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TIPS
• Cook and prepare meals at home as much as you can to avoid eating higher fat and sodium foods when dinning out.
• Take advantage of healthy recipes are available at your local library and internet
• Plan you menu, make a shopping list before going to the store. Don’t go hungry.
• Buy plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits that you like.
• Include whole grains breads and pasta
• Read nutrition labels. Watch for high fat, sodium and high sugar in packaged foods
• Eat something within in the first hour you are up
• Eat small meals every 3-4 hours. Aim for 3 meals and 2 small snacks
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration and aid in digestion
FROM LivestrongWoman CHANNEL
Dinning out TIPS:
• Order the healthiest option of the food you want. Example pasta with tomato base sauce instead of cream sauce.
• Chose healthier sides such as a salad instead of fried green beans
• Portion control by sharing a meal or take half of your meal home
• Order appetizers instead of entrée for smaller portions
• Order child’s or senior portions If available
• Eat a food with high fiber and drink plenty of water before going out. This fills you up before getting to the tempting foods.
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One of my biggest problems with nutrition and eating healthy meals is maintaing the appropriate serving size. Which is probably a big problem for most people.
controlling the appropriate serving, is a biggie for me!
my biggest problem is drinking soda and snacking all night.
I agree 100% that eating nutrition meals in portions is a huge problem for me and my family, I never seem to maintain the appropriate serving size. And I also have a terrible habit of going back for seconds, not good! I know!
Just do small portions of some of your favorite fruit and veggies and sandwiches. Either water or Gatorade. You can occasionally throw a soda or some sweet tea in there. Just be cautious of calories and carbs
I agree about portions. My husband and I eat healthy meals, but portion control is our down fall.
I agree! Portion control is killer for me. I do not know when to put the fork down. I eat until i am miserable.
my biggest problem is prepping and having time to cook healthy!
I have the same problem because I never know how much I should put on my plate and so on.
The biggest problem I have is making sure I actually eat. I’m always on the go and some days I don’t eat nearly as much as I should.
I agree. I seen another video that suggests using smaller plates. I’m going to try it with my family and see if it helps.
The serving size is one of my biggest issues as well.
Yes, I agree with you. Appropriate serving size is a big problem with me too.
I agree with you. The serving sizes are a big problem in this world now a days. It’s also hard to work some of those off when it comes to working out.
I agree. It is hard to eat the correct serving size.
Me too! Especially out to eat at restaurants.
Yes I have a big problem with this I feel so greedy.
I agree serving size it probably the biggest down fall for most people when eating healthy. I know for myself it has always been a struggle. Sometimes it doesn’t matter if you are eating healthy if you are eating way too much.
i agree that serving size is an issue but only because we mentally over eat. you should limit yourself, and not help yourself to that extra piece of whatever you are eating.
I completely agree! I was told in class that your stomach is the size of your fist. An average meal out is like the size of 5 fists! I can’t salt half of my food either like they tell you because I am a broke college student. Portion control is the downfall of me.
Yeah I agree. Serving size is a big issue with most people. It’s hard to cut back. Especially if you are still hungry.
I can agree, when on the go, serving size is hard because we are still hungry and need to find something to fill us up. I find that drinking a glass of water before my meals tends to help me control how much I eat and it helps get the correct amount of water I need for the day too.
Yes, serving size has also been the biggest struggle for me also. I also tend to eat more and more!
A big part of my diet was starting my own meal prep , its really help me avoid eating out and snacking.
My biggest problem was also meal prep. I wanted to believe the fad diets that produced weight loss fast. I now know that the slower weight is lost, the better chance it becomes permanent.
A big part of helping not to over eat would be to meal prep. I agree this would help me maintain the correct meal size.
I totally agree! With a busy life it always seems like i am rushing around ,and if I make sure to have breakfast in the freezer or fridge ready to go i don’t stop at that fast food chain and grab that unhealthy greasy meal because it is quick and cheap. Same with dinner if it is ready to be heated when i get home i’m not stressing about what we are going to have and just stop and pick something up on the way home.
I’m one of those people who would love to meal prep, but I just don’t have the time! I have made an effort to have healthy snacks and smaller, lower fat and sodium meals.
Yes!! I am much more likely to stick with my meal plan if all of my food is prepped and ready to go. If I have to cook it first, I usually end up being hungry and choose something quick and easy and not nutritious at all. Opening up the refrigerator to already packed meals is one of the best feelings. 🙂
A big part of my diet is to have a healthy snack throughout that day so that I don’t stop at a fast food restaurant because I’m so hungry.
Yes it is especially when you are feeding a large family with large appetites.
It’s especily hard when your family is picky and is lactatoseintollerant.
I struggle with having the right serving size also!
I too have the same issue with proportion sizing. Using a smaller plate really helps me tremendously because visually I see a full plate but in all actuality it is probably half of my normal intake with a full size plate.
