When I first started doing my "Mommy Blog" someone asked me about how I got turned onto holistic nutrition and how they should start. I realize most of you will be all blah, organic food, gross. But we're all subject to our own opinions. I for one enjoy the new lifestyle I have created for myself. While Scott isn't exactly a fan and tends to do as he pleases, Mason and I eat organically and I also used to make baby food for Mason which I'll be sure to blog about as well later on. Here are a list of things to eat and not to eat
What To Eat;;
- Drink adequate amounts of purified water. At least 8 eight ounce glasses a day.
- Choose organic food. Avoid pesticides, herbicides, genetically modified foods, and irradiated foods.
- Choose whole grain foods. They carry more nutrition and fiber.
- Try to buy locally grown.
- Fatty acids are necessary for good health. Eat good fats in moderation but don't avoid fat all together.
- Eat raw and minimally processed whole living food. Foods in their natural state contain more nutrients and active enzymes.
- Eat a variety of nutrient-rich foods.
What To Avoid;;
- Eliminate refined sugars, high fructose corn syrup, and artificial sweeteners.
- Limit your salt intake to no more than 2300 mg a day
- Coffee and soda.
- Trans fat.
- Don't microwave food or beverages.
- Food additives such as artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, and MSG.
- Genetically Modified Foods
I also deal with a lot of herbs now as well (no, not pot) There are 5 herbs you should look into if you're looking into losing weight. They are; Ginger, Wheat Grass, Cayenne, Bitter Orange, and Green Tea Leaves.
Cayenne as long as being good for weight loss is also good for better blood circulation, blood pressure, ect.
Hope these few tips help. Happy eating everyone!
