[LifeStyle] 2021 will be the year of responsible consumption

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Marked by the pandemic, organic, healthy eating and enjoying a concept of sustainable life, committed to the environment, will be key to taking care of ourselves and protecting ourselves from within.

If 2020 has taught us that the most important thing we can do is take care of ourselves, protect those around us, and reconcile with nature, 2021 is going to become the year of sustainable consumption at all levels, of organic food, to look for proximity products whenever possible ...
And it will be from food, of course, but also from resources, from cosmetics, from nutricosmetics, from the purchase of any good that is needed, it will have a further thought: how it is made, how it has been made, how it affects your footprint, what is the goal.

2021: the year of sustainable change
Alexandre Raksanyi, co-founder and CEO of Smartfooding, the place to find organic, vegan, gluten-free products, confirms this to Sport and Life. "We believe that 2021 will be a year full of changes in consumer priorities, especially in the food sector."
"After the COVID-19 crisis, purchases of organic products, superfoods and food supplements have increased through e-commerce, showing that the number of people aware of their health has also increased. At Smartfooding we are committed to an ecological, healthy diet and for a concept of sustainable life, for which we are also committed to the environment (ecological products, zero waste, vegans, Km 0) and also, we support social and fair trade causes favoring small eco-responsible producers in the region " , Add.

How to start eating healthier
"This is usually one of the purposes of many people, and improving our diet can be achieved with small gestures and changes. A good way to start would be to base our diet on real food, on foods that come without packaging or with a list of ingredients And to bet, as far as possible, on fresh, seasonal, organic, Km 0 and bulk food ".
"It is also a good practice to increase the consumption of fruits, vegetables and vegetables, since it is from them that we will obtain most of the essential micronutrients, antioxidants and enzymes. And to reduce the consumption of sugar, for example by choosing natural sweet flavors such as of fruits and replacing table sugar with more natural alternatives such as stevia, birch sugar or dates ", he highlights.
The Smartfooding healthy products that cannot be missing in your shopping cart would be: nuts and seeds in bulk, sprouts, green leafy vegetables, dark chocolate, cereals (oats, rice, quinoa, millet, etc.), fermented (sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir or kombucha) and a superfood such as nutritional yeast or spirulina algae.

The health benefits of eating healthy
The belief that we will see short-term benefits is what leads people to abandon this healthy lifestyle. Although some of the benefits can be observed in the short term, such as increased vitality, improved mood or regulation of intestinal transit, most of them we will see in the medium or long term, once our body adapts to these changes.
The latter include the change in body composition (the% body fat is reduced), the reduction in LDL cholesterol, blood pressure and the sugar spike after meals. Also important is the reduction of the risk of suffering from cardiovascular diseases, some types of cancer and deterioration of cognitive functions.

A startup of family origin
"Smartfooding was founded by three founding partners: Romain, Alexandre and Emeric in 2017. This startup arises because most of our children suffer from allergies and food intolerances, and it was difficult for us to find products suitable for their diets in the market. Among the three of us We created Smartfooding, an online store of organic products and for special diets, which aims to provide everyone with a healthier and more responsible life at more affordable prices, while ensuring loyalty and closeness to our customers and a fair relationship with our suppliers, who are largely small national producers.

 

Yes, there is also sustainable pet food
"Ecological consumption is on the rise and society is increasingly committed to the environment and the animals that live on our planet, and much more if these animals are part of our family. That is why, the product market for pets does not stop growing, "he explains.
"Organic food for animals is produced in a sustainable and respectful way with the planet, without the use of pesticides, herbicides, chemicals, growth hormones or artificial additives. It is an excellent option for our pets as it benefits their well-being and health, apart from promoting local commerce and caring for the environment ".

Benefits of superfoods for athletes
"Superfoods or superfoods are 100% natural foods, whether they be fruits, vegetables, seeds, algae, cereals, herbs or roots, which contain a high concentration of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that help us strengthen our immune system and reduce risk of chronic diseases, thus improving our physical health, "he explains.
"The regular practice of sport requires a diet that allows obtaining all the necessary nutrients to cover caloric expenditure, keep muscles strong and replenish electrolytes. For all this, these foods are especially interesting to improve the performance of athletes."
Some of the superfoods that are becoming increasingly po[CENSORED]r for their rich properties are: flax and chia seeds, kale, açaí, avocado, cinnamon, turmeric, spirulina and goji berries. They are great to enrich our recipes such as smoothies, yogurts, oatmeal porridge, smoothies, salads, vegetable creams, etc.

What to eat when we are injured
"Food is more important during the recovery of the injured athlete. During this period, the athlete's diet should be based on the intake of whole foods, minimally processed and increase the amount of fruits, vegetables, vegetables, legumes and natural nuts" , highlights.
"Regarding energy needs, these should generally be lower, because physical activity is also lower. In addition, it is advised that the consumption of fats come from foods rich in omega 3 (oily fish, nuts, seeds flax, avocado, etc.) to deal with inflammation that may cause injury. "
"A higher protein consumption is also recommended to accelerate the recovery process: eat foods that contain protein of high biological value (meat, fish, eggs and dairy without added sugar), and even supplement this contribution with supplements such as whey protein milk".

Powdered superfoods: same benefits?
"In powdered superfoods, the concentration of antioxidants and minerals increases, but on the other hand, when applying various processes to crush and commercialize them, it may be that a large part of the vitamins of group B and C are lost due to the fact that they are water soluble" .
"We would like to emphasize that no superfood is miraculous. A varied and healthy diet should not have any deficit, so it is not essential to consume them. But we can introduce them into our diet as an additional supplement to our diet, never as a substitute for other foods. I also want to emphasize that most of these superfoods come from exotic places and cause a great environmental impact, so we must take into account the fact that, although they are natural foods, it does not mean that they cannot harm the planet ", a very important detail.
Nutricosmetics: how to start using it
"Nutricosmetics is a combination of food and personal care. Nutricosmetics are products of natural origin that help us enhance our beauty and take care of our appearance, especially that of our skin and hair, thanks to the active principles they contain".
Foods of plant origin already provide us with vitamins, minerals and antioxidant unsaturated fats that influence the good condition of our skin. But it is true that some culinary techniques and other substances present in food can inhibit the action of these nutrients. That is why nutricosmetics combined with a balanced diet can be very effective. Although it is important that, if we want to start using this type of product, we always consult a specialist first to assess and supervise our particular case. "