I really liked this suggestion from the video. I have a problem with wanting to eat everything on my plate even if I am full. Using a smaller plate would definitely help with my portion control.
that is a very good idea to use for portion control. I will have to begin to do this because I too have a big problem with portion control. I can’t put down my food until im miserable
I also have found that using a smaller plate size has helped me to better control my portion control, with out even having to think about it. With my busy life the though of weighing out foods or using sized containers seemed so overwhelming and time consuming. After watching this video I thought that I would try out using a smaller plate and now I do a better job at controlling my portions than I though I could. Thanks for the tip.
That is one of my biggest problems, but i have been working hard to fix it!
I honestly think that is everyone’s problem because no one really has time to make sure your eating the right amount.
I completly agree with you on serving size. When i first found out what the appropriate portions were for a healthy meal and lifestyle i was shocked and felt that it was going to impossible for me to be able to only eat that amount and get full.
I purchased a small scale from WalMart that I leave on my counter top. It was very inexpensive and has helped me so much. I’ve been amazed at the difference between what I guessed at serving sizes versus what it really is, once seeing it on the scale.
totally agree most people do not even look at portions they just eat how much looks good
This is definitely a problem for me. I just ate three pieces of pizzas when I should have stopped with two. I was still hungry after two pieces.
with eating pizza you can eat thin crust and that will help you with watching your carbs. this way if you eat more than you feel you should its not as bad and doing a deep dish or think crust.
this used to be my biggest problem when I ate, now I just control how much I eat and it seems to help because ive lost weight.
I agree! I either eat way too much of a food or way too little. I really need to just be more aware of what I’m fueling my body with.
I totally agree with you. I have tired to cut out eating out all together and actually using a measuring cup to help with portions.
The proper serving size is very difficult to maintain. Most places that you go to have any oversized portion.
I feel like a big problem for most people is the fact that the availability of “healthy foods” is less than that of unhealthy foods. Therefore when someone needs a snack, they just grab the quickest option. Most likely being something unhealthy.
That is my biggest problem as well portion control is definitely the toughest because it just doesn’t seem like enough but it takes some getting used to.
Portion control is the worst!! Especially in the world we live in. Everything is super sized and way too much food. I like the idea of using a smaller plate…I just have to tell myself that doesn’t mean to go back for seconds!!!
Amen! We have to keep that in mind!
That also is a big problem with me. I am so inconsistent with my eating, that I usually do not eat until I am starving, and then I end up eating way too much way too fast. It is hard to manage a proper diet sometimes when you work such odd hours and don’t have access to healthy options all the time. It is so easy to order a large in everything because it does not cost much more to do so.
I tend to be inconsistent also. I am always on the go, so most of the time I miss lunch! By dinner, I am starving.
I totally agree. I work all of the time and eating isn’t on my mind until it’s too late and I start to feel sluggish.
Molly, I can completely relate to the inconsistent ways of eating. Sometimes, I go without food and other times I overeat fast food because I’m so hungry. The proper diet can be difficult, but I find having healthy snacks like nuts and fruits with me helps me feel full throughout the day.
I wish when you went out to eat the portions were smaller and the prices were cheaper. If I could get half the amount of food and it cost half the price the world would be a better place indeed! But then I might end up eating out too much…
Me too. I usually end up eating it all because it is there, not because I’m still hungry.
One way that my husband and I have found to save money when we eat out and to control our portion sizes, is to split a meal. At most restaurants you get two sides with your meal, so we each order the side of our choice and split the entree. By doing this we occasionally have room for desert too.
Yes restaurant portions are a major cause for people overeating. one of favorite Mexican restaurants has the burrito gigante which is probably 3 servings in itself. I try to not eat all of it but usually do because it is so good.
One of my problems too. Have been doing better, but still struggle with it, especially if have a homecooked meal.
Agreed! I sometimes skip meals because I am busy doing something else. So when I get time to finally eat, sometimes I tend to over do it!
I agree! This is my problem too. I will be so hungry and I will get a huge serving and portion size, even though I know it is not healthy. Sometimes I eat like 5 pieces of pizza when I know I should limit myself, especially since it is unhealthy.
I tend to make serving sizes much bigger than they need to be as well.
I think I have the same problem. Sodas are a big problem for me as well. Then I never eat breakfast.
it is for me! I will do good for a week or two and see results and feel amazing and then i have one “cheat day” and it ruins everything.
Hello, K. Williams, I agree eating the right portion size is hard because if you like the taste you always want more, at least I do.Israel Delatoba
I agree! I think people overestimate portion sizes. You’d be surprised how much, or should I say little, 4oz of protein really is.
I find that this is a big problem for myself as well because it is so hard to get healthy snacks in between meals.
This is true for me as well. I have found that sometimes it can be quite hard to eat healthy when all you want to do is eat more and more of a certain food.
