Changing one’s diet is not easy – and this is often seen as synonymous with deprivation – but it is possible to eat well and tastefully
Chances are you’ve already thought that dieting just means eating “boring” meals, with foods you don’t really like. The result is a life where you simply miss out on the pleasure of eating. But you don’t have to go through such a dramatic story when it comes to food. Indeed, it is possible to make better food choices without losing the pleasure of eating.
THE MISTAKE IN CHANGING THE FOOD
It all starts, yes, with restrictive diets. And that’s why losing the pleasure of eating is a clear sign that something is wrong. According to the nutritionist Dr. Marcella Garcez the main mistake people make when changing their diet is limiting food groups and also not keeping the macro and micro nutrient intake in balance.
“The best way to make changes to your diet is to understand the exact purpose of changing your eating habits and to know the composition of foods that should be included in your diet, in order to make good choices and have correct replacement options,” he explains.
This is why, for the professional, there is no such thing as changing eating habits and losing the pleasure of eating. On the contrary.
“Eating well and healthily can include countless foods that provide pleasure and satiety,” she explains. “As well as the feeling of physical and emotional well-being, for the feeling of self-care and self-control.”
HOW TO MAKE FOOD CHANGES WITHOUT LOSING THE PLEASURE OF EATING?
Well, to make these changes, therefore, you need to follow some important steps.
Talk to a professional
To begin with, having the support of a trained professional, such as a nutritionist or nutritionist, is essential to making these changes in a healthy way, without loss of food quality and future nutrient and vitamin deficiencies.
Educate yourself little by little
Changes don’t have to be radical, after all radical changes don’t last. The best, according to Dr. Marcella, is to educate the palate to gradually experience the pleasure of consuming foods with an original flavor, without excessive additions of sugar, salt and fat, for example.
Develop food awareness
By the way, this is the best way to find the balance between eating what’s healthy and what you enjoy. It’s work that takes time and patience – something complex in the age of instant gratification – but it’s very rewarding. Only then will you be able to have common sense and moderation in eating everything, including your favorite foods. “Healthy eating is an investment in physical and mental health,” adds the doctor.
Understand the consequences of your diet
Another important point is to understand what happens to your body when you eat only what you like. It is very difficult to circumvent the biochemical consequences triggered by the sensation of pleasure that certain foods bring to the body and not succumb to the compulsion to continue eating, returning to a balanced eating habit.
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Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
