| Healthy eating isn't always easy. We tell ourselves | | | | ingredient of tofu), soy should be a part of your healthy |
| we're going to eat better, and we may stick to it for | | | | diet. |
| awhile, but it never works out. Beyond just trying to eat | | | | Sweet potatoes - These are a nice treat due to their |
| healthy, there are a lot of crazy diets that seem | | | | unique flavor and potent antioxidant effects. They are |
| appealing, and produce fast results (initially), but | | | | a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, |
| ultimately fail to work. | | | | copper, and fiber. It's always great to have something |
| Modern dieting isn't about following one set diet. It's a | | | | healthy in your diet that tastes good (but stay away |
| new way of life. Basically, you take enjoyable foods | | | | from the sweet potato french fries!). |
| and configure meals in such a way that taste good to | | | | Yogurt - This calcium-rich, creamy food is a favorite in |
| YOU while allowing you to lose weight. Bear in mind, | | | | many diets. If you're eating unsweetened yogurt, feel |
| eating healthy is never the only factor to health and | | | | free to add some chopped fruit and/or granola to |
| weight loss. You should always combine any | | | | prepare a tasty treat. Watch out for some yogurt that |
| well-balanced diet with at least a moderate amount of | | | | is high in fat and calories. There are a number of great |
| exercise (I aim for 3-4 times per week, 30-60 minutes | | | | tasting, low fat, low calorie yogurts, so seek those out. |
| of exercise each session). | | | | Fish - Fish, like soy, is another great source of protein |
| Let's take a look at some examples of healthy foods | | | | (especially for vegetarians who eat fish). Beyond |
| to eat to help structure your diet. We're not going to | | | | protein, many fish (like tuna and salmon) are rich in |
| just list "fruit" and "vegetables" because everyone | | | | omega 3 fatty acids, which help you to lower |
| knows that these healthy foods should be a part of | | | | cholesterol, protect your heart, and fight many cancers. |
| any diet. | | | | When prepared well (bake it or grill it instead of frying |
| Nuts - Although most nuts are fairly high in fat and | | | | it!), fish makes for an excellent, healthy treat. |
| calories, you should find a way to incorporate them | | | | As you can see with the above healthy foods, modern |
| into your diet. They are high in fiber and certain nuts | | | | dieting isn't about picking one strict set of rules (like "no |
| (like walnuts) contain omega 3 fatty acids, which are | | | | carbs" or "no sweets"). Moderation is key when it |
| healthy for your heart. Some studies suggest that a | | | | comes to some of our guilty pleasures, but it's |
| serving of nuts each day will help you lose weight and | | | | important to mix in things that you like, in order for you |
| maintain the loss. | | | | to stay interested in your diet. If you don't enjoy your |
| Soy - Although high in carbs and fat, soy is an | | | | diet, you will ultimately revert to your less healthy ways, |
| excellent source of protein, essential amino acids, fiber, | | | | and probably gain back any weight you may have lost. |
| calcium, and many other nutrients. Often used as an | | | | Enjoy your food, but more importantly, enjoy life! |
| alternative to meat for vegetarians (it's the main | | | | |