Here are some easy tips to savour nutritious foods and build a balanced diet that boosts your mood and sharpens your mind!
Transforming Your Plate and Lifestyle for Lasting Wellness
Making healthy food a habit can be transformative!
1. Plan Your Meals
– Weekly Meal Prep: Dedicate a day to plan and prep meals for the week. This helps avoid last-minute unhealthy choices.
– Create a Menu: Make a weekly menu with a balance of proteins, carbs, and healthy fats.
2. Stock Healthy Foods
– Grocery List: Make a list of healthy staples before shopping and stick to it.
– Healthy Snacks: Keep fruits, nuts, and yogurt on hand for quick, nutritious snacks.
3. Cook at Home
– Simple Recipes: Choose easy, healthy recipes that don’t require extensive cooking skills.
– Batch Cooking: Prepare larger portions to have leftovers for busy days.
4. Mindful Eating
– Slow Down: Take your time to enjoy your meals. This helps with digestion and satisfaction.
– Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to hunger cues and eat when you’re hungry, not just out of habit.
5. Incorporate Variety
– Try New Foods: Experiment with different fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins to keep meals exciting.
– Seasonal Choices: Opt for seasonal produce for freshness and flavor.
6. Set Realistic Goals
– Small Changes: Start with small, achievable goals, like adding a veggie to each meal or drinking more water.
– Track Progress: Use a journal or app to track your meals and reflect on your journey.
7. Stay Hydrated
– Water First: The first thing you should do in the morning is drink water and have a glass of water before meals to help manage hunger.
– Infuse Water: Add fruits or herbs to water for a refreshing twist.
8. Build a Support System
– Join a Community: Find friends or groups focused on healthy eating for motivation and accountability.
– Share Meals: Cook with family or friends to make healthy eating a social activity.
9. Celebrate Small Wins
– Reward Yourself: Treat yourself for sticking to your goals (non-food rewards, of course!).
– Reflect: Take time to appreciate how far you’ve come and how good healthy food makes you feel.
10. Be Patient
– Focus on Consistency: Healthy eating is a long-term journey; focus on building habits rather than perfection.
– Forgive Slip-Ups: If you have a setback, don’t dwell on it. Just get back on track!
Integrating these tips into your lifestyle can help make healthy eating a sustainable and enjoyable habit.
Happy eating 😊
Delicious Salmon Recipe
Ingredients:
• 1 Salmon
• Spices (salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chilli flakes and spicy chilli crisps)
• 1/2 tsp Soya Sauce
• 1/2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 of Lemon
Instructions:
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
• Mix all of the spices, soya sauce and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl and spread all over both salmon’s
• Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and put them around the salmon’s.
• Slice the lemon and put them on top of the salmon’s.
• Bake for 15 minutes and then turn them around and bake for another 15 minutes.
Enjoy!
Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients:
– Asparagus
– Olive Oil
– Soya Sauce
– Worcestershire Sauce
– Salt
– Black Pepper
– Garlic Powder
– Spicy Chilli Crisp Sauce
Instructions:
– Preheat oven to 415 degrees F
– Mix all ingredients in a large bowl
– Place them on the baking sheet tray (flat)
– Roast for 15 minutes
Enjoy!