10 Ways to Eat Like a Dietitian

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We wish we had our own, personal dietitian who would follow us around all day and gently remind us of the foods we should be eating. Up til now, that hasn’t happened, so BettyConfidential has 10 ways to eat like a dietitian, straight from the (very healthy) horse’s mouth.

1. Eat a wholesome, hearty breakfast. Make it a habit to have whole-grain cereal, fresh berries, and skim milk for breakfast.

2. Buy what’s in season. Knowing which fruits and vegetables are in season will help you buy the freshest produce possible, which means that it has the most nutrients.

3. Ask when to shop. The next time you’re at the grocery store, ask when the produce is delivered. If you buy fruits and vegetables right away, you’ll have longer to eat them at home.

4. Sit down to eat. If you’re snacking while flying around the house doing chores, chances are you aren’t enjoying that snack too much. If you sit down to eat, you’ll be getting more satisfaction for the calories.

5. Only indulge when it’s worth it. If you’re just eating that doughnut because a co-worker brought in a box, you aren’t enjoying it enough for the calories it contains. Only eat treats that you really enjoy.

6. Spice up your meals. Spices like curry, garlic, chili powder, and ginger are full of antioxidants. They’ll also help add new life to old-yet-healthy favorites.

7. Twice a week, have some fish. Eating fatty fish like salmon or tuna fights inflammation. They’re also jam-packed with omega-3 fatty acids.

8. Don’t overeat. This one seems obvious, but how often do you find yourself eating past the point of comfort? Stop eating before you feel like you need to unbutton your pants.

9. Enlist your kids for help. Getting your kids to help you make healthy foods will get them started in the right direction when it comes to eating nutritiously.

10. Have multicolored meals. Eating bold-colored fruits and vegetables will give you the most boost of antioxidants.

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