20 May How to Eat Healthy: A Guide for Beginners

In a world of 9-5, late hours and early mornings, fast and unhealthy food has become a popular lifestyle. 

The rise in certain diseases like cancer and diabetics results from our food. Remember the saying, “You are what you eat.” The food you eat has a significant impact on your health and quality of life. 

A study has shown that eating healthy can reduce the risks of developing heart diseases, diabetes, and cancer. A 2013 study also showed that a Mediterranean diet high in fiber and healthy plant foods and low in animal foods could prevent heart diseases.

For a beginner, it might seem difficult to eat healthily. First, you have to understand that eating healthy improves your life physically, mentally, and emotionally. It is a total package. Eating clean gives you a better chance of living a life free from diseases and getting to spend more time with your family. 

Here are some valuable tips to help a beginner eat healthily.

• Stop taking sugary drinks.

These drinks are addictive, and regular consumption exposes you to the risk of Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Instead of taking sugary drinks, go with healthy beverages or water. 

• Get rid of junk food. 

Trash all the junk food in your house, and stock your pantry and fridge with healthy food. Keep healthy snacks in your office and your pockets so you won’t be tempted to buy junk. 

• Increase your water intake to at least two liters a day. 

Water keeps you full, and you won’t be tempted to eat junk. 

• Eat more vegetables and fruits. 

Cut down on processed food. Instead, eat more vitamins, fiber, and minerals. 

• Take healthy smoothies. 

If you do not like eating vegetables, juice them. This way, you accomplish your aim of eating healthy. 

• Whole foods give wholeness

Eat whole foods most of the time. These are natural and unprocessed food. These foods are usually nutritious and healthy. 

• Use sugar alternatives. 

If you crave sugar, take options like honey and stevia, but sparingly. 

• Cut down on frying

Avoid frying your meals as they tend to be high in cholesterol. Cook your food with healthier methods like baking and grilling. 

With the life expectancy declining each decade, healthy eating is essential for our total well-being and longevity. 

At DonerG, our meals are delicious and nutritious, prepared with healthy methods and recipes. Our menu is filled with Mediterranean meals, which are not only healthy but have been proven to prevent certain diseases. 

We understand that eating healthy is essential. We have a diverse menu featuring vegetarian and gluten 

meals, such as Doner kebabs, Falafel, Fladenbrot, Pita sandwich, DonerG Hummus, DonerG Baba Ghanoush, Dolma, and drinks like our Organic juices and Kefir. 

We are a healthy and family-oriented restaurant to begin your healthy eating journey. You can place an order online or visit any of our stores near you.

At DonerG, we are committed to helping you on your journey to a healthier life.