National Nutrition Week- Tips to have a balanced diet

National Nutrition Week has arrived which aims to educate people about having a healthy diet & nutrition. Are you still confused how to manage and adopt a healthy lifestyle?

National Nutrition Week has been introduced for growing public interest in nutrition & has continued to grow as most of the people in today’s generation have become conscious of making healthy choices about their nutrition to eat right & stay fit.Nutritionists suggest people to adopt healthy eating practices and activity plans focused on consuming light calories, making better food choices and performing daily workouts to achieve as well as maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic & lifestyle diseases which altogether promotes overall health.

So, why not dedicate yourself in making some positive changes to life? Here are few nutrition tips to kick-start eating right for this National Nutrition Week.

Tips to have a balanced dietare:

 

1. IF POSSIBLE, EAT LOCALLY PRODUCED FOODS:

 By doing so, you will not only support your local community but also reduce the greenhouse emissions.Plus, your body will be more adapted to such foods.

2. AVOID ARTIFICIAL FOOD & EAT REAL ONE:

Purchase fresh fruits & vegetables as much as possible from the market. In case you do buy processed or packaged foods, make sure the ingredients are simple and healthy with fewer calories. If you get confused in that then better not to buy it.

3. TRY COOKING FOOD AT HOME:

The more you practice at home, the better you will get it. In addition, you can add ingredients according to your choice &you’ll learn how to appreciate good food.

4. RELISH YOUR FOOD:

Make a habit of eating slowly, chew your food properly & enjoy the taste at the same time. This will not only improve your digestion but also boost your immune system and simultaneously your health will improve.

5. AVOID USING ADDITIVES, PRESERVATIVES & REFINED INGREDIENTS:

The nutrients available in the food have decreased significantly in the last few decades. So, you must make sure that your food contains good amount of vitamins and minerals.

6. PRIORITIES QUALITY RATHER THAN QUANTITY:

This phrase applies not only for food but also to every aspect of your life.

7. NO SKIPPING OF MEALS:

Avoid skipping of meals which can lead to adverse effects on your health including weight gain, fatigue, weakness etc.

8. DRINK LOT OF WATER:

A healthy and balanced diet is always complemented with plenty amount of water which helps to flush out the toxins from the body.

9. LIMIT CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL, CAFFEINE:

The biggest antidote to healthy diet is excess stimulant consumption. Replace it with healthy drinks and stay hydrated.

10. IT’S OK TO BREAK THE RULES ONCE IN A WHILE: 

Many a times, it happens that you attend special occasions & want to throw the healthy eating rules for a while which is absolutely fine. Just go ahead as you deserve it after working hard on your diet.

Good health is the right for every individual, and few guidelines make it easy to follow. Follow the above tips and you won’t regret it. Enjoy great health for your mind and body.

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