Yes! I am so bad at eating healthy meals because my family stays so busy. We are hardly ever home at night so it makes it hard to come up with quick and healthy things to cook that are healthy!
Eating out at a restaurant is not helpful in portion control, as a normal size plate is usually way too much for one person to eat alone, yet someone might feel the need to finish it because it is sitting in front of them.
Restaurants play a big part in portion control. A normal sized plate at most any restaurant is too much for one person to eat, yet the person might feel obligated to finish it because it is sitting in front of them.
I agree, portion size and drinking plenty of water vs drinks and juice is the hardest for me.
Yes! This is so true. Portion size plays a big part in obesity. I find that it is better to eat 6 small meals than 3 big meals this way I feel that I am eating more. Also, drinking enough water.
They say to control portion size is to use a smaller plate.
I have issues with the guessing of the proportion size. I usually under guess or over guess. To learn more if I want to eat better I need to work on learning exact proportion size and understanding it
I think almost everyone deals with having the appropriate serving sizes since everything tastes so yummy that we don’t want to stop eating.
I’ve got the same problem. I actually just bought a food scale. My mom uses one for every meal and she said it helped her out a lot.
My biggest issue is that I work in the emergency field (EMS) and we have to eat only we can, many times there are entire shifts (12-24 hours) when we dont get to eat or sleep.
I agree. My biggest problem is portion control as well.
I agree! In our culture, it is very easy to overeat due to large portion sizes being served quite often.
YES!!! Portion control has been my issue over the years.
I have that exact problem and its something I need to get better at managing it as well.
I have the same issue. I did find the tip to have them only put half of your food on a plate and the other half in a to go box was a great idea to help from over eating when eating out.
Yes, I completely agree. I don’t eat the right about of proportions like I know I should. There are days where I go without food all day until dinner and by that time I am so hungry that I eat way too much.
I completely agree! When I do make meals for myself – since I mostly snack throughout the day – I find it hard to stick to the appropriate serving sizes because I think I have to eat everything that I made for lunch or dinner that second or I’m not going to eat it and just waste it.
I agree, it’s difficult for me to find a good serving size because I could snack on something unhealthy later or have too much of a serving.
In my opinion Water is the most important key in weight control.
I agree, I heard a gallon a day is key.
I also agree with you and I believe that water not only clean our body from outside but it also lean our body from inside. Water is the best medicine like laughter to stay healthy!!!
No kidding I was amazed at what a difference just replacing one or two sodas a day with waters
I agree with this 100%. A friend of mine switched to drinking only water (lots of it) and ended up losing weight.
I agree! Water helps you not overeat, it helps sustain your appetite, and it helps to regulate digestion processes.
I’ve heard before that just cutting soda out of your diet can help you lose an average of 10 pounds in a year! I know that might not seem like a lot of weight, but that’s just from soda. Imagine if you started cutting out everything else bad and exercising too.
I have also heard the same thing. Soda has so much sugar in it a can only imagine the empty calories we get from it. But I look at the ingredient and say people are addicted just like with coffee. I stopped drinking as many soda a day and I now try to drink a gallon of water daily. My skin is clearer and my bowels move so much better.
I agree. I started drinking more water and less cokes and lost weight without trying.
Water is the best way to detoxify your body and allow you to get the most from the food that you eat.
i used to work with a trainer and we would work out together every day and he gave some of the best eating tips i have ever heard before this class.
You say your trainer offered up some of the best eating tips…care to share what was told to you..you can never have too many helpful hints
Eating at home is definitely a better way to eat healthy and also is way more affordable. I have learned when I do go out to make he;althy choices. Eating a nice salad verses fried chicken and sweet tea.
I agree nothing beats moms cooking if I could eat at home every day I would
I agree that cooking home the best benefit to keep eating healthy. I do not like to go out to eat at restaurants.
same here.
Also it is cheaper to just get a salad and a water although it can be difficult.
Eating at home is definitely a better option for health but I find more times then not healthy food is more expensive then it’s alternative
This video is a little fast paced. Overall, very informative~!! Certainly makes you want some fruit with all those dancing ones~!! XD ♥♥♥ I never realized I should eat snacks, good to know~!! 🙂
Eating fruits really helped me stay hydrated and filled with energy.
I’d say the one thing that I already follow in these videos is drinking water. I cut soda out of my life over 2 years ago. The biggest thing that I feel I need to work on is to make sure I eat breakfast. I don’t have the best sleep schedule right now, and in the morning it becomes very easy for me to opt for more sleep rather than eating breakfast. I will try to get up earlier in order to at least get something in my system before starting my day.
I totally agree~!! I’m still in the process of converting myself to only water, the sugar in sodas is so~ooo addicting~!! DX
I totally agree by cutting out sodas it makes me feel better and makes exercising a lot easier. That is the best idea to wake up early enough to get in a good breakfast.
