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Eat clean. Aim for 18 out of 21 "clean meals" per week. If you take every meal as an opportunity to eat well, you'll realize there are only a few times per week that you're not in control of making a healthy choice. |
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Don't skip. Don't forget breakfast. Ignite your metabolism every day with a healthy breakfast. You set yourself up for failure by not eating in the morning. |
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Fuel your fire. Keep your metabolism blazing throughout the day. How to do this? Always be prepared with snacks in your bag, desk drawer, or car. |
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Remember your calcium. Taking a women's multivitamin with extra calcium is good for your bones. Down it with a glass of milk and you're really set. |
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Don't procrastinate. View every meal as a "Monday" morning. Why wait until Monday to start eating well? If you indulge on a Saturday night, don't throw in the towel for the entire weekend. Look at every meal as a unique opportunity to make a healthy choice! |
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Soy you hungry? How can you lower cholesterol levels without skimping on protein? Enjoy edamame (soy beans). People who regularly consume soy products -- soymilk, tofu, and soybeans, have LDL cholesterol levels that are, on average, 13% lower than those who don't. |
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The whole truth. The next time you reach for some Wonder Bread or Minute Rice, ponder this: whole wheat flour and brown rice have about three times the nutrients as white flour and white rice. |
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Green with envy. Green tea is high in antioxidants which can protect you from aging, cancer, and heart disease. Also, it's known to have a fat burning effect. |
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Try Chai. Want a warm winter beverage that's a perfect after dinner treat? Chai tea with a splash of skim milk and cinnamon is the perfect way to end a meal. |
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Get some. Want to up your daily dose of antioxidants? Take 8 oz. of seltzer and mix with 2 oz. of POM Juice. Pomegranate juice is one of the best ways to get your cancer-aging-heart disease-fighting antioxidants into your diet. |
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Have you heard the buzz? Caffeine in coffee and soda has gotten a bad rap for dehydrating the body. A new study shows that drinking water, coffee, or soda had the same effect on hydration status and can "count" as part of your fluid intake for the day. |
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Spread it out. If you're taking a calcium supplement and an iron supplement, make sure to take them at different times during the day. These minerals compete for absorption in your body. |
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Pull the trigger. Know your "triggers" and create "controls." Write down what triggers you to make poor food choices. After work appetizers and drinks? Late night boredom? If this is the case, try writing down a few food controls like an apple or 1 cup of popcorn along with a few non-food controls like calling a friend or taking a relaxing bath. If you have your controls written down and ready use - you'll be able to handle your triggers. |
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Get protein. Protein isn't just for Atkins junkies or meatheads. It actually helps maintain hunger levels and keeps you feeling full longer. |
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Are you nuts? All nuts and seeds should be eaten raw and kept in the refrigerator to preserve their healthy fat. |
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