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Baby Step Your Way To Healthier Eating
As busy moms we all want to provide healthy meals for
our families. But sometimes we get so overwhelmed that
by the time we hit the kitchen, we're too stressed to
think about changing our habits for the better. Setting
a goal is great, but without a plan of action, it's not
going to happen. A plan can help you to meet your goal
of eating healthier and won't overwhelm you.
The following are some tips to help you baby step your
way to a healthier diet:
Get out of your rut. Many times, we all decide we can't
stick to an eating plan because it limits us to certain
foods or cuts out entire food groups, like carbohydrates
or dairy products. Many diets are set up this way, but
eating healthy doesn't mean you have to go on a
restricted diet. There is so much variety among fruits,
vegetables, whole grains and nuts. Try a new food like
kefir or miso soup, or a new recipe from a healthy
cookbook. You never know if you'll find a new food you
and your family will love.
Make it easier on yourself. Take advantage of cookbooks,
ready to use foods, and meal planning options that you
can find online to help you to create a plan that works
for you. Don't try to figure out what to cook for dinner
when you're starving, because your body will be crying
out for sugar at that time. Be proactive and have a
plan, and stock your pantry and fridge with healthier
options.
Start with just one meal. Choosing one meal at a time to
improve will help you stay focused and not feel
overwhelmed. This does not mean you should eat junk or
fast food the rest of the day, but focusing on one meal
at a time can make the step to healthier eating a little
easier. As an example, switch from cold breakfast
cereals that may be high in sugars to a cooked whole
grain like oatmeal, or even a yummy fruit salad for
breakfast.
Taking each of these steps one at a time could really
help to launch you onto a plan that will work for you.
Remember it does not have to be difficult - and taking
baby steps means the changes are more likely to stick!
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