Do make time for breakfast. And it can be something small that you can eat in the care on the way to work/school. I love the belvita breakfast bars.They are delicious!
With the rise in intermittent fasting, I wonder how important this breakfast rule is!
This is really interesting because I didn’t know you could have the food divided in half so you only eat half there and take the rest home.
I found that interesting as well. However, I wonder how much the nutritional value is affected by different factors like how long it sits before reheating it, or the reheating itself.
yeah,didnt know that either.i never finsih my meals anyways
I agree 100%. I have ate out a lot and gotten full really quick. It does help me a lot when i take the rest of my food home with me because i can always eat it for later or i can eat it for lunch later
I always get full when I eat out. I also always get a salad of some type of steamed vegetable.
I found this video very interesting. I have been recently trying to figure out ways I can change my eating habits to become healthier. I never eat breakfast so that is something I have to start doing within an hour of waking up to get my metabolism moving faster throughout the day. Also, as mentioned in this video I need to eat at home more with freshly cooked meals, using a lot of fruits and veggies.
Cooking is not one of my specialties or thing that interests me so I tend to eat out sometimes, when my mom has her break from all the cooking, aside from this I work in a restaurant where many unhealthy food is made. And because of my busy schedule I almost never have time to eat breakfast, I realize all of these factors can lead to poor health and I am really trying to improve my eating habits, although it is hard, it is a working progress.
Totally agree with your comment! I lead such a busy life also and never make time to be healthy. I waste so much money buying fast food even after being aware that it’s so unhealthy!
It is sometimes very difficult to know where to begin when attempting to eat healthy. This video had a lot of great information, including tips on how to get started. As for myself, I do not prepare much of my own food and that is clearly where I need to start on my personal fitness journey.
Healthy eating habits has to start with the individual I believe. I know a lot of people say it starts at home with the family but I learned in developmental psych that our bodies (healthy wgt. and body type) is inherited to an extent, the environment also plays a role in our eating habits and body types. As mentioned in the first vid more than 16% of young people are obese and this isn’t simply because mom and dad took them to get a hamburger out somewhere. Young people, as they grow, have to take responsibility and I think this is the only way we as a society can become healthier.
That is true.
I enjoyed this video and it’s very useful for the people that are trying to eat right and healthy, and also for dieting.
I also found it interesting to eat up 1 hour after you get up. Sometimes, I notice that I don’t do that and it messes with me.
I also thought eating within an hour of getting up interesting. I always put it off as long as I can so I’m not so hungry before lunch.
I found it very interesting of making it a habit to eat breakfast within a hour of waking up. I wonder why 1hr though? I usually put it off as long as I could thinking it would help me eat less throughout the day.
I should start cooking more for my family, we usually eat out a lot.
I agree with this video. Making a change at first may be hard, but it gets easier with time. I’ve found that when I take the time to make a grocery list, pick up healthy foods,and drink more water I tend to lose weight.
I have a problem eating healthy. I want something that is quick and easy to fix. I will drink water if I have to, however, most of the time I don’t.
These tips were very good. I have tried that eating only half and taking the rest home and it does work. You usually are full before your done anyway.
Yes that was a very good tip! I’m definitely going to try to do that the next time I go out.
I find that eating slower and drinking more water between bites works just as well because you won’t eat as much.
I totally agree with this video! It may seem difficult or a hassle at first but once get into a routine it becomes much easier. You may even see some weight loss with this adjustment. Also, in my personal opinion home cooked meals are always tastier! Smaller meals, home cooked meals, and healthier choices are always the way to go!
would you mind giving me cooking lessons? lol I agree home cooked meals are super tasty but…. Chinese food is my weakness!
Very true! Not to mention if you attempt to involve your family in the process of making healthier decisions, you chances of success greatly improve. Not the mention the improved health of your family.
I couldn’t agree more regarding the plan to eat and plan more meals at home versus eating out at restaurants. I believe that it promotes so much more than simply nutritional health, it promotes a healthy family atmosphere- it incorporates a time in such a busy lifestyle for a family to stop what they are doing and talk about anything they want to talk about. It doesn’t have to be a forced conversation about “what they did today”.
I like how you said “healthy family atmosphere” it definitely shows our kids that you don’t have to overeat to enjoy your self and helps them grow up healthier.
If i ever go out to eat, I always make sure that the meal that I get is a good size for me to eat and not to large.
I agree with you, many places serve meals that are 2-3X the reccomended serving size.
Eating out for me is the hardest part. I tend to feel like I have to eat as much as I can or get my money’s worth. I did find the ”to go bag” idea as a simple solution to this problem. Excellent video!!
Eating out is a huge issue for me and my health too! I always think I can easily go pay ten bucks for a great meal rather than spending much more cooking at home. Even though it is way better for us to cook fresh meals at home. I am going to try to start doing this more!
