The Five Easiest Dietary
Changes You Can Make For a Healthier Life - Ajit
Patel Sanda Goldshield
When you assess your life, do you
feel fit and healthy? If not, you’re not alone. Studies show that almost 50% of
adults in the United States make New Year’s resolutions. And losing weight,
becoming more fit, quitting smoking, and other health-centric goals commonly
account for the most common resolutions.
Whether you want to control your
weight or just feel more energized, start with your diet. What you put into
your body can have a major impact on your health
(and how you feel about it). In this blog, we cover five of the easiest dietary
changes you can make to improve your health.
Drink
more water
…
While there’s no one right amount
of water intake that works for everyone, studies show that almost half of
Americans don’t drink enough water.
Not only does dehydration lead to mood and circulation issues, it can prevent
weight loss and cause serious medical issues. Start with drinking water in
place of one beverage you have on a daily basis. Then, add a cup of water to
one of your daily meals.
… And
less alcohol
Alcohol is a staple of many
social gatherings and celebrations. And one way to make yourself healthier
is to limit your alcohol intake to those situations. Cutting down on your
alcohol intake reduces the calories in your diet, improves the quality of your
sleep, and reduces the risk of age-related disease. Not only will reducing your
alcohol intake improve your health, it will likely reduce your risk of injury.
Those who drink
in excess before operating a vehicle put themselves and others at risk of
injury or even death. According to a specialist from Sessions Law Firm, driving
under the influence is a serious offense and a DUI conviction can have a
significant impact on you and your family. To minimize both your risk of
disease and the dangers of driving while intoxicated, it’s best to limit your alcohol
intake.
Set an eating
schedule.
When you don’t have an eating
schedule, you’re more likely to eat unhealthy foods in higher quantities. Set a
schedule for yourself, even if it’s only general. Choose a time for breakfast,
a time for several healthy snacks, and a time for lunch and dinner.
Eat
better fats …
Animal-based fats raise your
cholesterol and, by extension, your risk of heart disease. To get healthier,
replace bacon and butter with healthier fat options. Switch to lean, skinless
meats and add more fish to your diet. Additionally, replace animal fats with
plant-based ones whenever possible.
… And
more fruits and veggies.
It may sound simple, but adding
more natural color to your diet can go a huge way toward making you healthier.
This doesn’t mean you have to only eat fruits and vegetables–simply integrate
more of them into your diet. Eat mixed fruit for dessert, have a side of salad
with lunch, and add strawberries to your morning cereal.
Want to feel more motivated,
confident, and fit? These small changes can help you start down the path to a healthier,
happier you.
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