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I Never Been A Fan Of Eating Healthy, Healthy Food Ideas?

I’ve NEVER ate healthy but I think I might need to start. Well my question is what are some healthy food ideas? The only foods that I know is healthy is fruit and vegetables. I know there is more to eating healthy than just fruit and vegetables. HELP!!!!!!!! What type of meat is good for being healthy? etc… Even exercise ideas will also be helpful. I have PCOS fyi

A:                        More often than not, many snacks contain processed sugars, saturated fats and minimal fibre.
The following guidelines will provide you with some pointers in choosing healthy snacks.

A:                   Drink lots of water
And also youghurt and muesli and all other sorts of nuts and things are healthy.
And also, you loose more calories eating celery than what is actually in the celery

A:                    Protein
Fish: Salmon, Tuna, Cod
Eggs
Chicken breasts
Cottage cheese
Milk protien isolates
Whey-casein blends
Lean Red Meat
Carbohydrates
Vegetables
Mixed beans
Low-GI fruits
Oatmeal/Oat bran
Mixed-grain bread
Small amounts of protein-enriched pasta
Fats
Flax oil
EPA/DHA
Olive oil
Mixed nuts (no peanuts)
Fish oil
These are foods to avoid at all costs:
Proteins
Fatty meats
Fatty dairy
Most lunch meat
Large amounts of milk
Large amounts of soy
Carbohydrates
Regular bread
Added sugar
Most cereals
Soda
Fruit juice
Bagels
Fruit bars
Candy
Fats
Margarine
Vegetable oil
Corn oil
Heated/fried oil
good luck!!

A:                 im the same! i pig out on fatty foods n chocolate but im tryin to stop!
instead of the chocs etc i have started to make my own fruit salad of banana, strawberries n grapes! im actually enjoying it more than the choc!
instead of fryin my meats (i hardly eat meat but when i do..) i grill or cook them in the oven so no oil is used.
for snacks i hav a low calorie cup a soup
i drink plenty of water
and lunch time i will be having a plate of pasta/rice so i’ll have energy for my walk/jog later on
avoid fastfood, sugary food and sodas (empty calories!)
go for a walk even if its just 10minutes 3times a day!
sry i dnu wat PCOS stands for :/
good luck n tc xx

A:                     if you cook, try not to fry your meat.
cooking meat in a light spray of pam and baking or grilling it is healthier
also try to buy lean meats and cut off any excess fat.
do you drink soda?
try having no soda for about a month, it makes a huge difference trust me.
i was so hooked on dr.pepper for the longest time, but i gave it up a month ago and my body definitely changed!
its little things like that, like miisy elliot cut out cupcakes and she lost alot of weight too.
so find your unhealthy binge and cut it out. just one item, then you can have a slow transition to healthier foods.

A:                    Excellent question. Its difficult to create an exact formula and say that this is what healthy eating is all about. Its individualistic and dependent on your age, gender, past medical history, genetic predisposition, etc.
However here are some general guidelines which are simple to follow :
1. Next time you have a meal, look carefully at your plate. Is 50% of the food fresh or partially cooked vegetables and fruit?
Remember 50% fresh fuit and veg : 25% carbohydrates (preferably low GI and low calories) : 25% protein (meat, soya, beans)
That is what a typical plate should look like. Its not the ideal health eating, fat busting habit but its a good start.
2. How will my food be prepared? Grilled, fried, baked, etc. I think you can figure out which is the healthier option so go for that cooking method.
3. Did I get sufficient fibre and water for the day? Many people drink a few ounces after eating a meal. That is not sufficient. You need a good fluid intake at regular intervals throughout the day. It will also assist with you not eating too much.
4. Do I really need to eat so much? Try not to watch TV while eating. You may eat more than you should. And do not serve large portions for yourself.
5. Did I have 3 to 5 meals today? Having more small meals will assist with regulating blood sugar levels and preventing fatigue. It also prevents you from bingeing on just one meal.
In terms of PCOS, avoid too many processed foods. Eat more fresh fruit and veg especially leafy green veg. Only have low GIB carbs. And ensure you are getting a good iron intake. You would probably find more info online.
Lean meat is always preferable and fish would be your best option. In a single sitting, never eat a piece of meat thats larger than your palm. Thats just a crude measure of what is an acceptable quantity per meal.
Don’t dive into a hectic workout schedule. Start off slow. The thing about getting proper exercise that is beneficial for your health is CONSISTENCY. So before you sign up at the gym, try to see if you have the interest to exercise frequently. Commit to something simple like a 2 mile walk at least 3 times a week on specific days. See if you can stick to it. If you really are consistent, then start up on a more rigorous routine at the gym, etc

A:                    It is obvious you are looking for a complete lifestyle change which is going to be hard at first but as long as you take your time & try to adjust over time you should have no problems. With regards to food ideas, I would say any fresh produce that can be cooked at home is the place to start. So what you do is go to your local supermarket & look for any produce like fruit, vegetables & meat that can be cooked at home & start preparing your meals. There are so many different varieties of food now available that it might be advisable to give google a search to see which ones are more healthy than others. After you have worked out your eating plan, you can then concentrate on what sort of exercise routine you will need. Now with any form of exercising you should start out slowly & then build yourself up over time. The best form of exercise to start with is simple walking. You will be surprised how beneficial a walk can be for the body, but again, start out doing short walks & then increase your pace & length of walk gradually. The most important thing when considering any life style change like this is that it wont work unless you are 100% totally committed to it, but having said that, you have started the process that will hopefully lead to you being a more healthy person. Good luck & remember you must be dedicated & determined to achieve your goals !