Optimal metabolic energy balance influences our natural choices regarding the types and quantities of calories we consume, our motivation for engaging in regular, appropriate physical activity, and the necessity for optimal rest and recovery.

 

Achieving this balance will naturally support mental and emotional well-being, along with promoting a healthy body composition. However, the modern Western lifestyle—characterised by increasing stress, exposure to processed foods, and the natural aging process—can disrupt this optimal metabolic energy balance.

 

The main goal of the 14-day project is to kickstart the process of returning to a healthy state of natural ketosis and balancing hormones. In this state, the body mainly uses stored fat as its primary fuel source for both mental and physical functions. As a result, you may notice that your appetite is generally lower than usual, and you may begin to crave healthier food options in appropriate portions.

 

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Data shows an increasing number of women with the following health statistics.

 

🩸 Higher than optimal average blood glucose (e.g 5.6%>)

🚰 Dehydration (poor water-to-mineral balance)

💓 Lower HRV (Heart Rate Variability) stress response (cortisol>)

📺 Eating often through habit, or, importantly, not at all

💪 Little to no structured resistance-based exercise.

 

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♀️ A 14-day guided and accountable dietary project.

♀️ CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) accountability and clear dietary direction.

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♀️ Establish and consolidate innate 'fitting' food behaviour.

♀️ Install uniform blood glucose, optimum gut biome balance, and fitting portions (cals).

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♀️ Comply and acknowledge the dietary (and lifestyle) direction, all 14 days.

♀️ Forward (privately) compliance to your coach, Brad Pamp.

🩸 Lower average blood glucose

 

Lowering average blood glucose levels and avoiding intermittent spikes typically leads to a metabolic state of healthy ketosis. Essentially, this means you rely more on your stored fat to fuel your daily activities. When your body is using stored fat for energy, your appetite is often suppressed—you may not feel the need to eat as frequently.  Our goal is to find 'your' optimal macronutrient balance - this includes carbohydrates.

 

The best way to manage your blood glucose levels is to monitor and track them in real-time. I strongly recommend using a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM). A CGM, in essence, gamifies the process and helps you achieve an ideal balanced zone.

 

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🚰 Maintain Optimal Hydration

 

Data shows that a significant percentage of Australian women are not actually hungry, but rather dehydrated. Further studies indicate that effective hydration strategies can suppress feelings of hunger.

 

It is essential to implement proven hydration strategies during this project. A combination of warm water, salt (such as bicarbonate of soda), and fresh citrus (like lemon) supports optimal cellular hydration.  Stay with me, now!

 

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🧠 De-stress

 

Hormones, female hormones, are influenced by emotional stress.

 

We will practice a super simple and regular breathing technique - believe me, this works!

 

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📋 Stick to the schedule

 

Most people tend to stick to a list well.

 

Treat the listed menu (and recommended activity/centring strategies) as your guide and keep track of your progress with your coach.

 

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💓 Movement

 

Let’s be clear: regular and appropriate movement is essential for optimal health. You’ve got to move!

 

One caveat to rebooting your metabolism is to avoid excessively intense exercise. While some strenuous activity can be beneficial, it can also cause your appetite to increase significantly, which is not ideal when you’re trying to re-establish your best eating habits.

 

Please take note of my activity recommendations throughout this project.

 

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A final note

 

"My 30 years in the dietary space confirm that consuming too few calories,

opting for manufactured low-sugar or low-calorie choices,

and choosing supposedly industrialised healthy meals

will almost always lead to consuming more excessive (bad) calories later".

 

Brad Pamp