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People complain to us that it’s difficult (complicated, time consuming, etc.) to eat healthy. In reality, it’s really very simple. If you take fresh, unadorned foods and prepare them simply - bake, broil, grill, microwave, you will have a much healthier diet. Here’s an example:
- grill a boneless, skinless chicken breast
- bake a potato
- microwave fresh or frozen broccoli
- fix a salad using bagged salad greens, and bottled vinaigrette dressing
Even if you want to brush barbecue sauce on the chicken, or add a little butter to the potato, this is still a very healthy, balanced meal that is easy to prepare. It’s also quick, with little “hands on” time.
This “simple” philosophy works when eating out, too. Order a grilled steak, pork chop, or fish and ask them to omit any sauces. A baked potato, plain rice or pasta are your best starch choices. Steamed, plain vegetables and a salad with the dressing on the side are good veggie picks. Because restaurant portions are so big, either share or take at least half home with you.
At the beginning of your new, healthy regimen, it might help to plan a week’s worth of menus. This makes the grocery list and shopping much easier. Having a well-stocked pantry and freezer helps too (see FYI).
We are all looking for ways to uncomplicate our lives and “simple foods prepared simply” fits the bill.
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