There is no need to avoid your favourite recipes or food as giving restrictions is impacting your mind and thoughts you are creating around food.
My philosophy is that instead of avoiding, I always look for a healthier option to create a more nutritious meal to provide your body with the right nutrients on a day-to-day basis but also to satisfy your mind leaving space for occasional treats or special events when you are not in charge of preparing of the food.

My top tips to create more healthy meals:
1. Swap white for wholegrain version
Whole-grains contain fibre which is beneficial for your gut health and will also fill you up quicker which will prevent overeating.
2. Squeeze some extra veg
Adding some extra vegetable into sauces, soups and stews will provide your body with more nutrients and vitamins and its a great way how to „hide“ vegetables into dishes for fussy eaters.
3. Eat the rainbow
Colours are not just for your eyes. Eating different type of vegetables will provide your body with a variety of minerals and vitamins.
4. Swap white sugar for healthier alternatives
Have a sweet tooth? Why not try some less processed version like coconut sugar, honey or maple syrup. It is still sugar so consume in moderation.
5. Swap fried for baked
The way how we cook food affects its nutritional value and glycemic index. Deep-fried food contains more calories and fat than the baked version. If you like crispy, you can try an air fryer that will give you crunchiness without the extra fat.
Last and not least – Have FUN! Enjoy and experiment. One cake, pizza or fries won’t make you unhealthy. It's about the consistency and what you put in your body on day to day basis.
About the Author:
Andrea is Private family chef, Holistic Lifestyle & Nutrition Coach and founder of Just healthy Chef. She loves recreating your favourite family recipes so you can enjoy your meal as a family together.
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