Thursday, March 18, 2010

Problems Eating Healthy?

Why is it such an issue to eat properly and healthy? Is it the addiction and delicious taste that processed food gives making you unaware of the harm being done? Well Healthy eating comes with a little commitment and effort on your part. Yes it’s expensive to buy organic products from your local store or supermarket, But that’s where home cooked foods comes in. Remember all it takes is just a little research, effort, and creativity on your part to look and feel at your best. Push that 99 cent burger to the side and eat some convenient healthy home made meals that will satisfy your hunger instead of killing yourself with those three burgers that look so mouthwatering. Just give your mind to think and be creative plus creating your own dish is very innovative.
Why is Organic food more expensive than Junk food? Well we don’t really think about what we are paying for when we pay taxes but the truth of the matter is that we pay for extra money for that junk food you love through our taxes. No one realizes it but truthfully organic is worth the extra pay because of the simple fact that it’s completely natural, no pesticides, chemicals, or insecticides. I also understand that you are on a budget and organic food might be a bit to expensive for you. Some things to consider then trying to save currency and eat healthy deleting those processed foods are coupons. Whenever you get your hands on a supermarket menu or coupon book, try to search for healthy foods at a lower price which can save you a lot of money on your next visit to the store. Another tip is to never go shopping on an empty stomach because it gives you the tendency to buy more and spend money on unhealthy products loaded with calories. Also you might want to make a list of necessary foods that will be beneficial to your health so you can eliminate unneeded products. So basically just be aware of what you are buying and try to take advantage of the coupons on higher priced products. Go into the supermarket with a feel good attitude boosting your confidence as an escape from temptation toward addicting “scam” foods.
Homemade foods can help you save money also. Since it seems that protein products are the ones bankrupting us, Try deleting one meat meal from your diet a week. Some good substitutes for a day your not eating meat are Stir fry, Steamed vegetables, Potatoes, etc. Try to stay away from processed food as much as you can because it will benefit you in the long run. Also whenever you leave your house on a drive or so, pack a snack and bring it with you just in case you get the munchies. Packing a snack also saves you money and makes you think twice about buying a bag of chips or frequently approaching a drive-thru. Here’s a variety of healthy snacks to take into perspective when leaving your residence, trail mix, box of raisins, grapes, mixed fruit, seeds, nuts, etc. Maybe you might want to consider buying frozen instead of fresh fruit or vegetables because the essential nutrients and taste are held with for a longer period of time, Just store it in a freezer and use as a side alternative with any meal. Instead of eating a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich for breakfast, have some oatmeal with raisins Which is rich in fiber to go along with your healthy diet. It’s never too late to change your eating habits or substitute foods you like for a healthier selection.
Eating smart is not only beneficial for your health, It helps your body reserve more energy and be more alert at crucial times. Unlike a cheese burger, fries and a soda, your body is able to think more creatively and critically supplying stamina for longer periods of time. Processed and fast food when eaten tends to slow down the body so your unable function correctly, leaving you feeling tired and drouzy almost all the time which is absolutely unhealthy on a daily basis. I suggest following a regime that fits you and your likes including fruits, vegetables and a healthy diet excluding the wide variety of “Scam” foods. Creating a daily food regime also brings the creativity out of you separating necessary from unnecessary foods becoming a content individual uncontrolled and free of addiction from processed food companies. Then last but not least add a bit of exercise to your weekly routine such as biking, walking, jogging, jump rope, etc. Once that’s all included, your now a complete, content, confident, and healthy person who will definitely be proud of the progress he or her made 100% guarantee
For the topics discussed in this article like high prices on healthy food, Homemade alternate food choices, and eating smart are essentials to take accountability of so you don’t fall into the trap of obesity and a unhealthy lifestyle. One way Organic food can be affordable to you through your budget is from collecting and saving coupons on necessary items. Nothing is too expensive, it just takes a little bit of brain work to figure out a solution to any problem. So don’t put yourself down or degrade your body because of the way you look caused by obesity. It might be a sort of a challenge at first but after getting into the habit of eating healthy and changing your diet, all the hard work will pay off and you will be grateful you made that decision to better your life. A simple solution to eliminate processed food from your diet are other foods called alternatives. For Example, instead of drinking a soda to quench your thirst, substitute that with a glass of water. Everything is done mentally, you just have to think smart. Commitment and effort is the key to success.

2 comments:

  1. Hi, Brian,
    I think everything is good its really interesting. But just prof told to address somebody, like a student, a friend, or any person. So if start with words saying... "Dear----".

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  2. Anyways i can't find our other two group members. Were u able find them?

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