonal Eating: Consume foods that are in season, as they are often most nutrient-rich and available locally.
- Organic and Local: Opt for organic and locally sourced foods whenever possible to minimise exposure to pesticides and support local farmers.
- Lean Protein: Include lean protein sources like fish, poultry, eggs, tofu, and beans.
- Healthy Fats: Incorporate healthy fats from sources like avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil.
- Hydration: Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
- Avoid: Minimise or eliminate processed foods, refined sugars, excessive saturated and trans fats, artificial additives, and chemicals.
Meal planning tips:
Consult with a Naturopath: Work with our qualified naturopath Doreen to develop a personalised meal plan that meets your individual needs and health goals.
Plan Ahead: Create a weekly meal plan to ensure you have a variety of healthy meals and snacks readily available.
Make a Shopping List: Create a detailed shopping list based on your meal plan to avoid impulse purchases and ensure you have everything you need.
Prepare in Advance: Consider meal prepping or batch cooking to save time during the week.
Incorporate Variety: Include a wide range of colors and types of foods to ensure you are getting a full spectrum of nutrients.
Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to your body’s hunger and fullness cues, and eat when you are genuinely hungry.
