Eating for function is the best way to "diet." Since food effects every cell in the body, it is essential to consider which foods to put into our mouths and when. Each food has a purpose, whether it be for energy or immunity or anti-inflammation, and if each person keeps their individual biochemistry in mind, they can reach optimal health. One component of an individual's biochemistry is their blood type. Blood type is one component of our genetic code, dictating how our body functions and therefore how our body digests and reacts to food.
The four blood types, O, A, AB, and B have evolved in response to physiologic development to strengthen our immune and digestive systems. Distinct blood types have helped us ward off bacteria and viruses but has also made us more vulnerable to specific foods. Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo discusses the unique reactions of each blood type in Eat Right 4 Your Type and Cook Right 4 Your Type. Designing a nutrition plan around blood type, among other things, can help individuals lose weight or just feel great!
The basics..
O- Does well on animal proteins but cannot digest wheat well.
A- Functions best on vegetarian-based proteins (beans, legumes, soy) and unprocessed grains.
B- Handles a varied diet, including dairy. Has a hard to digesting chicken and gluten.
AB- Can tolerate a variety of most foods but gluten and dairy may prevent weight loss.
Join Melissa Bosslet, RD, LN, CPT, at Whole Foods, Rockville (located on Rockville Pike), at 6:30 on Tuesday, March 10, where she will be presenting the basic concepts behind eating for function and specifically for each blood type. Whole Foods will join Melissa and cook a well-rounded meal to demonstrate each specific blood type diet.
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