Wellness comes in all shapes and sizes. Whether you live a keto lifestyle, follow a plant-based approach, or fall somewhere in between, it’s important to develop healthy habits that work for you and your household. This year, the theme for National Nutrition Month is Personalize Your Plate, which is the perfect way to honor our individual goals and preferences while still making informed choices.
To celebrate this month (and all year long!), the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has four helpful tips to Personalize Your Plate.
- Eat a variety of nutritious foods every day.
For a boost of nutrition, include healthy foods from all food groups in your diet. When shopping, a good rule of thumb is to shop around the perimeter of the grocery store, focusing on mostly unprocessed foods like fruits and veggies. When you do purchase packaged foods, be sure to read the ingredients carefully. Many of these foods have hidden sugars and other unhealthy ingredients you can avoid if you spend a little extra time reading the labels! There are countless benefits to eating locally-sourced, in-season foods. For a full list of in-season produce in Florida, click here. - Plan your meals each week.
Meal planning is the perfect way to set yourself up for success. Not only will a meal plan give you an easy answer to the age old question of “What should I eat for dinner?” but it will also help you save money and eliminate food waste in the long run. When creating that meal plan, try to factor in any meals out that may take place, and think about easy on-the-go meals that can be packed for work or school. Check out this round-up of paleo lunchbox ideas for some meal prep inspiration! - Learn skills to create tasty meals.
Make sure your pantry is stocked with the essentials, such as healthy cooking oils, legumes, grains, spices or other ingredients that may pop up in your favorite recipes. Try new flavors and foods to add variety into your life, and remember that nutrition and flavor do not have to be mutually exclusive. Visit Kale Junkie, Oh She Glows, or Joyful Goodness for delicious and allergen friendly recipes. An easy way to add variety into your diet is to color your plate – or, in other words, eat the rainbow. Try to consume fruits and veggies with as many colors as possible for an easy boost of nutrients. - Consult a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
By consulting with a professional, you can receive even more personalized advice to create a game plan that meets your needs and goals. Many Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are specialized to help you transform your life and mindset around food.
As Hippocrates once said, “Let food be thy medicine.” While health and wellness look different for each of us, we can all take steps to heal our bodies by feeding ourselves high-quality, nutrient-dense foods. Consider trying out one of these four steps each week in March, or feel free test them all out at once!
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