Today’s Tip. Let go of the word "diet"! Replace it with the term, "eating healthfully.” Try to let food be a positive part of your daily living. Food is the essence of life and should be treated as such. When we choose to "eat healthfully" we can't help but make wise choices and enjoy those choices in moderation.
A good rule of thumb is to remember to eat from “Nature’s Rainbow.” Eat at least 10 servings (1 serving equals 1/2 cup) of different colored fruits and vegetables every day. Choose those with a deep rich color such as mango, blueberries, spinach, butternut squash and kale. You’ll get lots of vitamins, minerals and fiber plus the added benefits of phytochemicals. Those are the compounds found in the color, scent, taste and texure of fruits and vegetables believed to have antioxidant as well as other health benefits. Try to buy local. Those fruits and vegetables are picked ripe and will have more flavor and better texture. Produce loses much of its health benefits sitting in storage and on market shelves.
This change in attitude towards eating may take some effort as most of us have become programmed to live on the diet/binge roller coaster in order to fit into our”skinny” jeans. Whether we eat or don’t eat there is always a negative connotation with regards to food. Try it! When you stop dieting and start “eating healthfully” you will feel better, look better and sleep better. Food will once again become a positive part of your life bringing you much joy and pleasure.
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