balanced nutrition

Every March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates National Nutrition Month®.  This year’s theme is “Go Further with Food” .  The Academy is highlighting how planning meals and snacks with real food ahead of time helps you to eat more healthy.  I can’t agree more.  Meal planning is key to a healthy diet.

In today’s busy world, many people think that the latest cleanse or shake is the way to get healthy.  In my opinion, it is real food that gets you healthy.  When you eat correct portion sizes with balanced combinations of complex carbs (whole grains, fruits, and veggies), lean protein (low-fat dairy, lean meats, fish, shellfish, and beans) and heart healthy fats (oils, nuts, and seeds), you will see a decrease in food cravings for sweets and other junk foods. This is why meal planning is so important. (more…)