To a Healthy weight exercise is required, but especially the advice of a nutritionist. However, it is possible to renew habits with the help of applications. Until you find the ideal specialist.
There are ‘apps– paid or free – designed to get you started in the world of plant-based nutrition or to reduce consumption of ultra-processed products. The latter are characterized by containing large amounts of salt, sugar, saturated fat and chemicals, according to nutritionist Cristina Calderón.
All of which contribute to weight gain and the development of various diseases and that is why this specialist proposes to consume products with the least amount of ingredients: a maximum of three is fine.
These applications have been around on the Internet for several years. However, they became a trend after the health emergency caused by the COVID-19.
Now, according to experts, people are more aware of them nutritionBecause to fight the ravages of various diseases, it is essential to maintain a strong immune system.
One of the most popular ‘apps’ is called My no dietThis teaches you how to eat healthy by selecting only nutritious products. The application contains the list of those foods and their respective nutritional contribution.
My no diet contains information about proteins, carbohydrates and healthy fats. That’s what makes it attractive, as it promotes the consumption of all the macro and micronutrients the body needs to function properly.
Experts such as nutritionist María Lourden Linzán explains that the sum of all these nutrients increases the risk of diseases such as Anemia and to suffer dizziness or even episodes of anxietyFor example, that’s what restrictive diets entail.
This option also provides general guidelines for achieving that healthy lifestyle: eat three servings of fruit a day, cut down on sugar and drink six to eight glasses of water.
And to fulfill that last purpose is AqualertIt reminds the user when to drink water to stay hydrated. While that may seem simple, many people find it difficult to get an ideal fluid intake during the day.
How does it work? After downloading, the user fills in his weight and height and based on this data, the ‘app’ determines how much water he should drink per day. Notifications will come in from time to time, accompanied by ‘tabletsinformative about the benefits of drinking liquids.
Taking of WaterAccording to nutritionists, it helps to remove toxins and keep you feeling full for longer. So before eating a snack, people will think twice.
Developed in Uruguay in 2015, this application was awarded first place in the Google Fit Developer Challenge, a competition that aims to reward and encourage the development of applications aimed at improving health and exercise.
The list of ‘apps’ created for this purpose is extensive, but another favorite is Runtastic Balance, that represents a specific number of calories and an amount of macronutrients per day, depending on the sex, height, weight and goals of each man or woman.
This option allows you to keep track of your daily meals and ultimately adjust your habits. It also has a section with personalized nutrition plans, but this in the paid version.