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5 Core Nutrition Principles

Food Is Your Foundation — Eat Smart, Not Less

The Fit35 approach works with South Asian food culture — not against it. No elimination diets. No giving up the food you love. Just a smarter way to eat.

Protein First

Hit your protein target every day. It preserves muscle, kills hunger, and drives fat loss.

1

Real Food Only

No extreme diets. Rice, dal, roti, eggs — traditional food can absolutely be healthy food.

2

Control Portions, Not Pleasure

You don't need to stop eating your favourite foods. You need to eat the right amount.

3

Structured Meals

3 meals + 1 snack. Eat every 4-5 hours. Don't skip meals — it slows your metabolism.

4

Hydration is Non-Negotiable

2.5-3 litres of water daily. Most fatigue and cravings are actually dehydration.

4

Framework

Daily Meal Framework

⏱ 7–8 AM

Breakfast

Goal

High protein start

⏱ 12–1 PM

Lunch

Goal

Balanced macros

⏱ 3–4 PM

Snack

Goal

Energy Bridge

⏱ 6–7 PM

Dinner

Goal

Light and Complete

South Asian Food Guide

Keep

White Rice

Keep — control portion

1 cup cooked is fine. Removing it is unnecessary and unsustainable.

Keep

Dal / Lentils

Keep — eat daily

Excellent protein and fibre. Foundation of South Asian nutrition.

Keep

Roti / Chapati

Keep — 1–2 per meal

Whole wheat preferred. Portion control is key.

Keep

Ghee

Keep – Small amount

Healthy fat in moderation. 1 tsp per meal is fine.

Keep

Eggs

Keep – Eat daily

Complete protein. 2–3 per day ideal for muscle and fat loss.

Keep

Coconut

Keep

Healthy fat. Use freely in cooking.

Limit

Sugary Chai

Limit

Replace with black chai or reduce to 1 tsp sugar.

Limit

Fried Snacks

Weekend Only

Not banned — just reduce frequency

Avoid

Juice / Soft Drinks

Avoid

Liquid calories with zero nutrition benefit.

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