When someone talks to you about how healthy their diet is and how good their food tastes, many people are interested in what they eat. Can food that is good for you taste as good as, if not better than food that is not healthy?
At Backs in Action we believe that good nutrition can translate to good tasting food! Here are some tips to delicious home cooking!
Add more plants to your diet
When referring to a plant based menu, we are talking about fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes
Many cultures are known for pairing plant based diets with lean proteins including but not limited to; Mediterranean, Latin American and Asian cultures
Plant Based Diets have benefits including
Longer life expectancy
Reduced heart disease
Eat local
Local foods are fresher and often have higher nutrition content
This is due to the fact that they spend less time being shipped
An added benefit is that when buying local you are supporting a local business and giving back to your community
Spice up your food
Spices and herbs make all the difference when you are trying to make a mouthwatering meal
Ensure your spices retain their flavor and quality by:
Buying fresh spices in small quantities
Storing your spices in a cool, dry place
Switch it up with Whole Grains
Whole grains are more nutritious than refined grains and keep you fuller longer
They are rich in fiber, Vitamin E and magnesium
Add whole grains to your everyday diet by:
Using whole grain bread, pasta and brown rice
Trying spelt or faro flour
Eating whole grain cereals and dressing them up with fruit, and nuts
For example: Steel Cut Oats
Try to utilize these tips for nutritious and good tasting cooking at home! Share your tips on healthy eating or your favorite tasty healthy meal on Facebook or Google+!