I feel that making a shopping list is important even though I don’t always do it. I find myself buying healthy food like fruits and veggies for my children not so much for myself. I skip meals and grab the first thing I can get my hand on while i’m at work.
I do the same thing. Seems like we make time to make sure the kids are eating healthy and we encourage them to do so, but we lack it ourselves
From watching this video I learned that I need to drink a lot more water and use wisdom in what food I eat and how much of it I eat.
The water thing is very good. Not only does it help you feel more full but it helps your body operate at its full potential.
I agree with you. I drink water more often than i use to. Cutting back on sodas always help out as well
I really enjoyed watching the video on daily healthy eating tips. Since the beginning of the year I have been trying to cook at home and eat more healthy. This video gave me a few tips that I had not thought of yet that will benefit me in.
I also enjoy watching this video, a lot of good and helpful tips.
I have the hardest time eating healthy when I go out to eat. Honestly if I’m paying a lot of money for the food I want to enjoy it. At least I know I’m doing something right, I always find someone to split a meal with, because I know I will eat way too much if I do not. I need to work on preparing my own foods also.
I couldn’t agree more regarding the plan to eat and plan more meals at home versus eating out at restaurants. I believe that it promotes so much more than simply nutritional health, it promotes a healthy family atmosphere- it incorporates a time in such a busy lifestyle for a family to stop what they are doing and talk about anything they want to talk about. It doesn’t have to be a forced conversation about “what they did today”.
I eat healthier when I am at home. When I go out to eat I tend to eat big portions. However, being in college it is hard to go home for lunch and come back in time so I find myself eating out for lunch on the days I have school. These videos were very helpful by giving advice on how to cut back. Cutting back and eating healthier is going to be a big challenge, but with this advice I think I can give it a try.
I am just as guilty about eating larger portions when I am not at home and going to school makes it more difficult as well
I think sharing a plate is definitely the best way to go. You don’t over-eat, and you aren’t eating alone. Also, when you are with a partner you tend to give them a little more food instead of scarf it all down for yourself!
I agree, I always do this at restaurant it helps you a lot. If you don’t have all the food to yourself you will not eat nearly as much, because you can’t.
My family likes to eat out a lot but its much healthier, cheaper, and tastes better when we eat at home. When I have a busy day at work, school, and with my son’s practices we eat out but maybe we should prepare so that we dont feel we have to eat out.
Video 2 was extremely helpful. The “To go bag” method was very nifty. I would have never thought of that. I told myself i would start doing better, but it has been extremely hard.
I have gone to chili’s and have asked them to cut my meal in half and put the other half in a to-go box. You would think that they would see you as odd, but when I asked the waiter, he acted like that happens all the time.
Video 1
I am trying to eat healthy and i completely understand the importance of creating a shopping list and eating fresh fruits and veggies but when you are always on the go and fresh veggies and fruits are expensive, your left with what is convienent.
I couldn’t agree more. If the cost of healthy food were lower then maybe most of the US wouldn’t be overweight.
I hate that it is cheaper to eat unhealthy food rather then healthy food. It’s almost like you have to take a second for his over your house just to be able to afford to eat healthy.
I agree, I wish that there were more affordable healthy options on the go. It is always so tempting to stop by a fast food place to save time on cooking and it is usually cheaper than healthy food.
My problem is that I eat out a lot or if I eat at home its quick fix stuff that is high in fat. I can’t drink water unless it is ice cold I am not a fan of the taste of water.
I totally agree with you.
I love water!
I love the part of this video about portion control, I generally use an appetizer as my meal when I go out to eat…. Since lately I am broke I have been trying to use these methods in my cooking at home 🙂
These videos gave me some good ideas for eating better. I’m not really big on eating breakfast and bad about eating out more than I need too. The videos gave some really good tips about watching what we eat throughout the day.
It did me as well. I have always skipped breakfast and if I do eat it McDonalds is just around the corner. Sometimes are lives are just so full we go for convenience rather than health.
Or lives are so full and so busy that it is indeed easier to skip meals Inskip snacks and eat but we can get our hands on.
Video two gave very good tips! My favorite was about portion control. I dine out occasionally and I try to use portion control. The tip about using the appetizer as the entree was perfect. In the past I have tried that but instead of saving half for later I try to finish it all. I will be using these tips for sure!
I agree, that was a good tip for portion control. And I’m in the same boat about using portion control while eating out but end up eating the whole meal when I’m out. All the tips were great ideas when eating out with friends.
My family and I are trying to cook more meals at home (and noticing it tastes better than fast food), but with busy lifestyles we still end up eating out on occasion. It is good to hear that we are not the only ones that struggle with “being good” about food all the time.
you are not the only one! I am in a similar situation except i have no choice but to eat at home because i am broke lol but even if I did have the money to get a quick meal so i didnt have to cook , it would be fast food and that really isn’t good for anyone
Im so glad to see that other people are struggling as well with eating “good” when you have such a busy lifestyle..very frustrating.
