2022 is here, your resolutions are set, and you are ready to make it your best year yet!
Gone are the days of eating unhealthy, quick options. Instead, 2022 is going to be you and your family’s year of healthy eating. But what exactly does healthy eating mean, and how can you make the switch to eating healthy in a manageable and enjoyable way?
What exactly do you mean when you say you are going to eat healthily? It really has nothing to do with following a specific diet or plan. Eating healthy means choosing nutritious foods that fuel your body correctly. Healthy eating could look different for different people, so start by identifying foods that make you feel less than your best. Set a start date for your new lifestyle and get ready to succeed!
Next, start to plan to add more fruits and vegetables to your daily meals. Fruits and vegetables fuel your body with an assortment of vitamins and minerals you need, like fiber, magnesium, potassium, and Vitamins A & C. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables reduces your risk of chronic health conditions, including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
Third, take a close look at what you drink throughout the day. Are you drinking your body weight in water each day? Or is your diet filled with high-sugar sodas and drinks? Try replacing sugary, high-calorie beverages with water or low-calorie options. Be extra careful about coffee and teas. Some of those coffee-shop drinks contain syrups, sugars, flavorings, and cream that can add up to a full day’s worth of calories!
Preparation is the key to success when it comes to healthy eating. You want to make sure the options that you have at your fingertips are healthy and filling. Clear your kitchen of processed or high-sugar foods before your start date to lessen temptation during a weak moment, especially at the beginning of your transition. Instead, fill your cabinets with whole grains, good protein sources, and healthy quick snacks such as nuts.
Make time in your weekly schedule to plan out your meals and snacks. It might be helpful to plan out your meals alongside your grocery list. As you do this, make sure to account for your busy schedule. Picking one day of the week to grocery shop, prep your food, and measure out your portions will help you meet your goals.
Finally, be kind to yourself when it comes to healthy eating. Do not expect perfection on day one. Instead, give yourself grace and realize that you are working to build healthy habits. If you have a weak moment and eat something you wish you had not, identify that and move on to the next meal.
Oak Hill Market has everything you need to make eating healthy a priority and help you be successful with your resolution! With our precut snacks, produce section, and butcher shop, we give you all the tools you need to clean up your diet and still enjoy delicious food. Visit our full-service deli department, and you’ll find pre-sliced meats and cheeses, chilled salsa, guacamole, cold beverages, and other healthy specialty foods.
Sources:
https://www.theoakhillmarket.com/
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-eat-healthy-guide#tips