NUTRITION

Explore how to age well with good nutrition

What does Nutrition mean to you?

Simply put, Nutrition is about the food we eat and its effects on our body. It encompasses all the components found in food, including Carbohydrates, Fat, Protein, known as Macronutrients and Vitamins and Minerals, known as Micronutrients. To have everything we need to thrive in our mid-life years and beyond, it's crucial to eat a range of foods, that contain sufficient Macro and Micronutrients. Above all, here at SHW, we believe that ‘Good’ Nutrition also needs to be Unapologetically Delicious!

Protein
Protein is a complex molecule made up of essential amino acids (EAA) and is responsible for specific and unique functions within our body and muscular mass as we age. Found in Animal (e.g. red meat) and Plants ( e.g. beans and pulses)

Fats
To remain healthy, we must consume a specific quantity of fat in our diets. Over the years, Fats have been given a bad press, but evidence now shows that as we enter our mid-life years and beyond, it is crucial to consume healthy fats to produce hormones since they both build and lower inflammation. Eating healthy fats does not mean you gain weight, if you eat them in moderation.

Micronutrients
The body requires very small amounts of vitamins and minerals, known as micronutrients. Micronutrient deficiencies can present in a decline in energy and mental clarity, as well as poor academic performance, decreased productivity at work, and a higher chance of contracting other illnesses and ailments.

Carbohydrate
Our central nervous system and brain rely on carbohydrates as a consistent and easily accessible source of energy as well as providing fibre. There are two types – complex (e.g Wholegrain bread) and simple ( e.g cakes, biscuits).

Water, Water Everywhere!
Water is such a vital part of good nutrition and to keep healthy, we need to make sure we consume water in addition to that in food. Generally, we require around 2 litres of water each day, but the more active you, the more water you will need.

Nutrition

Protein Protein is a complex molecule made up of essential amino acids (EAA) and is responsible for specific and unique functions within our body and muscular mass as we age. Found in Animal (e.g. red meat) and Plants ( e.g. beans and pulses)

Carbohydrate Our central nervous system and brain rely on carbohydrates as a consistent and easily accessible source of energy as well as providing fibre. There are two types – complex (e.g Wholegrain bread) and simple ( e.g cakes, biscuits).

Water, Water Everywhere! Water is such a vital part of good nutrition and to keep healthy, we need to make sure we consume water in addition to that in food. Generally, we require around 2 litres of water each day, but the more active you, the more water you will need.

Protein
Protein is a complex molecule made up of essential amino acids (EAA) and is responsible for specific and unique functions within our body and muscular mass as we age. Found in Animal (e.g. red meat) and Plants ( e.g. beans and pulses)

Carbohydrate
Our central nervous system and brain rely on carbohydrates as a consistent and easily accessible source of energy as well as providing fibre. There are two types – complex (e.g Wholegrain bread) and simple ( e.g cakes, biscuits).

Water, Water Everywhere!
Water is such a vital part of good nutrition and to keep healthy, we need to make sure we consume water in addition to that in food. Generally, we require around 2 litres of water each day, but the more active you, the more water you will need.