HOW TO EAT HEALTHY WITHOUT STARVING?

Rules to eating well and being healthy

• • Rule No.1 – Don’t skip breakfast
    • A nutritious, well-balanced breakfast is important for energy
    • Starts the stomach juices flowing and jumpstarts the intestinal tract
    • Helps you burn calories
    • Gives you constant supply of energy through the day
  • Rule no 2 – Go high protein-low carb
    Carbs are high in sugar, while protein helps the body break down fat and turn it into energy. Eat plenty of protein rich-low carb foods like:-
    • Chicken and fish, preferably grilled or in curry
    • Dhals like sambhar
    • Channa as a snack or in gravy
    • Milk, preferably fortified and low fat
    • Eggs
    • Paneer
    • Curd
  • Rule no 3 – Choose healthy fats
    • Body needs fats for energy
    • Avoid saturated fats like red meat and dairy
    • Increase polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats like fish, nuts and seeds
    • Choose healthy oils like olive oil, coconut oil, rice bran oil and peanut oil
  • Rule no 4 – Avoid junk food
    • Contains unhealthy fats
    • Made up of mostly fried foods
    • Contains excess sodium
    • Contains unhealthy preservatives
    • Sodas are high in sugar
  • Rule no 5 – Eat more fibre
    • Fiber increases volume of your meal
    • Will keep you satisfied through the day
    • Helps in digestion and bowel movement
    • Helps slow down gastric emptying

Foods rich in fibre include:-

• • Whole grains
  • Leafy vegetables
  • Dry beans
  • Fruits
• Rule no 6 – Drink plenty of water
  • Water fills up the stomach
  • It keeps you hydrated
  • It has zero calories and no sugar
  • Thirst is often mistaken for hunger
  • A glass of water before a meal decreases the amount you eat