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Written by Jennifer Smith, RD, LD, CDE
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- Do you struggle to eat vegetables every day?
- Buy large bags of fresh veggies once a week and keep them cut up in the refrigerator. The easier it is to have items to grab, the more likely you are to choose them over unhealthy alternatives.
- For quick vegetables with meals try the steamer bags of frozen veggies available in any grocery store.
- Are you unsure how to eat more whole grains?
- Look for products made from whole grains which are listed as the first five ingredients on the food label.
- Read food labels for Dietary fiber and try to choose those with greater than 5 grams per serving. <!--[endif]-->
- Do you keep a food log or journal?
- When you write down what you eat daily along with amounts it helps you make healthy choices more often.
- Include how you feel when you eat a meal or snack. This helps you identify unhealthy behaviors related to stress, etc. and not related to actual hunger.
- Are you counting Carbohydrates as accurately as possible?
- Use the food label when available
- Buy a food scale (Salter brand nutritional kitchen scale or the Eat Smart scale are great!)
- Use your measuring cups – many times our eyes deceive us!
- Are you using the Gym membership you pay for each month?
- Try a new class, add weights or resistance training
- Try a Yoga or Pilates for stress release and toning.
- Are you eating breakfast every day?
- This is one of the best ways to manage not only BG but weight.
- Try the following recipe for a kickstart to your day with energy and a good BG!
- Greek Yogurt with Berries and nuts
- 1 cup 0% Greek Yogurt (any kind)
- 1 cup berries of your choice (blueberries have great antioxidants)
- 2 – 3 Tbsp. chopped English Walnuts
- 1 Tbsp. Ground Flax
- Mix all ingredients together and add a little cinnamon and sweetener of your choice. Enjoy!
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