One of the main reasons most people do not eat healthy foods is because they think they are tasteless.
The point is, if you think healthy food is boring, tasteless, and disgusting, then you are definitely not doing the right thing. Just because something is good for your body does not necessarily mean that it should leave you unsatisfied. There are many ideas and suggestions on the internet on how to eat healthily without sacrificing taste. Here are some of them on how to make healthy food delicious:
1. Try new alternatives
The healthy food market has changed a lot in recent years. Eating right has become fashionable and so there are now many healthy alternatives and many new products. The next time you find yourself in an organic store (if you have never been to one, you should), take a look at the various options available. There are now healthy versions of many foods that are considered basically unhealthy. Why not try them? You may be surprised by the taste!
2. Use spices
Do you think that what is good for your health is tasteless and boring? Myth. A smart way to add flavor without increasing fat or calories is with spices. Salt is not the only spice you can add to your food. Try experimenting with different flavors until you find the ones that satisfy you. Fresh herbs are another way to achieve the same result. In addition, many herbs are good for your health.
3. Fruit
If you have a craving for something sweet, fruit is a great way to get your “dose” without giving in to sweets and chocolates. Instead of your afternoon dessert, try eating an apple or a banana. If you think that a simple fruit will not satisfy you, then you can try coating the fruit with cocoa or melted dark chocolate. You can add fruit to the main meal, making the meal sweet and sour. It may regulate your craving for sweets during the day.
Another idea is to make a smoothie. The general rule for two servings is:
- 2 bananas
- 2 cups of frozen fruit (usually we put strawberries)
- 3 tbsp. honey
- a little vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of yogurt
- 1/4 cup of milk
You get a lot of benefits from this drink plus it has the taste of milkshake and you won’t have a craving afterwards.
4. Make your own meals
It has become so easy to buy pre-cooked, frozen or canned food. The problem is that convenience is not necessarily healthy. And in fact, those foods that are labeled as healthy do not have such a nice taste. We are more likely to have healthy and tasty food if we make it ourselves. If, however, there is no time, then try to get organized from the beginning of the week by making some meals and putting them in the freezer. This way you will have the convenience of frozen food without being tasteless and of questionable quality.
Therefore, do not fall victim to the misconception that diet food is tasteless. You can eat foods that are good for your body and at the same time have a nice taste. But all you have to do is search and experiment a little!