4 Healthy Eating Habits


by Lauren B. Wallace - Date: 2008-10-20 - Word Count: 304 Share This!

When it comes down to losing weight or keeping weight off, healthy eating habits are key. We can spend hours upon hours exercising, but if our diet is poor we will still gain weight. That is why healthy eating habits are absolutely crucial. Learning these habits early on in life will help us lead a healthy lifestyle. A healthy diet equals an improvement in energy, proper nutrition for the body, and the right stimulation for the mind. Here are a few steps to improve your health through proper nutrition.


Step number one is "eating a healthy breakfast." I'm sure everyone has heard that "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." This is a fact. Breakfast provides you with the proper nutrition and energy for the day. If you chose to skip this morning meal you will most likely overeat during lunch due to starvation or you will end up snacking most of the morning. The second healthy eating habit is the "consumption of 5 small meals throughout the day." When it comes down to food, portion control is key. Eating small meals throughout the day equals less chance for snacking and an improvement in digestion. When you eat large meals, you body has to work extra hard to digest the excess food. Small meals mean quick digestion and fewer calories stored.


Another healthy eating habit is "staying away from sugar." This idea needs no further explanation. Instead of consuming sugar and calorie laden foods you should "incorporate more fiber into your diet." Fruit and vegetables are rich in fiber and they can also satisfy your sweet tooth when needed. It is also wise to include fiber into every meal as it will help you feel full for longer periods of time. These are 4 healthy eating habits that everyone should follow.


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Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition.
Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies for antidepressants,
diet pills, and hoodia gordonii.

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