Eating For Health

So many people talk about “eating healthier” and then go on a fad diet thinking it is good for their health.   What are some diets that are good for your health?     What does “eating healthy” mean?   There are diets to follow, not for weight loss but for a healthier you.   In the classes I taught, students always recommended we should “eat healthy”.   But when I asked them what this means they often struggle to come up with specifics.   Instead of making a resolution to go on a “diet” this year, why not go on a “diet” to eat healthier?   Are there healthy diets to follow?   A diet not for weight loss or weight gain, but just a healthy eating pattern? Not a “diet” you go on for a week or two but a lifelong way to eating healthier every day.   I was watching TV recently and saw the commercial for taking pills to get your fruit and veggies each day.   Rather than take pills, eat your fruit and veggies as a way to eat healthier in 2024...

What are some healthy lunches to eat at home or to pack for work or for going on a car trip?   When we go on car trips, we usually bring along a picnic lunch.   Just recently I went away with my two daughters and one daughter brought our picnic lunch.   Lean deli meats, whole grain rolls, fresh fruit, some greens for our sandwiches and some sides of egg salad and potato salad.   My husband and I also pack our lunch when we go on road trips.   This week we ate our picnic lunch on the way to our destination.   Sandwiches of whole grain bagels, lean deli meats, fresh fruit, whole grain chips, yogurt and milk.   So much healthier than any Fast-Food restaurant meal and often less time consuming. What are some healthy lunches you can pack or make for yourself at home?   Eat This, Not That! asked some dietitians about healthy lunch options and here are some of their suggestions.   1.  Pack an adult or child “lunchable” meal. So popular wi...

Last week we discussed five diet pitfalls you may be making.     Here are four more diet pitfalls to be aware of.   These are from   9 Things You Should Never Do When Starting a Diet .    If you are trying to take off a few pounds, be aware of some diet mistakes you might be making.   As I noted last week, so many people start a diet, then go “off” the diet.   Rather the focus should be on changing your eating habits and your exercise habits. It is a lifestyle change to a healthier you.     Change your habits and you can be a healthier you.     Diet Tips – Don’t make these mistakes (continued): Mistake #6 – Don’t Keep your Diet Goals a Secret Hiding your “diet” from everyone may actually make it harder to stick to it.   Go out to eat and your friends will keep asking you to “have another bite” or let’s try a dessert.   Get a “diet buddy” or an “exercise buddy” to help you stick to your action plan. ...