Balanced Diet Fuels the Mind and Body
Written by Ann Pietrangelo on March 17th, 2009 in Health, Recommendations, Tips & Tricks.
Everybody’s talking about the recession and looking for ways to balance the family budget. Prices at the supermarket seem to rise with each passing month and shoppers are looking to cut corners.
One thing I keep hearing is that fresh fruits and vegetables are simply too expensive to buy. I beg to differ. They ARE expensive and getting more so, but you have to look at the big picture and you have to take a long, hard look at what else is in your shopping cart.
Seriously, how much did you fork over for that bag of potato chips? The ice cream… cookies… sugar-laden cereal? How many items in your cart represent food with little or no nutritional value?
The temptation to give in to comfort foods is a trap. The more you eat, the more you crave and the worse you feel, inviting preventable health problems. The loss of energy and added weight will only harm your sense of well-being.
Now more than ever, it is essential that we take care of ourselves in mind and in body. Food is all about fueling your body with what it needs — not only to survive, but to thrive. A diet rich in fresh produce, lean meats, and whole grains will keep you feeling balanced and energized.
Next time you’re at the grocery store… shop as if your life depends on it.
