Having a healthy diet can help you to lose weight, up your energy and generally make you feel better. But you probably already know this, what you might not know is that it doesn’t have to be an uphill struggle. Here’s four quick tips that you can put in place now to make your meals healthier.
Change how you cook – This isn’t as monumental as it sounds! What it comes down to is using cooking methods that rely less on fatty and calorific oils. Instead of frying, try baking, boiling and steaming. Nicely seasoned steamed veggies are an excellent choice, with a terrific texture and a much deeper flavour. There’s been a lot of buzz about the AirFryer lately – it’s essentially a portable convection oven which crisps up food without the use of oil.
Look at the types of oil you are using – Not all oils are created equal, and while all tend to be quite fatty and calorific, the type of fat you’re eating can have an impact on your diet. Extra virgin olive oil is worth the cost – you’ll probably be using less of it – with a delicious taste and plenty of healthy fats. If you’re looking for a neutrally flavoured oil that has a low saturated fat content, try canola oil/rapeseed oil.
Switch from white to brown – This is another simple and effective tip. White rice, white bread, white pasta and noodles – they all come in wholegrain varieties. What this means is that the ‘whole grain’ is used – the fibrous outer layer is ground up with the delicate inside – so you don’t lose any of the fibre content and important nutrients provided by the grain. Fibre is essential in aiding digestion, and will also make you feel fuller. Plus, brown bread often has less sugar than white bread.
Those are just three simple changes you can make to your diet to live a healthier lifestyle. If you’re trying to lose weight, look leaner, or generally feel better and more active – consider following these quick healthy tips!