We cook at home most of the time, however it is what we like the taste of not necessarily what is the best for us. We will have to work on that.
When eating out it is the same, and sometimes the portion are large. I have always been taught to eat what is on the plate. I will have to start getting a take home box.
When my family & I go out to eat, we try to split the dinner between two people so we won’t overeat. If we want to order different meals, we ask for a to-go box when they bring the food to our table just so we won’t be tempted to overeat.
I have the same problem. I was also taught that an empty plate is a happy plate, so now that I am older i still eat all the food on the plate, no matter how big the portions are
Being someone who doesn’t like a lot of healthy foods (such as fruits and vegetables), these videos help me see what I can do to be healthier. One thing I need to work on is portioning and not eating so many snacks in between meals. I also eat out a lot, which I know is bad but it’s so convenient! A question I have is: The video says eat within the first hour that you are up to boost metabolism, does it have to be a healthy breakfast to boost metabolism or does any food boost metabolism?
Food in general is good to boost your metabolism but if it isn’t healthy, it isn’t really going to work in your favor. For example, if you wake up and eat a poptart, its all empty and not nutrient dense and you wont be full or satisfied. And those types of foods don’t have a variety of nutrients to help your body digest or become healthy whereas some eggs and toast with honey and peanut butter will. Also, healthier foods will make you feel soooo much better! Try it out for a couple of days and see how you feel!
I am definitely going to try to start eating healthy.I learned some good tips about picking the right foods.
Eating healthy is easier said than done but once we put our minds to it we can all do it. I have always struggled with wanting junk to eat.
not necessarily it just takes self control and a good mind set.
I as well have learn from these good tips, I will be working on picking the right foods.
These videos can actually help me in many ways. I struggle the most with eating out. I travel a lot and many of my friends love to go out to eat. I always end up eating way more than i need to and most of the time get too full and sickly feeling. I have been trying to avoid eating out but this video helped me with dealing with the situation. One question i do have is what is the healthiest thing you can order at a mexican restaurant? We usually eat mexican ATLEAST once a week. So it can get dangerous with all the cheese dip and everything covered in cheese.
The two best takeaways from my experience are eat at home and drink lots of water. I usually make poor decisions related to my diet at restaurants, but wise ones at the grocery store. Adding a little lemon to your water improves the taste and prevents the bad dry-mouth taste/feel some people complain about. Limiting yourself to water at restaurants saves you a lot of money as well.
I found these comments interesting because I also eat at home quite often and drink water with lemon with 90% of my meals. I also agree that it alleviates dry mouth and is refreshing. I have researched the health benefits of lemons and they have immune system boosting qualities. I would highly recommend using lemons on a daily basis.
I agree with this completely! I think setting up a menu, grocery list and preparing your own meals is the best way to stay healthy. These tips help when avoiding obesity. Choosing from every food group also and writing down things to buy at the grocery store definately help make more concious diet decisions!
I think the list of things to buy at the grocery store helps prevent impulse buying things that look good in a store! If you know what you’re going to buy, it’s easier to stick to it when faced with unhealthy choices!
I am so amazed at how simple some of the foods where put together, as a mother I always grab easy things for myself such as chips and eating breakfast at 9 am. This was an eye opener, to eat an hour after waking up that means I should be having breakfast at 7 am in stead of 9. If any one know why it’s good to eat within an hour after waking up, I surely would love to know?
I agree, I am guilty of grabbing a bag of chips rather than making time to have something healthier in the morning. Usually when I get up, unless I’m starving, food is the last thing on my mind I just want more sleep. For future reference, I will keep that hour after waking up tip in mind. Maybe I will see some progress in my daily energy as well.
It helps to jump start your metabolism. Another good thing you can do is slam 16 oz. of cold water as soon as you get up.
The body hasn’t eaten all night long while it sleeps. The body has used all the nutrients from the last food it ate before bed and is now using it’s stored fat, muscles and water to run on. The sooner breakfast is eaten the better. When the body runs out of food it starts slowing down it’s processes, thus using calories slower.
I live a very fast paced lifestyle, so planning and cooking my own meals continuously is not really an option. I eat between 4 and eight times a day. I start every morning off at 0430 with a bowl of oatmeal and a shot of black coffee. Throughout the day I try to consume at least 1 gallon of wate. I carry a gallon jug of drinking water everywhere I go. I am a wildland firefighter so in the summer time I probably drink closer to two gallons a day. I eat about every two to three hours (200-400 cal.). I also try to make health-wise decisions on my food choices. about the only sugar I take in comes from dark beer or dry wine, which I fallow glass for glass with water. (want to prevent hangovers? Every time you make another drink or get another beer, drink an equal amount of water. its filling at first but you will soon become accustom to it.) I also try and limit meat to once a day, because I eat like a cave man and my portions are way off on meat. I don’t know how healthy this is but it works for me.
