Like me, I think many people have an interest in healthy eating and what it consists of. However, there is so much conflicting information out there that it can be tough for anyone to navigate.
Which is Better?
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Meat vs. no meat
Dairy vs. no dairy
Fat vs. no fat
High carb vs. low carb
Whole grain vs. no grain
Organic vs. non-organic
Non-GMO vs. GMO
Raw vs. cooked
Soy vs. no soy
You get the picture. The crazy thing is, that there is research and advertisements out there to back it all. We get information about what and how to eat from so many places:
* TV- With celebrities who are backing Jenny Craig or Weight Watchers or the newest advertisement for weight loss shakes, medications, etc.
*The Internet- Websites, Facebook, G-Mail, You Tube, etc.
*Newspaper and magazine articles- Interestingly enough, researchers tend to find what they want to find in their studies. The press tends to highlight the parts of the study that is most controversial (I can go on and on about this but will save it for a later date).
*Dr. Oz (come on, you know you watch him)
*Radio
*The Government
The information out their can be so paralyzing that people will just say,
"Screw it! I'm just going to eat what I want. Life is short."
I can't tell you how many times I have heard this.
First things first, life is short and I see no reason to make it shorter by our food choices.
Second, there are steps that you can take to start cleaning up your eating- Today
Here is what I've found:
Healthy eating is
*A process, a conscious choice daily to take in foods that nourish our body mind and spirit.
*Listening to our individual bodies to find out what foods we feel best on.
*Eating foods that are as whole, clean and unprocessed as possible.
*Eating high nutrient foods not just calories
Healthy eating is not
*A one size fits all formula for the perfect weight
*Temporary
*Starving yourself
Nutrition Information Paralysis Got you Stuck?
Regardless of all the information out there here are three tips to help you move forward:
1. Understand that every BODY is different- Our genetics make us unique. What your body thrives on may be like poison to me. We could eat the same exact foods at the same time, in the same quantity and have very different results.
2. Listen to your body- This has been the most important key for me. Listening to your body is like going straight to the source of the best information you will ever find. It will tell you what it needs by how you feel after you eat, throughout your day and at bedtime. Look at things like energy, focus and pain to give you an indicator if the foods you are currently eating are what's best for you.
3. Start reading ingredients- Just start to notice what's in the food you are eating. Go to your pantry, fridge or freezer and just look. You will be amazed at what you find- hidden sugar, soy, artificial colors, flavors and preservatives (to name a few). I try to buy foods that have five ingredients or less. I also try to buy foods that have the most natural ingredients I can find. If I can't pronounce something, I don't want my family eating it. Once you have noticed what's in your pantry, pick one item that is concerning and try to find a more natural option.
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3 comments:
I watched Hungry for Change this past week and what you say re-enforces what I just saw - trying to make those healthy choices, but difficult in a household that will make some good choices, some OK & some terrible ...
I like the idea to "pick one item". It's doesn't seem as overwhelming as going through my whole kitchen and tossing the items that I no longer would purchase. I've been trying to read the labels and like the idea- if you can't pronounce it, don't eat it. Thanks for the good ideas.
Hi Amy,
My honey and I were just talking about this other day and talking about how we are going to try and eat clean and stop eating processed foods. We plan to start small. Last night I made my own potatoes instead of using the box to make some and they were so yummy!
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