This post is Part 3 of 6 of Simple Living Series. Learn more about the series here.
I pick habits from this list one at a time then build them up. I try to incorporate fun in the kitchen this time instead of seeing it as a limiting place for me. I like taking notes on a food log of healthy stuff that I love to eat and makes me feel good & high energy, so I always remember to stock the pantry with them.
MY BEST NUTRITION PRACTICES LIST
- be aware of my hunger scale
- plan and prepare nourishing meals
- limit or eliminate processed foods
- strive not to eat more than the recommended sugar consumption per day
- rarely use caffeine as energy source
- be aware and manage my cravings
- chew food very well
- eat whole grains and greens
- drink lots of purified water
- bless my food before eating
- keep a food journal
- be aware of recommended eating guidelines
- avoid hormone-fed animal & dairy products
- nourish myself with smoothies & juices
- drink water (with or without lemon) upon rising
- detox or juice fast once a week/month/season
- try to maintain this ratio when eating: 80% alkaline foods, 20% acidic foods
- remember the Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen when shopping for organic fruits & vegetables
- get vitamins and minerals from natural food source
- aim to eat 3 hours before bedtime
- make my kitchen paperless by using reusable towels
- avoid weight-loss scams, fad diets and fitness gimmicks
- cook staples from scratch
- practice batch cooking
- learn and try new, healthy recipes regularly
- eat locally and seasonally
- make sure the foods in the kitchen are fresh and not past their expiry dates
- avoid sugar & high calories on my beverages
- keep my carb intake low
- eat mostly plant-based
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