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A Non-Resolution Diet for the New Year

Think about what your diet has consisted of for these past couple of months. If you’re anything like me, chances are that (delicious) things like pie and other sweets, mashed potatoes, turkey, bread, bread, and more bread, wine, champagne, and rich sauces dominate that list. Therefore, even if you haven’t made a formal New Years’ resolution to eat healthier per se, you’re probably looking to make some small adjustments, at the very least. Here’s the good news: eating well does not have to involve depriving yourself of deliciously satisfying foods. You don’t have to give up carbohydrates or fats or even that glass of wine that you look forward to each evening. Eating well is simply about making informed decisions and putting together balanced and nutritious meals. To get you started, here are a few easy-to-follow guidelines:

#1: Alcohol

As was mentioned previously, there is no need to give up alcohol altogether when altering your diet. However, after the holiday season and all of its champagne-worthy festivities, it is a good idea to cut back your intake. Try to keep your alcohol consumption to no more than four drinks per week. Also, aim to stay away from beverages with a high sugar content, such as many of the mixed drinks out there. Instead, stick to beer, wine, champagne, or something harder on the rocks.

#2: Water

You should be drinking plenty of water. Ideally, try to chug at least two litres each day. Staying hydrated can help to keep your digestive tract in order, keep you energized and alert throughout the day, and it can help your skin from getting dull in the winter weather. If you’re bored with plain ol’ H2O, try jazzing it up with some sliced fruit (limes, strawberries, cucumbers, and melons all work well) or a few sprigs of mint. Sparkling mineral water can also help to keep your water consumption interesting.

#3: Fruits and Vegetables.

This one is pretty much common sense. You should be eating a lot of fruits and vegetables. In fact, most meals should be made up of at least half fruits and/or veggies. There are obviously a ton of different ones to choose from, so it’s pretty easy to stay out of the dreaded broccoli rut.

#4: Grains

It’s a good idea to stay away from the refined stuff- white rice, pastas, and breads- and opt for whole grains, instead. And to give your system a break from heavy carbohydrates, reach for nutrient-rich grains, instead. Try quinoa, barley, farro, lentils, and different types of beans. Sweet potatoes and squashes are also healthy forms of complex carbs.

 

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