Really healthy eating: what is it, after all? Definition and tips without nonsense
We always hear about the importance of healthy eating. But if there is one subject that many people complicate and are surrounded by fake news, it is this one.
We are certain of one thing and we can say this in advance: healthy eating is not a crazy diet full of restrictions. Thank goodness, because it can be delicious and give you a surreal life, full of health and energy.
In this article, we will explain this concept in more detail and also dispel 4 famous myths that we have always heard. Stay tuned!
Principles of healthy eating
When we think of healthy eating, the first thing that comes to mind is a diet that only allows the consumption of salads, fruits and tasteless foods. All this to avoid excessive calorie intake and, consequently, weight gain.
However, although the consumption of fruits, vegetables and legumes is essential, the concept of a balanced diet is not that.
Far from a restrictive menu, a good diet is directly related to the intake of nutrients necessary for the full functioning of our body and with a predominance of real food, avoiding processed foods. Therefore, the focus should be on a varied diet with foods that provide us with what our body needs: protein, fiber, carbohydrates, fat (yes, they are essential), vitamins and minerals.
Good nutrition is also related to three basic principles.
1) Variety: The maxim “a healthy plate is a colorful plate” is true. At each meal, foods from all groups should be consumed, with varied nutrients.
2) Moderation: It is important to eat enough to meet all of your body's needs. Not too much, not too little, but enough.
3) Balance: “Everything in life is a matter of balance,” including diet. You need to have harmony between the foods you choose, the quantity you eat, and what you like. Eating a sweet treat every now and then, or a slice of pizza, is also healthy. After all, no one can live a restricted life for long. This can lead to compulsion.
What is needed to have a healthy diet?
Having a healthy, quality diet doesn't have to be difficult.
You don't have to cut everything you like from your menu, for example. Much less go to the supermarket to buy all the healthy food options available. Eating well means eating everything (but not everything), without guilt, without restrictions, with pleasure. It means eating the foods that are good for your body, without stress. And, from time to time, allowing yourself to eat what pleases your palate, even if it is considered unhealthy.
Dangerous myths about healthy eating
When it comes to healthy eating, there are a number of myths that can hinder or, in the worst case, put at risk the health of those who want to eat better.
“Eating well is expensive! Avoid sweets and carbohydrates! These are myths, or rather, traps that we have always heard and that have only appeared to hinder the search for good nutrition.”
To put an end to any doubts, we are going to dispel four of the most well-known myths. We are sure that you have heard or believed them at some point.
Myth 1: Cut out sweets, carbs and fats
This first one seems to be unanimous: to eat well, all sweets, carbohydrates and fats must be cut from the diet. Chocolate? Never again. Pasta and bread? Never again.
Don't fall for this again! Carbohydrates, like fats, are an important source of energy and nutrients, so they shouldn't be banned from your diet. The ideal is to consume them in moderation, the amount necessary for your body to function properly.
The same idea applies to sweets. “Everything in life is a matter of balance,” remember? Besides, nobody is made of iron. A little sweet is always good (in moderation, of course).
And whoever has a Bold bar has everything, right? In the traditional way, in the microwave and in our recipes, it is very tasty and satisfies the desire for sweets, in addition to having 20 grams of protein and many other nutrients.
Myth 2: Eating well is expensive
This is a classic. Many people still believe in it today, but fortunately, it is nothing more than a myth.
The truth is that healthy food can be a cheaper option than the processed foods we find in supermarkets. These foods have to go through several industrialization processes and, therefore, cost more – in the short and long term.
Yes, because excessive consumption can cause serious health problems, which means you will have to invest in medicine and treatments. So, if we weigh it up, an apple (or another natural food) is much more affordable than a low-quality snack.
Healthy options may be more expensive, but there are also those that are worth the cost-benefit. However, your dietary base does not have to be them, they can be a plus. Invest in fruits, vegetables, legumes, healthy meats and some healthy options, such as Bold, that you like. It will fit in your budget, you'll see.
Myth 3: Healthy eating is the same for everyone
Don't be fooled! There is no one diet or menu that can suit everyone.
It is important to remember that everyone has their own dietary preferences and, most importantly, their own individual health needs. There are people with restrictions (lactose, gluten) or who need to adapt to a specific diet at a certain point in their lives (pregnancy, age, illness).
Therefore, the demands are different for each person. Some need more nutrients than others. Others cannot even consume certain types of nutrients.
Even for weight loss or hypertrophy, nutritional demands are different from person to person. If possible, consult a nutritionist or nutritionist.
Myth 4: Healthy eating is for those who want to lose weight
Another great classic in the world of healthy eating. Eating well isn't just for those who want to lose weight.
Our bodies need the nutrients they need to meet their daily demands and make us feel good. This is only possible by eating nutritious foods. Therefore, healthy eating is not just for people who want to lose weight, but for everyone who seeks health and quality of life.
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