It’s the time of the year when people naturally review what they’ve accomplished and what they hope to. They bring out calendars for the coming year, filled with small, clean squares full of potential.
Diet is one of the most popular things to focus on. That focus shouldn’t be so much about going on a diet as it is about altering habits for better health. Look for foods like berries, prunes, artichokes, and beans that are full of antioxidants. Add more Omega 3 fatty acids to your plate in the form of walnuts, cold water fish, flax seed, and broccoli. Raise your good cholesterol (HDL) by using more extra virgin olive oil in your cooking. And look for sweeteners that are an alternative to sugar, such as maple syrup or agave nectar.
Most of all, being conscious of what you’re consuming is the most important step to having a healthy diet. When you pay attention, you’re less likely to let stress tell you that the brownie you’re looking at would really hit the spot. Do as Michael Pollan wrote in his latest book, “In Defense of Food.” His mantra is simple and easy to remember, “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”
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