We all want to eat healthily and live a healthy life, but the biggest problem we face is lack of knowledge – What to eat and How to eat? We are flooded with health-related information, and most of the time it is contradictory! We will make it simple for you by beginning with the rule guide of how to select your food items, and then we will move forward and create a list of items you should add to your diet list immediately!
RULE GUIDE – HOW TO SELECT YOUR FOOD ITEMS
1- WHERE IT IS GROWN?
Whatever is grown locally, grab it! No one knows better than nature. People living in different regions have different requirement, which is suitable for the Indian population, might not be suitable for western counties. Even if you talk about India, there will be a different requirement for Northern & Southern region. If you are eating imported vegetables & fruits, please avoid immediately! You can’t image how much preservatives are keeping them alive!
2-WHAT IS THE COST?
Go to the local market to purchase, and ask for the most inexpensive fruits and vegetables. If they are inexpensive, there is a high possibility of high growth and local availability of food items.
LIST OF FOOD ITEMS YOU SHOULD ADD TO YOUR LIST
1-INDIAN GOOSEBERRY (AMLA)
It is a fruit you can not miss! It is one solution to all your problems. It not only helps you lose weight but also helps in the elimination of various toxins through urine. It has anti-ageing property and girls, it is real magic during your PMS! You can add amla with honey to ease your cramps and pain.
2-SOY
Soy is easily available in various forms such as tofu, soy milk, soy nuggets, etc. It is a great source of protein, vitamins, minerals, and helps to reduce bad cholesterol in the blood.
3-GREEK YOGURT
Just one serving of Greek yoghurt is packed with nutrients. It has much higher proteins than milk, is a great source of probiotic and hence helps in improving the immune system. B-12 found in Greek yoghurt can help in forming red blood cells, and people who are having B12 supplements can now adopt a healthier alternative.
4-SPINACH
Although all green vegetables are excellent for your body, Spinach is one vegetable you can’t miss! It is high in dietary fibre, works like magic for your eyes, prevents the cancer cells from building in the body, prevents ageing and what not! It is a powerhouse of minerals and vitamins!
5-FLAX SEEDS
Super nutritious and super yummy! Adding one teaspoon of flax seeds to your diet can work like magic. It is extremely high in Omega 3 and Omega 6 (generally found in fish), and if you are a vegetarian, it can be a perfect substitute. It is also high in fibre, protein, magnesium, phosphorus, and other essential nutrients.
6-WHEATGRASS
You can consume wheatgrass as a juice, or nowadays it is easily available in the market in the powdered form. Not only does it eliminate toxins from the body, but also helps in boosting your metabolism and helps in digestion. It has 17 amino acids, antioxidants and is antibacterial in nature.
7-BEET ROOT
Perfect for your salad! You can even add it in your soup or your regular juice. Some people take time to develop the taste initially, but trust me, once you will take it regularly, you will feel the difference in your skin **The Shine & Glow**. Beetroot is also ranked among the top antioxidant vegetables.
What are you waiting for? Make some changes in your diet and live a healthier life!