While I agree these tips are very helpful, in my currently busy lifestyle being this organized about the food I consume is not as high on my list as it should. I realize that after making sure my child eats healthy I do not put as much effort and time into making sure I do the same. Soda and processed foods are my downfalls. I do believe that learning new recipes can benefit my family and myself, so that will be a goal, find a new meal that is healthy and delicious.
I believe that you should take the time to eat healthy for yourself because it will be an excellent example to your children and it will add years to your life for them by eating healthy nutrition. We are all busy will everyday life, and it is easy to forget about ourselves. I found out that my weight dropped 10 pounds when I stopped drinking sodas, and it makes a huge difference.
Just as you my days are long but my eating habits are nothing like yours. From the sound of it you have a pretty good getting habit. Your water intake is amazing I think. I lucky if I can get at least 2 to 3 bottles in a day. I run off Mt. Dew most of the time because of my busy schedule. I never get breakfast in and it’s my favorite meal of the day. I’m only able to eat breakfast on weekends.
I was surprised that the obesity rate wasn’t higher. It seems like so many people are overweight nowadays. I try to always cook everything fresh in my home because I want my children to adapt to good eating habits and I myself, being a type 1 diabetic, my health depends on it. The best things in my opinion to eat are leafy salads with cottage cheese or salsa instead of dressing and broiled salmon. Mmm Mmm. 🙂
I agree, but if you were to serve that to a child they would turn up their nose and walk away. Working in an environment to where it is my job to serve nothing but healthy choices to children is tough. Parents need to start healthy choices when the child is young and carry out the same choices as they grow.
thats true the younger you start with the kids its better i know my kids are now 7 almost 8 and on food we didn’t do so well but when it comes to drinks my kids will do tea, water or punch they hate sodas we just have to work on the food side of things now.
I meant eating at home. Sorry
I agree that eating at instead of out is much healthier, I try to do this every night if I can.
I agree but it is just so much easier to eat out
yes it is especially when you are in college and short on time 😀
Yes, it is better to eat at home instead of eating out. I cook at home during the week, but usually on the weekends we eat out quite a bit. I really should start cooking at home more on the weekends instead of eating out alot.
In today’s society, eating out has become too common. I am guilty. One change I have made is during my lunch break at work I either take a lunch made from home or actually go home, instead of going through a drive thru. It has not only made me feel better physically, but it was also good financially!
I understand what you mean! We spend 10 bucks on a burger and tots, and we could have went to the store and had a healthier choice! I use to be bad at work and eat out all the time, so bringing food made things much easier, and healthier!
for lunch you can also go to the store and get some fruit or veggies for lunch if you feel the need to get out of the work place for just a few this will also help you keep the healthy trend you are going for.
video 2
1. go out to eat occationally
2. Make healthy choices use portion control eat an appetiser for a meal
3.Have yoy waiter divide meal in half and take the other portion home.
These are excellent suggestions i always bring at least half my meal home and when ordering i try to choose the vegetable medley rather than french fries or a loaded baked potato. But i love my veggies.
that is an excellent idea. To bring at least half of the meal home and trying to choose veggies over french fries.
My wife and I sometimes split a meal with each other or one of the kids. The appetizer for a meal suggestion we use as well. Some seafood appetizers in restaurants are filling and far more healthy than many entrees.
video 1
1.cook own meals avoid fast food
2.Plan healthy meals and a shopping list
3.Read nutrition labels
4.Eat breakfast within one hour after waking
5. eat small meals every three to four hours
6. Drink plenty of water to help with digestion
7.ypu have more energy sharper thinking
8. More than 16% of all choldren are obese
the shopping list is very important i find myself going completely out of control if i don’t have a list to stick too, and don’t go shopping for groceries if you are hungry. Big Big mistake trust me.
I agree a sopping list is important, been there, not good!
other than having a list its good to go kid free and just after you ate. this helps sticking to the list and not stray from it.
Yes having a shopping list is very important. And never go wen your hungry because you will over spend ever time. I’ve learned this from experience. Another good thing to do if your going to go on a eating healthy life change is to start looking in sells papers to see who have to the cheapest fruits and vegetables and whos meat on sell for that week.
I agree that sticking with a list is important. It helps keep you from buying junk foods and stick with a meal plan.
I go in with a shopping list but always come out with more than I need. It never fails for me.
Water is the nectar of life and should probably be the only liquid that a person needs.
I agree that water is essential for life. I don’t drink plain water at all, just coffee or a coke. I am going to start drinking flavored water and try to cut down on my coffee and no cokes.
