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EATING 4 FOOD GROUPS = HEALTH: WHY?

Most people eat every day, yet their healing is slow.
Because eating food is not the same as eating the right food groups, in the right amounts, for the right condition.

The body heals when food groups work together. When one is ignored or abused, medication struggles to work. Here are the food groups am talking about:
▪️Carbohydrates (energy foods)
▪️Proteins (body building)
▪️Fats and oils
▪️Vitamins and minerals
▪️Water

CARBOHYDRATES: These are the main source of energy. Without energy, the body becomes stressed, weak, and unable to heal. Eat them:
•For your brain, blood and muscles
• To support daily activity

Now! Excess refined carbohydrates raise blood sugar. They worsen diabetes and inflammation. Choose unrefined ones (roller meal, or those with fiber)

Portion size:
• Diabetes(sugar): smaller portions, slow-digesting carbs (those with fibers roller, brown bread, brown rice etc) make sure it's the size of your fist (ikofi in Bemba)
• TB and underweight patients: need more carbs (for energy)
• BP patients: moderate amounts, also avoid refined sources(just like those with sugar)

The issue is not carbohydrates, but: the Type, Portion size, and Timing.

PROTEINS: These are the building blocks of the body. They repair tissues and support immunity. They help:
• For wound healing
• To maintain muscles
• To strengthen immunity during illness

Low protein intake leads to:
• Delayed wound healing
• Frequent infections
• Muscle wasting

Potion size:
• TB patients need more
• Those recovering from illness need more
• Elderly they also need more.

Who needs control?
• Renal patients (excess protein strains kidneys)
These should focus on high biological value protein (HBV) these proteins have all 9 essential amino acids and are easy to digest (Eggs, Fish, Chicken "remove the skin", milk boil it to remove some fats or use fat free milk).

FATS AND OILS Fats support hormones, brain function, and absorption of vitamins. They help absorb vitamins A, D, E, K

Now! Excess oily and fried foods increase inflammation. They worsen BP, cholesterol, and weight gain (Obesity)

Who needs less? • BP patients • Heart conditions • Obesity

VITAMINS AND MINERALS These regulate body processes. Without them, the body cannot heal efficiently. They also improve immunity, Support digestion and Regulate blood pressure and blood sugar. Eat more of these. Best sources: Fruits (if you have sugar don't eat fruits unless you're in single number, 9 below, Vegetables (eat a lot of vegetables).

WATER Water is often ignored, yet it is essential for life and healing. Why drink enough water?
• To support kidney function
• Improve blood circulation
• Help digestion
Poor hydration leads to: • High BP, Kidney strain, Constipation, Thicken blood.

Who needs controlled intake? • Renal and heart patients (amount must be guided)

Healing fails when food groups are: Skipped, Poorly combined, Eaten without considering the medical condition

Medication treats symptoms.
Nutrition supports the body’s ability to heal.

You do not need expensive food. Healing depends on:
• Portion control based on condition
• Meal timing
• Understanding why you eat what you eat.

I help people manage medical and chronic conditions through nutrition and lifestyle guidance based on individual needs.

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Ackim Simukonda | Nutrition Scientist