Recipes for Eating Healthy

There are plenty of recipes that you can include in your diet that are both tasty and good for you, but it may be a little difficult to find them, especially if you have an extremely busy schedule (which most of us do). Here are some healthy recipe suggestions for every meal that you can try every day, no matter how much time you have:

Eating a Healthy Breakfast

For breakfast, you may not have the time in the morning to make a huge meal, so make sure that you include foods that you know are healthy into every morning meal. Try to consume at least two fruits for breakfast, along with another source of fiber, like oatmeal, grits, hominy, or cold cereal. There are plenty of breakfast bars out there now, so grabbing a box or two when you’re at the grocery store for a breakfast on the go that is packed with nutrients. You should also make sure that you consume foods rich in protein in the morning, like eggs or sausage, to start off your day. Making yourself a fruit salad the night before to eat with yogurt is a great way to get a nutritious breakfast without having to worry about being late for work or school.

Eating a Healthy Lunch

Most people go out for lunch, but if you tend to bring your lunch to work or school, it may be easier for you to eat healthier. Take a little time the night before to pack your lunch, so that you can pay special attention to which food groups you’re incorporating into your diet. A salad with low-fat dressing is a great lunch meal, and you can include things like grilled chicken, tuna or salmon to give you the required amount of protein for the day. If you eat out for lunch, try to eat as many raw foods as possible, so that you won’t get sleepy after lunch. Mexican food that is grilled instead of fried may be a good option, but don’t load up on the cheese and guacamole, since guacamole is high in fat (the ‘good fat) and can weigh you down, and dairy contains enzymes to help you digest food, may force you to slow down a little so that it can do its work.

Eating a Healthy Dinner

Since you usually have more time for dinner, try to make a meal that will include all the food groups on one plate. And, if you’re using a recipe that contains high fat ingredients, substitute them with a low-fat or fat-free version of the same ingredient. For instance, for lasagna, use a low-fat cottage cheese, or if not, make sure that you include an extra vegetable in the meal. For dinner vegetables, be sure to season them lightly; weighing them down with salt and butter with decrease the nutritional value. It’s also better to purchase vegetables as fresh as you can, since the taste will be better. You can also prepare grilled meats and fish for dinner, and include a baked potato or rice dish for complete protein and calcium intake. For dessert, try fresh fruit and yogurt, or low fat ice cream. If you’re baking dessert, use margarine instead of butter, and other low fat ingredients to make dessert healthier, as well as other forms of sweetener, like honey, fruit juice, and sugar substitutes.