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The Nutrition Basics Guide

The plain-language starting point: what your food is made of, how much you actually need, and a plate you can build anywhere.

No diet to follow and nothing to count forever. Just the handful of things that actually move the needle, explained in plain language, with a seven-day plan to put them to work.

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What is inside

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Start here: three rules that do most of the work

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The three macronutrients, explained simply

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How much do you actually need?

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The hand-portion method (no scales required)

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The balanced plate, four ways

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Hydration, alcohol and the things people overthink

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Reading a label in 20 seconds

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Your first 7 days

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Quick reference

Who it is for

  • You want to eat better but every source seems to contradict the last one
  • You are starting (or restarting) training and want your food to support it
  • You would rather understand a few principles than follow a rigid plan
  • You want portion guidance you can use in any kitchen or restaurant, no scale required

What it is not

  • Not a crash diet, cleanse or detox
  • Not medical advice, and not a substitute for your clinician or a registered dietitian
  • No supplements to buy and no products to sell you inside the guide

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This material is general nutrition and fitness education, not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for care from your own doctor or a registered dietitian. Talk to a qualified clinician before changing your diet or starting a new exercise routine, especially if you are pregnant, have a diagnosed condition, take medication, or have a history of disordered eating. Stop and seek care for chest pain, dizziness, faintness or sharp joint pain.