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Let’s be real.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is no walk in the park.
Here are several yummy (and nutritious) foods to start eating every day.
Leafy greens
Spinach, kale, arugula, oh my!
To get even more nutrients, registered dietitian and physical therapist Rachel Cutts says darker greens reign supreme.
Bouvier is also a fan of nuts, specifically almonds.
“Almonds are an easy and portable snack that can be eaten everyday and anywhere,” she said.
Each serving also contains six grams of plant-based protein."
“Eggs are an amazing protein source,” said Bouvier.
She noted that one egg provides six grams of quality protein to your daily diet.
“Berries are an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants,” said Bouvier.
Chelsey Amer, a NYC-based registered dietitian and the creator ofC It Nutritionally, agrees.
“Plus, berries are sweet and delicious and so versatile.”
Avocado
Guacamole lovers, rejoice!
Your favorite taco night staple might not be so bad after all.
If you think oats are just for breakfast, think again.
Oily fish
Love yourself some seafood?
Pulses
Hummus lovers, rejoice.
“Pair your vegetables with hummus or add lentils to your favorite soup.”
Seeds
When I started eating healthier, one of the first changes I made was ditching croutons.
That’s why I was so excited when Schmitt told me seeds are one of her go-to food items.
Sweet potato
This versatile starchy vegetable tops the list of favorites for Amer.
Kelp
If you’ve never tried this seaweed, which is mostpopular in Asian countries,Dr.
Joel Kahn of theTrue Health Initiativesays you are missing out.
“The hype is real,” he told me via email.
“This protein-packed, sustainable, plant-based, gluten-free, zero-junk ingredient should be added to your repertoire.”
Dr. Kahn suggests using kelp noodles to replace lo mein or spaghetti for a healthier version of your favorites.
Chocolate
Eating chocolate every day?
That means, according to Kahn, 100 percent chocolate.
“Ditching sugar doesn’t have to mean breaking up with chocolate,” he said.
