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How can you start eating healthy at home?

Anyone who’s been down the road to weight loss will tell you that, for the most part, the struggle is about making healthy food choices. Since fast food and processed food are often associated with convenience, it’s hard to leave old eating (and shopping) habits behind.

But you can still beat a lifetime of bad habits!

It can be challenging to develop new eating habits, but it is not impossible at all. In fact, it is more difficult to maintain unhealthy eating habits, especially later in life when your body is already suffering from the effects of malnutrition. Remember: a person who has an unhealthy and unbalanced diet is also classified as undernourished.

Why do you eat like you do?

Your current eating habits are simply the result of years of repetition. That is why they are called habits. We were not born with habits; we just develop them over time. So if you learned to love French fries, ice cream, and chocolate shakes, you can learn to love natural and healthy foods alike!

Are you ready for another positive change in your life?

In today’s post, I’m going to share with you some great ways you can begin the transition to healthier eating. The really great thing about the transition itself is that it is gradual. You can start enjoying fantastic weight loss success by gradually changing the content of your daily meals. Let us begin!

Tip No. # 1: eat more whole grains

What is whole grain?

The Whole Grains Council defines “whole grain” as “food that contains all the components of the grain seed in their original proportion.” A grain seed has three components: bran, endosperm, and germ.

All three components provide a treasure trove of natural nutrients that provide the body with complete nutrition. The cooking method does not matter as long as care is taken to preserve these three components.

Due to the nutrient density found in whole grains, it is recommended to consume one to two servings of whole grains per day.

The dietary fiber found in whole grains will also help beat hunger pangs, as the fiber expands when it comes in contact with water. Fiber will fill your stomach much faster and you will feel fuller more quickly.

What types of whole grains could you eat?

In the world of fitness, three types of cereals stand out: brown rice, quinoa and millet. These three grain seeds are widely available and a crowd favorite because they are tasty and easy to make too!

Quinoa is considered a fitness superfood due to its exceptionally high levels of plant protein, which is useful for fitness enthusiasts who want to build lean muscle while losing weight.

You can also try grain seeds like amaranth, rye, sorghum, and barley if the first 3 types don’t appeal to you.

Tip No. # 2: skip fatty foods

Why consider fatty foods?

Fats are essential for the body, but only in very small amounts. The amount of oil found in processed foods and fast food is too much to maintain a healthy weight. Also watch out for “calorie traps” at home like bacon strips and hamburgers.

A single strip of bacon can have up to 50 calories. If you eat 5 strips of bacon for breakfast, you will have already added 250 calories of energy to your reserve for the day.

If your physical activities during the day do not burn most of the calories that you have consumed since the moment you woke up, your weight will eventually increase. That is why it is essential that you identify high-calorie foods at home that do not provide much nutritional value.

To make your meals interesting, opt for healthier alternatives like egg whites and roasted vegetables. When it comes to taste, vegetables have a lot to offer. This is why kebabs don’t taste like kebabs unless you add the roasted vegetables!

Tip # 3: Be Your Own Nutrition Guru

One of the best ways to learn about healthy foods is to prepare them at home and experiment with different combinations and recipes.

Reading about healthy eating is one thing; you must put your new knowledge to the test if you want to speed up the transition process. Here are some simple tips to make home cooking healthier:

– Use extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) as much as possible and only in small quantities

– Reduce the amount of cheese and cream on your dishes.

– Season with a variety of spices and avoid over-salting

– Top the breads and pizza with mushrooms and tasty vegetables.

– Learn how to store cooked food to retain its nutrients and make cooking at home more convenient than fast food.

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