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I was dealing with some intestinal problems some months back and after consulting with my doctor, I switched from a high protein diet to a low residue diet. Basically, I was not eating any kind of refined items before but because of this issue in my intestine doctor advised me to go for a “Diet with low residue content” or you can say a diet with little or less fiber content. 

If you have no idea about this diet plan then let me tell you that a low residue diet is advised by your doctor in some special cases like you have some intestinal problems, colon disease, or any kind of stomach surgery. You cannot follow this diet on your own, you need a consultation from your doctor prior to including this diet plan for some time. Most importantly you cannot follow this diet for a very long time, this is a temporary diet plan and reducing fiber from your diet permanently for a lifetime can be very harmful to your body, even if you are doing it for some time ask your doctor first and let him examine you.

Coming back to my experience on this diet plan, Following a High fiber and High Protein diet from months, I was not eating any kind of refined products even though I lost my appetite for eating this kind of stuff. But when I started a low residue diet, I wasn’t allowed to consume more fiber and protein as it can hamper the intestinal problem. So, while following this low fiber diet, I got many delicious choices of food to choose from. 

While following this diet you can have access to many of your favorite food items like Pasta, Noodles, Chicken, Sausages, Meat, and many more delicious dishes. Eating a lot of greens, lentils, boiled foods for a long time, I really desired to eat something new and something more delicious and when my doctor advised me to switch my diet for some time, I got a little worried at first as consuming these no refined products from a very long time has reduced my cravings for any other food items but after sometime when I realized that I had to deal with this thing for some time, I started following a low residue diet and now it’s been almost a month on this diet.

I ate all those food items like meatballs, chicken curry, white rice instead of brown rice, noodles and tried some exotic drinks during this time period. This is what I liked about this diet that I can eat all the no refined products as well that are extremely delicious. Even if you are a person having a fixed routine and a very strict and rigid diet, I bet no one can deny eating something delicious which fills our hearts with joy. Some things happened to me and I enjoyed eating some very finger-licking flavourful dishes.

Now that I feel a little better my doctor advised me to start including fiber in your diet gradually and increase it slowly with time. Do not hurry and give your body a shock by including it rapidly. This is yet another thing that you need to have in your mind while following this diet plan. So if you are dealing with some kind of issue in your stomach go and consult your doctor and always eat healthy in the long term if you want to maintain a fit mind and body.

In the modern age when there is an abundance of food, many people have developed a certain kind of relationship with food which was not in existence earlier. If you are one among those who are upset and stressful about their relationship with food, you have come to the right place. This article explains to you the reason behind your emotional roller coaster ride with food and shows you the best way to deal with it.

Let’s talk about the core issue; the one that is at the root of all. What is it that makes you crave for food even if you are not hungry? You may have a well-designed diet plan. You may intend to eat well. You may desire for weight loss and have a great body. But, all these accounts for nothing if you do not curve your craving for unwanted food. Overeating and diet dilemma are in many ways related to depression, anxiety and trauma. What we need to understand here is that food is not at fault. There are certain factors that cause these cravings. Here is what makes you crave for food and how to deal with it:

Alcoholic beverages

Alcohol and alcoholic beverages increase your food craving. It lowers blood sugar level and disrupts levels of brain chemicals. Cut down the consumption of alcohol and see what happens. You will likely find that your cravings will become less intense and eventually go away entirely.

Emotional eating

If you ever did observe, you might have realized that you eat a lot more when you are stressed. This ultimately results in more calorie-intake. Manage your emotional eating and you will stop your cravings.

Unfulfilling breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Make sure to have a wholesome breakfast loaded with all the essential nutrients that can help you keep going through the day. This will help you to stay away from food cravings in between your meals. Here is a quick breakfast recipe that is delicious and full of essential nutrients. 

Lack of variety in your meals

When you stick to a routine diet, it might help you keep track of your calories, but it will most likely leave you feeling unfulfilled. Add variety to your diets and try new combinations of foods to stop cravings.

Sleep

While lack of sleep is already associated with poor brain functioning and insulin resistance, research shows that lack of sleep also causes food cravings. Getting the right amount of forty winks can help you stop those cravings.

The Bottom Line

Food is a fuel for our survival on this planet. This is more than enough a reason to love food. However, when you believe that food has become a reason for your unhealthy lifestyle, you need to change your perception (and your diet). It is not food that makes you unhealthy. It is the choice of food and the amount of food you consume that takes a toll on your body and your health. So, next time when you stuff that slice of pizza into your mouth, give it a second thought and measure the consequences. Love food but practice moderation. Only then will you be able to maintain a balance between food and a healthy lifestyle.

One of the most common myths in the world of bodybuilding is that you can’t build your body with a vegetarian diet. The reason for this belief is that bodybuilding requires your diet to be protein-rich. But, what is overlooked here is the fact that there are a lot of vegetarian sources of protein that can fulfil the protein requirement for the body. Apart from proteins, bodybuilding requires a lot of other nutrients like minerals, vitamins, healthy fats and carbs. Vegans get the required nutrients from whole grains, nuts, fruits, seeds and vegetables. This article is about the top foods sources that must have their place in an Indian vegetarian diet plan for bodybuilding.

1. Low-fat milk and milk products

Milk’s protein profile is comprised of 20% whey protein and 80% casein protein. The benefits of whey are well known in the bodybuilding industry. It is one of the top choices as supplements for most bodybuilders.

2. Banana

Banana helps the protein reach your muscles. Being a great source of carbs, it works as a great post-workout food.

3. Nuts

When it comes to getting protein, fibres and healthy fats all from one source, nuts are the perfect choice for you. A handful of almonds has more protein than an egg. It contains energy-boosting manganese and copper. Walnuts are full of Omega-3 which increases synthesis and decreases degradation which is necessary for muscle growth.

4. Peanut Butter

It is a good source of protein. It is immensely beneficial for heart and muscle health. It builds and repairs your muscles and hence works as a great source for bodybuilders to bulk up and get into shape.

5. Oats

Oats contain essential nutrients like folic acid, thiamin, vitamin E, biotin and elements like zinc and iron which helps in increasing the speed of muscle recovery.

6. Shatavari

This is an Ayurvedic herb which is known to be a good source of vitamins A, C, E and K and chromium. It has antioxidants. It neutralizes cell-damaging free radicals. It has high levels of amino acids which help the body to soak the excess water from the body and release the same through urination.

7. Ashwagandha

This is an Ayurvedic herb which is also known as Indian Ginseng. It increases the testosterone level and helps in increasing strength and muscle building. It also improves cardiovascular health and controls cholesterol levels.

The Bottom Line

With these food sources in mind, you can start working on your Indian vegetarian diet plan for bodybuilding. The overall health benefits of a vegan diet plan have been underrated form a long time. Now that you know the fitness benefits of these plant-based diets, you can go ahead and give vegan bodybuilding a shot.

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