We all want to be healthy.
We want to look good in our clothes.
We want to feel strong and full of energy.
The entire thing is exhausting, often discouraging us from seeking out a healthier lifestyle before we even start.
Luckily, eating healthier might actually be a lot simpler than we think.
That’s why Rebecca Lewis, in-house dietitian atHelloFresh, suggests swapping out this fatty topping for Greek yogurt.
“Greek yogurt has less calories and fat than sour cream,” she told me.
“Nuts give the desired texture and crunch that you’d want from croutons,” she said.
Lunch salads will never be the same.
Avocados
For many of us, sandwiches and wraps are a go-to lunch option.
Instead, Lewis suggests trying avocado.
“Avocados also have more fiber than any other fruit or vegetable.”
Amer says to consider lentils.
Pea protein for eggs
Like lentils, peas are another wonderful source of plant-based protein.
Pea protein can also be a plant-based alternative to eggs.
“This makes our mayo both egg-free and soy-free.
And it tastes just as good, if not better, than conventional mayonnaise.”
All it takes is a little creativity.
Plus, dates contain fiber, which benefits your heart and digestive health and boosts satiety."
It’s also a great dairy-free, plant-based alternative to butter, according to Hendon.
“And those are the aspects of dairy products that often cause people digestive or inflammatory problems.”
They’re also the reason why some people just can’t seem to lose weight.
Cauliflower also makes a great wheat-free pizza crust, like inthis recipe by Food data pipe’s Katie Lee.
In fact, one of AlTai’s favorite healthy swaps is replacing cereal with overnight oats.
“The majority of cereals are heavily processed and loaded with sugar and carbohydrates.
They’re usually the enemy of weight loss, good energy, and optimal performance,” she said. "
Bananas for ice cream
Ice cream is one of life’s simple pleasures.
Unfortunately, it doesn’t really help anyone who’s trying to adopt healthier eating habits.
To fill the void, AlTai suggests making your own “nice cream” using frozen bananas.
What’s even better is that it’s actually quite simple, explains Lewis.
“Carbs aren’t bad, fat isn’t the enemy, and you could eat sugar.
It really is all about balance and portion control.”
