What Is A Healthy Diet? The Simple Truth Finally Revealed

By Jose Andres

Are you ready to make healthier food decisions and get in shape but are confused about what a healthy diet really consists of? Don't worry if you are because millions of other people are in the same position. With so many diet books and programs storming your brain with conflicting information, it is no wonder that so many people are confused on how to eat healthy.

The truth is luckily much simpler than most fad diet plans. While certain types of organic foods may be better for your health, you don't have to blow hundreds of dollars on the groceries every week just to be healthy. Similarly, you don't have to spend $20 on a book every month or pay for frozen meals to be delivered to your home. You can be healthy on your own!

Eating for health doesn't even mean you give up everything that tastes good or has calories and fat. You don't have to deprive yourself! Healthy eating simply requires you to eat the foods that will give your body the most nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that it needs to function.

It's time to unleash the truth and toss out the fad diets. What does a well balanced diet actually mean today?

Let's begin with one category of food that has all but been demonized in today's diet industry: the carbohydrate. Severely limiting this powerful energy resource can have negative consequences, but so can filling up on sugary treats and white refined carbs. The trick is to pick nutritious carb sources.

It turns out that the best carbs that will actually serve a real purpose in your body are very low calorie and low fat if not fat free. We are talking about vegetables, fruits, and tons of whole grains. Go for whole grain and whole wheat (100%, every time) pasta, bread, rice, and cereal over the refined sugary options.

Then mix in lean protein (such as chicken, white meat turkey) and healthy fats (extra virgin olive oil, etc.) and you are on your way to a healthier body, clearer mind, and more youthful, vibrant life. Yes, a healthy diet can be that simple! - 30414

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