Part of what makes dieting so challenging is the effort required to focus on what you’re eating. With lives that get busier every day, it’s easy to pick up something unhealthy just because it’s fast!
We’ve got you covered: here are 11 ‘lazy’ tips to eat healthier without officially going on a diet.
Hydrate
Staying hydrated is fantastic for your body overall. But more than that, drinking enough water can help stave off those snack cravings. Keep a water bottle handy and hydrate first before you reach for the chip bag.
Keep Healthy Snacks on Hand
Healthy snacks like nuts, fruit, or even pre-cut veggies should always be in your home to prevent cravings for the crispy, salty snacks that wreck your dieting plans.
Buy Frozen Veggies
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Frozen vegetables require less prep time than fresh vegetables. For many people, this removes the barrier to entry and helps them include more fruits and veggies in their diet.
Eat Mindfully
Mindful eating involves eating slowly and paying closer attention to your hunger cues. It doesn’t require you to change your diet; just to focus on why you’re eating and pump the brakes with some self-awareness.
Use Smaller Plates
Trick yourself into portion control by putting meals or snacks on small plates! And if you aren’t already, put your snacks on plates rather than eating them out of the container or bag.
Batch Cook Ahead of Time
If you’re making something healthy that reheats or freezes well, make extra and enjoy it later! This will help on days when you just don’t feel like cooking, eliminating the urge to open your food delivery apps and get something much more unhealthy.
Develop a Weekly Meal Plan
Give future you a fighting chance to stick with your commitment to healthier eating! Make a realistic meal plan every week, remembering to consider what you have going on and how much potential energy you might have to make something from scratch.
Find Healthier Convenience Foods
Sometimes, it’s as simple as finding a straightforward swap for your roster of unhealthy snacks. There are healthier alternatives that you can either munch on or throw into meals, making your cleaner-eating journey much easier.
Make Time for Breakfast
Breakfast is an essential meal of the day. It can set a precedent for your hunger and energy levels for hours to come, but many people skip it. If you fall into that camp, try making breakfast ahead of time by preparing overnight oats, chia pudding, or yogurt parfaits that are healthy, nutritious, and ready when you are.
Season Simply
We all love a good sauce or dressing, but sometimes, the key to more flavorful food is enough herbs and spices! For example, rather than tossing roasted veggies in a heavy vinaigrette, brush them lightly with oil and season generously.
Listen to Your Body
Are you actually hungry? Or are you stressed, bored, or have any other feelings that can trigger the desire to eat more? Be honest with yourself, and only eat when you’re hungry.
Experts Warn People to Never Refrigerate These 15 Food Items
Refrigeration prevents spoilage and may extend the shelf life of common foods and other perishable items. While we may innocently store some foods in the refrigerator, you may be surprised that you shouldn’t store all of them, as this may affect their nutritional value, taste, and texture.
Although refrigeration can help preserve certain foods, some items shouldn’t be refrigerated to maintain flavor and freshness. Avoiding these foods can ensure your food stays nutritious, fresh, and flavorful.
Here are 15 food items experts warn people never to refrigerate for optimal flavor and freshness.
Experts Warn People to Never Refrigerate These 15 Food Items
3 Foods Dogs Shouldn’t Eat
We all love our furry friends and wouldn’t mind sharing tiny bits and pieces of food when we’re eating. While this may all be innocent, and you may be giving your dog foods that are okay, certain foods can be poisonous to dogs.
Dogs may react differently to food depending on the type, ingested amount, and size.
Read on as we discuss the three common foods dogs shouldn’t eat.
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