Ep 01: What is a Healthy Diet for Paralysis?

Welcome to the Paralysis Nutrition Podcast! Fatimah is very excited to start having important conversations surrounding healthy eating for people with paralysis. Fatimah is a registered dietitian who is married to a quadriplegic and specializes in nutrition for paralysis. Her passion is helping the paralysis community learn to eat right so they can live healthier and happier lives.

In this debut episode, Fatimah will define what a healthy diet looks like for a person with paralysis. However, this is not your average diet with countless rules and unsatisfying meals. With Fatimah’s approach, eating right for paralysis is learning how to balance your food choices, in a way that's sustainable for years to come. She will explain how learning about nutrition and taking control of your health using the power of food can be both rewarding and fun!

Highlights from the episode:

5 things that define a healthy “diet” for paralysis

• 5 things that define a healthy “diet” for paralysis
• Eat the right amount of calories
• Balance your macros (macronutrients- proteins, carbs, fats)
• Adequate fiber
• Adequate hydration
• Make it fun and delicious!

Episode topics to look forward to:

• How to lose weight without exercising
• Understanding Macros

Grab your copy of The Paralysis Nutrition Cookbook: 101 Recipes to Help You Lose Weight & Improve Bowel Health. With this book, you can create meals with real food, real taste, and real results! 

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