3 Fresh Foods for a Super Fresh Taste in Your Diet
By Genevieve Cunningham
Eating fresh is such a good way to improve a healthy lifestyle. Even if your diet is mostly good, fresh foods can take it up a notch. But what exactly does fresh eating mean? What foods should you eat? How should they be prepared? While fresh eating may seem like a chore when you’re getting started, it’s actually a lot easier than you think. To get you moving toward fresh and healthy eating, take a look at these foods to add to the menu today.
Apples
Apples are such a delicious and versatile fruit. They're full of water, fiber, and plenty of vitamins and nutrients. And as far as flavor, they're both sweet and incredibly fresh. They can help your digestion, boost the immune system, and even help keep the teeth clean after a meal. Eat apples as a simple raw snack, slice them up and eat them with peanut butter, or toss them with other fruit for a deliciously easy snack.
Cucumber
Cucumber is often either loved or hated. It's not rich in flavor, but its high water percentage definitely gives it a crisp fresh taste. Cucumbers are good raw as a snack, paired with salad, or dipped in a healthy dipping sauce. Because this food is so low-calorie, you can basically eat to your heart's content without any negative consequences. If you need a fresh snack that won’t deplete your caloric total for the day, cucumber is a great choice.
Avocado
You may not normally think of avocado when you think of fresh food, but when you eat it raw, it definitely gives off the fresh vibe. Avocado is a healthy fat, and it’s also a good source of fiber and potassium. If you really want this green food to taste fresh, buy it at a local farmer’s market, then slice it up and pair it with a nice breakfast. This gives you a fresh, healthy, delicious start to the day.
Eating fresh foods is an excellent way to keep your diet healthy and well balanced. The more fresh fruits and veggies you choose, the better your overall diet and nutrition is likely to be. Add these fresh tasting foods to your menu, and you may learn to love healthy eating for a lifetime of strength, balance, and long-term wellness.
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