Every single time I have surgery, the only thing I can make for myself is breakfast. Probably because all I need to do is take frozen fruit greek yogurt. The rest has to be takeout. Not only is it not the best option, Takeout food can be convenient and quick, but relying on it regularly may not be the best option for maintaining a healthy and balanced diet. While takeout food is often marketed as a convenient and affordable option, it can be loaded with excess calories, unhealthy fats, and sodium.
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People with disabilities may find it more difficult to fight their cravings because it is not easy to walk away from something. We do not have the time, energy, or ability to prepare healthy meals, and our medications may lead to weight gain. Some of us may have difficulty chewing or swallowing.
Some of us have difficulty reaching items on the shelves that are considered hard to reach; some of us may have difficulty chopping food or cooking fresh ingredients. As a result, our cravings are a lot of the time an exception because we end up ordering take-out or fast food because being healthy; is sometimes difficult. I hear you. I really do.
Read MoreHaving Healthy foods forces you to lead you to a healthy lifestyle. By keeping junk food in your house tempts you to eat that food. But keeping healthy foods and healthy alternatives in your home is a step towards transforming your life. Of course, adding a few snacks to your pantry is okay too, but I have found when leaving high sugar, artificial items in your pantry allow you to gravitate right towards them. I like to stick to a clean diet when stocking up on things. The foods listed are good staples, that will help you nourish your body… but remember to not focus just on these foods; you need your carbs and fats too!
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I have an addiction - to coffee. I am often way to jittery for a 18 year old. However, on long school days, coffee really helps me. Coffee gives me a little jolt of energy, especially on an empty stomach. Along with the energy, coffee does have a lot of benefits. To be clear, I am not talking about the caramel macchiato from Starbucks. Although that is good for your soul, it is not really good for your body. I’m talking about the real coffee, black with a lil’ splash of almond milk (or black if you dare).
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Ever wonder exactly how much fruit you should be eating a day? Or maybe how much fruit you CAN eat in a day? Fruits and veggies are certainly more than half of my diet. I am not a savory kind of girl, so I do eat a lot of fruit. I also am not a big fan of heavy carbs, like potatoes or bread. So fruit and veggies are my go to. The good thing is, fruit also has many benefits, including helping you fight off diseases (because we don’t need any more!) like heart disease, stroke, and cancer.
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I am always conscious about what I eat and how much I eat, because I do not want to revert back to my unhealthy eating patterns. I am too hard on myself, and I would never want you to do that. If you are craving some snacks, snack a little bit. That’s not cheating. That is called being human. Just remember, portions are very important. But if others are making smores one night, don’t sit there and not make smores! Have one! But don’t resort to the mindset of, “well, I already messed up my diet so who cares now,” and have five! That is what hurts you. Live your life. If you are craving something, have it. Maybe even try a healthy alternative for a dessert.
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