The numbers of obese people is steadily rising in North America. Part of the problem is that people do not know what food is—real food—the kind that has not been processed, but grown and cooked, at home, from scratch.
3 Easy Ways to Eat More Real Food and Improve Your Diet
These three tips make eating real food simple without any of the deprivation. The more real food you eat, the better you’ll feel and healthier you’ll be. Make it a lifestyle, and maintaining a healthy weight will be easier than you think.
1. Veg. out
Keep lots of vegetables washed and cut up in your fridge ready to eat. Put a couple of handfuls in a container and take them to work or school.
These are some of favorites to have on hand:
- Broccoli and cauliflower florets
- Cucumber and zucchini slices
- Cherry tomatoes
- Carrots
2. Go Nuts
Nuts are full of healthy fats and proteins to help you fight sugar cravings and keep you feeling full between meals.
Try keeping some of these options in your card, at your desk or in your purse for when you’re on the go:
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Pistachios
- Cashews
If you’re allergic to nuts, try pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds. You can also make your own healthy trail mix.
3. Say Yes to Chocolate
Eating real food doesn’t mean never indulging in a treat. It just means choosing the healthier options. If a craving strikes, reach for dark chocolate that says at least 70% cocoa solids. It’s rich in antioxidants, so it’s actually healthy for you!
Chew on this
Processed foods are full of empty calories, sugar, salt and rancid oils. They don’t create a happy and healthy body. If you want to lose weight, or are just simply trying to maintain a healthy weight, dieting isn’t the answer. Instead, adopt a longterm healthy lifestyle that increases your healthy food intake. Eat plenty of fiber-rich foods, good quality protein and healthy fats. These things combined will fill your stomach in volume and satisfy your cravings for healthy weight loss or maintenance.
