Did
You Know?
Not all food is fuel, in fact...
Lack of Nutrients
Inadequate nutrition can cause fatigue, weakness, bone pain, muscle cramps, and anemia
Artificial Food Color
Food dyes can cause gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Junk Food
Junk food lacks essential proteins, fats, and micronutrients needed for sustained energy and can lead to energy crashes
Sugar
Increased sugar intake can increase joint pain and stiffness.
That's why I use real ingredients in Mtn. Mama Meals
Macronutrients
Macronutrients are necessary for energy and recovery. Carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, and starchy roots.
Fats from nuts, seeds, dairy, coconut and MCT oil.
Protein from chicken, pork, nuts, and dairy.
Micronutrients
Micronutrients are from vitamins and minerals and play crucial roles in various bodily processes, such as immune function, bone health, metabolism, and enzyme production. They are found in foods like berries, bananas, tomatoes, peppers, dark leafy greens, whole grains, meat, dairy products, nuts, seeds, potatoes, beans, and
sea salt.
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Anti Inflammatory Ingredients
MCT oil, collagen, turmeric, black pepper, nuts, hemp hearts, berries, coconut milk, dark leafy greens like spinach and broccoli.
Calories
Thru-hikers need sufficient calories that come from carbohydrates, fat, and protein in each meal. I have created the calories your hard working body needs to thrive and sustain.