A healthy diet is an important factor for a healthy life, in addition to physical exercise. However, in Western countries, many people are incapable of following healthy eating patterns.
As a consequence, there is a growing percentage of children and adults who suffer from cardiovascular disorders, type 2 diabetes or obesity. This has a huge impact on our society as a whole and it concerns us how can we ensure that health care stays affordable in the future.
Luckily, there is something you can do about it. Eating healthy and exercising regularly can help you to have a healthy life. Here are a few foods, which you should include in your diet. These foods are healthy and delicious, and many of them are not too expensive or expensive at all.
Chicken breasts
Chicken is full of lean protein and this makes you feel fuller for a longer period of time. In addition, Chicken breasts are very delicious and easy to prepare.
Natural peanut butter
Skip the processed, sugary varieties of peanut butter and spread natural stuff on whole-grain brad. Add a tablespoon in yogurt or smoothies, mix it with a little bit of low-sodium soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar, then thin with water for a fast sauce, or use it as a dip for pretzels and carrots.
Eggs
Eggs are among the easiest foods to cook. Make them not just for breakfast. Scramble one egg and two egg whites, if you are watching your cholesterol. Add spinach and onion and you have got a great omelet.
Apples
Apples might not keep the doctor away, but they are full of antioxidants which can slow the progression of age-related diseases.
Bananas
Slice one banana on your morning oatmeal or yogurt and add some fiber and just 100 calories or so. Bananas are rich in potassium, and by snacking one after a workout you will prevent cramps.
Grapes
Freeze them for a low-calorie, decadent dessert or snack. Grapes contain a lot of antioxidants which are known to help heart health. This is especially the case about the dark purple ones.
Almonds
Get protein, fiber and vitamin E while you satisfy your crunchy cravings. Nuts are full of amino acids which could be linked to many hart benefits. Chop a few raw almonds and throw them on your yogurt.
Frozen berries and fruit
Throw some frozen berries and fruit in the blender with yogurt or milk for a healthy treat. Frozen berries can be drained and baked into quick bread and muffins or used in oatmeal.
Romaine lettuce
Choose Romaine lettuce for your salads. It will provide you with fiber and other nutrients and satisfy your crunch, too.
Carrots
They are good for your eyes because carrots contain a lot of antioxidants, including beta-carotene. You can dip them in natural peanut butter, hummus or low-fat dressings.
Brown rice
While it is a great side dish, brown rice can also be used to help stretch your ground meat. Mix 8 ounces of lean ground beef with a cup of cooked rice next time you make meatloaf to save 5 grams of fat and 45 calories per serving.
Sweet potatoes
These bright root vegetables are sweet, delicious and a great source of fiber and antioxidants. Roast, mash or bake them, you will forget about those other potatoes.