#69 - Are You Making These HUGE Food Mistakes on Trail?! w/ Aaron Owen Mayhew

In today's podcast episode, we speak with Aaron Owen Mayhew, the founder of  @backcountryfoodie  a trail nutrition coaching and meal planning service for hikers and backpackers. Aaron, a registered dietician turned entrepreneur, discusses everything from the importance of complex carbs and protein to the harmful effects of high-sugar foods in a hiker's diet. She also shares her knowledge on meal planning for hiking trips and the best foods for optimal performance in outdoor activities. In a collaborative effort with her husband, Aaron has built a business that provides a variety of services specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of outdoor adventurers, including a helpful calorie calculator available on their website. Tune in to learn more about how to keep your body fueled and happy during your outdoor adventures. https://backcountryfoodie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backcountry_foodie/

01:41 Starting the Podcast and Introducing the Topic

02:43 Discussing Nutrition and Meal Planning for Hikers

03:36 Understanding the Importance of Complex Carbs and Protein

04:45 The Role of Food in Hiking Performance and Recovery

05:28 The Impact of Sugar Intake on Hiking Performance

05:38 The Importance of Eating Before Climbing

09:31 The Role of Quinoa in Hiking Nutrition

16:50 Understanding the Impact of Altitude and Cold Weather on Calorie Needs

18:35 Advice for Beginner Backpackers on Calorie Needs

20:43 Understanding Hiker Hunger and the Importance of Vitamins

24:20 Considering Buying a Dehydrator for Healthier Trail Food

24:36 Common Misconceptions in Backpacking Nutrition

24:55 The Keto Backpackers: A Discussion on Carbs and Intensity

25:48 The Role of Trail Mix in a Balanced Diet

26:19 The Importance of Nutrition in Backpacking

26:32 The Dangers of Being Hangry on the Trail

26:54 The Inspiration Behind Backcountry Foodie

27:06 The Evolution of Backcountry Foodie

27:41 The Convenience of the Resupply Service

33:53 The Challenges and Rewards of Being an Entrepreneur

37:59 The Experience of Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail

40:21 The Journey of Backcountry Foodie as a Business

41:23 The Favorite Service of Backcountry Foodie

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