Getting to improve on one's diet could seem much like a lofty aspirations and a daunting task as well. You know, the type of goal which people often think requires a lot of rigidity, self-discipline and sacrifice. Let's take for example: cupcakes out, pizza out, treats out, and then you just break down...
Does it really doesn’t have to be that way? Lot of times we make decisions regarding the body, usually leading to adding not necessarily taking away. This might create a much more palatable option for personal seeking for a health boost which would feel much more like a bonus, rather than a burden.
Well, a very vital question one could ask is what's to be added?
Teresa Fung, adjunct professor in the department of nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health speaking on the biggest nutritional punch to a daily diet. Outlined below is about four of her well-balanced options which she says one should eat every day or at least often.
- Brussels sprouts
These are crunchy little green balls, that look a lot like mini-cabbages. Brussels sprouts are nutrient-dense and very low in calories, you'd find only about twenty eight in half a cup. The group of vitamins which it offers are very well-rounded and they include vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and folate. Just like every other cruciferous vegetables, they feature bio-active compounds, such as antioxidants; these antioxidants are the chemicals which helps in preventing any form of cell damage inside the body. Considering the taste, Brussels sprouts might turn our to be a quite controversial pick, as a lot of persons consider that to be bitter. If you happen to fall into the hate camp, you could substitute them for other green vegetables for brussels sprouts to get a similar nutritional boost. But one thing you should bear in mind is to keep an open mind. The bitterness of Brussels sprouts could be reduced when roasted with a spritz of olive oil. The addition of chopped nuts to the top would bring about a little extra crunch and flavor a d some extra benefits.
- Blueberries
These dark-colored little berries are very high in antioxidants, especially vitamin C. Weighing in at at about fifty-six (56) calories for 100 grams, blueberries would also offer up a very good dose of fibre and vitamin. Most grocery stores do stock blueberries all year-round, so feel free to substitute another dark-colored fruit, the likes of cherries or pomegranates; when blueberries in are not in season.Variety is the spice of life, if you need some variety, you could swirl up a good amount of frozen blueberries, which by the way taste good at any time of year, and add plain yogurt to it and there you got a smoothie.
- Nuts
Nuts are very much crunchy and also satisfying, nuts provide not only filling but also, they provide an infusion of protein, vitamin E and healthy oils. There are different type of nuts, from walnuts and even peanuts (although it's technically a legume), then you got a handful of mixed nuts; you just have to be certain that they aren't salted, and bear in mind that nuts are a high-calorie treat. An ounce of nut, depending on the nut you choose, could ring in at about two hundred (200) calories and more, so it's quite advisable that you limit yourself to a daily certain level in order to get the benefits without having to ppack on any extra pounds.
- Salmon
This very oily fish, popularly known for its bright pink color. This fish is very rich not only in healthy protein but also in omega-3 fatty acids, that of benefit to both the heart and brain. It also provides one with the much needed bone-building vitamin D. The consumption of salmon every day would be a stretch for most persons. So you could rather aim at eating salmon at least once a week in order to reap it's immense health benefits.