5 Best Foods To Include In Your Diet

For some people, getting on a healthy diet may be difficult because they don’t know where to start. Questions of what they should make, what’s easiest to make, and how to make it may arise in this case.

The first thing to do when you are making changes to your diet and lifestyle is learn about which foods you should be including in your diet. Here are the 5 best foods that you should include in your diet whether you are aiming to lose weight or simply to change your lifestyle:

Eggs
Eggs used to be criticized for their level of cholesterol, however this perspective has recently begun to change. Eggs are actually a great source of protein and healthy fats. They are also very nutrient dense as well as satisfying so that you get the fuel you need while also staying full throughout the day.

Kale
Kale is one of the leafy green vegetables that have taken the health world by storm. Kale is a healthy and delicious way to eat your daily count of healthy carbohydrates and fiber. It is also a great way to increase the volume of you meal without increasing the calories. High in vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals, kale is a great food to add to soups, salads, smoothies, or side dishes.

Salmon
Salmon is a type of fish that is full of protein, healthy fats, and other important nutrients. One of the most important things that is found is salmon is omega-3 fatty acid, which helps reduce inflammation and reduce risk of metabolic disease.

Beans and Legumes
Beans and legumes such as lentils, black beans, kidney beans are especially beneficial for weight loss, however they offer non-weight loss focused diet benefits as well. Beans and legumes are high in protein and fiber and will help you feel fuller while also giving you the energy that you need to carry on throughout your day.

Avocados
Last but not least: avocados. Avocados are another green food that has gained much popularity over the years. This particularly unique fruit is high in carbs, healthy fats, monounsaturated oleic avid (the same fat found in olive oil), water, potassium, and fiber.

Not only is each of these 5 foods incredibly tasty, but they are also incredibly easy to prepare. A healthy meal can be less than 20 minutes away when you choose to cook with these healthy and weight loss promoting foods. Add these things, along with plenty of water and you’re on your way towards a healthier diet and lifestyle!

If you are interested in naturopathic medicine or alternative medicine for weight loss or lifestyle and diet changes, call Dr. Cecilia Ho, a naturopath in Pickering today at 905.492.8688.