I think it’s always a good idea to try to get the sodas out of your life as much as possible. They are strongly linked to our childhood obesity rate and are one of the really bad habits we have in the US. I know how good a soda is. There’s something about that sugar and carbonation that really hits the spot. I know I’m not a standard of health, but I have habituated myself in a good way as far as my relationship with sodas is concerned. I reward myself with them only after really long runs or hikes. Other than these times, I don’t allow myself them. I know not everyone is a distance runner, but that is the situation that has worked for me.
These were very informative. My plan for this year was to start eating better. I really haven’t done that so far(the eating right). I just dont eat as much. I have learned portion control, I just have to learn to eat more often. I usually only eat once a day right now. In the video it stated you have to eat breakfact to start metabolism. Im going to do better.
I wish you the best of luck. i would also like to eat a little better this year.
That was my plan too. My goal is to stop drinking sometimes 5-6 20 oz bottles cokes a day and go down to 2 and drink more water!
I like the idea about to plan the meals, also how helpful was to know the importance of planning your snacks. Also noticed that weren’t meats for breakfast.
try and get half your body weight in oz’s of water daily.
That’s me exactly. Eat once a day. Not healthy but have done much better with my portions. One thing that helped was eating slower, and when i got done with my plate not hurry to get more. I now sit there for a minute and see if i really am still hungry. Usually after a minute, i actually feel full. Not miserable but satisfied. But the Dr. Peppers are killing me. It’s like the Heaven’s Nectar. And I’m addicted.
I have also found that if I wait a few minutes my hunger usually goes away.
I agree with you whole heartedly about Dr.Pepper. I drink on average, two a day. It’s a very bad habit. I have a problem with only eating around once a day most of the time. I have been trying to change that. I need to get better on my portion sizes.
I understand completely! Most days I only eat one big meal because after that I don’t feel extremely hungry. And then when I start feeling a little annoyed or irritated that is when I eat a light snack. Plus, I used to eat supper fast when I was younger, but now I slow down with my meals and make sure I really need to eat more or if I’m just think I need to eat more.
The eating breakfast part was the first thing that got my attention as well. I never have time to eat breakfast. I work nights so its kind of hard because I’m trying to sleep in on most mornings. Then I don’t eat enough meals a day. I’m like you I probably eat once a day and that because I’m to busy and forget or I’m just not hungry.
This was one of the first things to get my attention also. I went years without eating breakfast because I was always running late and too busy (or at least that was my excuse). I have recently started eating oatmeal every morning in an effort to try to eat better.
I deal with either eating too much at one time or not eating enough but it’s important to have a healthy balance with breakfast to start off the day.
What if the person works out? How many meals should he/she eat then?
I have worked with several personal trainers and they have always told me to eat three meals and two snacks in between. If you do a workout it is best to do one of those snacks about 30 minutes after your workout and try to make the snack high in protein, like a protein shake. It’s great for the muscles and makes your appetite feel satisfied.
that is very true but it also depends on what you are trying to do if you are trying to gain weight then 5 whole meals is necessary.
I have developed of routine that is good for me! I am no trainer, but I usually workout about two hours a day and then eat a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It cures my hunger and it is high in protein!
I have heard this too. Seems really helpful to those who don’t know much about eating healthy if they don’t want to eat small meals every 3 hours like the video suggested.
I’m glad to hear that a trainer told you to eat snacks in between meals because I am now trying to incorporate that into my daily eating schedule. Also, I have a protein shake almost every morning.
When I use to heavily work out my personal trainer told me to eat tons of protein including three meals.
I never realized how important it was to make sure and eat breakfast every morning.
that’s a very good question, I share the same curiosity.
if you work out i was told eat 3 meals a day as the video says and do a snack every two hours that is no more than 100 calories.
The second video is very helpful for those that do eat healthy or are trying to change their eating habits, or are trying to eat helthier.
I agree I try to indulge less on sweets and share a meal with my husband when we go out to eat.
I agree with the eating 3 meals a day. The hard part for me and keeping my snacks under 100 calories.
I think if your working out you should still eat the 5 small meals and the 2 snacks that it says. I think your just going to make sure your drinking enough water since your going to be losing it from sweating. You don’t want to get dehydrated.
There is honestly no way I can incorporate 5 small meals and 2 snacks into my daily schedule. Working two jobs and going to school along with being a mother to two small children, it is very impractical for my lifestyle.
I agree. My issue is making sure I drink enough water throughout the day, but I have gotten better about keeping water with me.
Being a mom, working fulltime and going to school fulltime its definitely hard to eat small meals through out the day. I am what they consider a vending machine junkie. I try not to, but if I don’t eat from the vending machine, then I’m eating out and then if I’m really busy, I forget to eat all together.
This was a great question I thought of too as the video was going along.
Always staying hydrated during a workout is very important. Even when not working out it is important to get an efficient amount of water throughout your day.