Eating healthy & nutritious food is fundamental for a healthy life
Eating healthily is about ......
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choosing good quality, natural, preferably organic food
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moderation & restraint!
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knowing the specific type of 'diet' that is the optimum one for you
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identifying and reducing/eliminating the intake of foods that cause negative physical or mental reactions (i.e. food intolerances)
Enjoying eating healthily is about ......
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eating flavoursome foods
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taking pleasure in the visual appearance of the food
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feeling satisfied, not deprived
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feeling healthy & energised
By following both sets of principles, eating healthily becomes not only rewarding but also enjoyable as it fulfils the needs of both your body and mind.
We all know that eating nutritious food is fundamental for a healthy life, yet more often than not, the food that is good for us somehow doesn't seem as tempting as the rich, calorie laden options.
What would make healthy eating more enjoyable?
The quality of the ingredients and the flavour of the food is undoubtedly a crucial factor in whether food is enjoyable however this is only part of the equation.
The phrase 'you eat with your eyes' really is true as the visual appearance of food is one of the first mental stimuli received before the flavour of the food is even tasted.
Sweet Potato Linguine with a Bacon, Tomato & Artichoke Sauce
Most of us are attracted to aesthetically beautiful things and food is no exception. So, by making nutritious food look appealing and exciting it becomes more tempting and desirable. If it tastes as delicious as it looks then it will be more enjoyable to eat.
Creative food presentation isn't just for chefs and food stylists. There are numerous quick and simple ideas and techniques that can be used by anybody who wants to add some pizazz to their food, not just for special occasions, but for everyday dishes that can so easily become dull and repetitive. It's these everyday dishes that are the backbone of a healthy lifestyle, so it's essential to find a way of making healthy eating a pleasurable experience.
Thinking creatively about the visual appeal of the food is also more fun for the person preparing the meals!
Coconut Blancmange with Mango, Blueberries & Passion Fruit
