Five Excuses That Should Not Stop You From Eating Healthy
Do yo recognize any of these top excuses?
Excuse #1: “But I like food!”
Do you think that the only people who eat healthy don’t like food?
You might be surprised by what new foods you can find and enjoy while becoming healthier.
Excuse #2: “I hate eating fish (or any other food)”
I hate fish. And I know fish is the best source of omega 3 fatty acids – which are very important for me, as I have been through heart surgery, and my father has type 11 diabetes. But someone couls stand here and tell me from now until the end of time that I need to eat fish … but I’m not going to.
So, I searched out other sources that I could get the same benefits from, like nuts, flax seed and krill oil.
Excuse #3: “I don’t have time.”
Lots of people say they don’t have time to exercise. I am at the gym at five in the morning – because I don’t have time not to exercise.
Would you rather spend your time in the gym, or in the hospital?
Excuse #4: “I don’t want to deprive myself.”
The secret to maintaining a healthy diet is portion control, not eliminating the food.
There is always chocolate ice cream in my freezer; my granddaughter and I just can’t imagine life without chocolate. When we indulge in our favorite treat I serve the ice cream in dishes that will hold no more than a couple of scoops. This is just enough to satisfy my cravings and enjoy a little time with my granddaughter.
Excuse #5: I have to cook for my family…”
Your family needs to be healthy too. Do you really want to put their health at risk? You are not running a cafe: your kids need to eat what is on the table.
Remember that kids are only picky eaters if you train them to be.
Do you have another excuse? Let me know in the comments – and I will tell you how to overcome it.
Hi there. I'm Patricia Setzer, and I show you how to prepare your favorite foods in a way that can help boost your energy, maintain a healthy weight and improve your overall health ...