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IFBB icon Arnold Schwarzenegger has consistently vouched for the right awareness and knowledge of nutrition and fitness. He often takes the responsibility to debunk myths and unscientific beliefs that divert enthusiasts towards an inefficient route to wellness. Similarly, in the recent edition of his newsletter, Arnold’s Pump Club, he looked to clarify the opinions surrounding a green vegetable. 

The former athlete pointed out an article sent to him that deems Kale as bad for health. Thus, clearing the air on the matter, he mindfully added precious advice for his subscribers. It encouraged them to be less fearful and more experimental about their diet. 

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s important advice on planning a nutrition diet

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As per the newsletter, the 75-year-old pro discussed a crucial aspect of nutrition after people claimed that Kale was unhealthy. A message and warning in the “never-ending rollercoaster of the wellness world” was to not limit themselves to the plethora of information out in the world. 

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In his words, “If you want to start seeing results, stop reacting to fear-driven marketing.” Furthermore, he accused the several brands that influence such misleading information on the mass population through their reach, hence, creating fire where there is barely any smoke. His primary point of not being influenced by all the overwhelming facts and revelations that create a sense of fear among people was directed at their health.

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Arnie mindfully noted that health has little to do with doing things with perfection. Rather, one must try out different approaches before fixating on a reliable one. This would help them plan out the nutrition that is ideal for them, which, in turn, might not be for someone else. What was his justification for the approach though? 

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As per the source, the Austrian Oak backed his revelations in the newsletter by referring to research that suggests that multiple diet rules, restrictions on foods, and a “black and white” thinking increase the chances of failure. He shared that while nutrition is quite complex and emphasized creating a schedule.

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“Create a plan that works for your schedule, maintain some of the foods you love, and try to follow a diet where approximately 80 percent is the good stuff you know is healthy,” Arnie wrote in the newsletter. He urged his subscribers to include foods that are particularly desired by them, thus creating an environment of positivity and enjoyment. This would bolster the probability of driving change in their lives. 

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Emerging as the fitness guru of the current times, Schwarzenegger never fails to enlighten the fitness world with the most efficient and authentic tips. Do you know any more such revelations about nutritious foods? Tell us in the comments.