Grains – the food group that plays a big role in the eating habits of millions of kids and adults around the world. Oatmeal, YUM! Crackers, YUM! Mashed potatoes, YUM! Toast, YUM! Cereal, YUM!
Sure, most moms always tell us that we need to eat our veggies too, but most moms also always serve some sort of grain for or with breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks as well – so grains have to be just as important as meats, fruits and veggies, right? Wrong.
But grains make up a hefty spot on the food pyramid so they must be healthy! Not necessarily, just because the government says it’s healthy, doesn’t mean it is.
But I need the fiber! Um, sorry…wrong again. You can get it elsewhere, like in a myriad of fruits, veggies, nuts and seeds .
So as you can see, the importance of grains in a diet is actually pretty much a tale spun by the American food industry and regurgitated by many unknowingly. That’s a tough pill to swallow, isn’t it?
It’s not to say that grains can’t be a part of a healthy lifestyle, but there is so much more to it than meets the innocent eye.
Health advocates around the world, especially those who follow a Grain-Free lifestyle, understand that grains can actually pose a great harm for some, leading to illness & disease. To learn more about grain-free meals and benefits, follow me on IG where I frequently post the juicy intel you want to be privy to!
Grains are so ingrained (cute, huh?) in our lifestyle, that for those that want to ditch the grains, find it so difficult to actually do it. So I want to share with you some of my tips for going grain-free.
Don’t go cold turkey and ditch the grains all at once.
Some can do this, but most people will quit all at once and then sabotage their efforts a few days later with a binge. To gradually incorporate this new lifestyle, you can first begin by ditching the unhealthiest grains (sugary cereal, fruit bars, rice, etc.) and instead opt for healthier versions (quinoa, buckwheat, etc.) Once you’ve done that, gradually cut done your portions of grains meal by meal until none exist in your diet.
Fill up on proteins, veggies and healthy fats.
If you eat plenty of these items, you’re not going to crave the grains as much because your nutrient needs will be satisfied, and you’ll feel fuller longer. For example, eat lots of fish, clean meats and veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, etc. Also, don’t forget to add the healthy fat to each meal – such as avocado, olive oil, coconut oil, nut butters, etc.
Don’t keep the grains in your house.
As they say – out of sight is out of mind. This holds true for the grains. If you don’t keep them in your house (after they’re gone for good), you’ll be more likely not to eat them.
Prepare meals in advance.
No matter what program you follow for your individual health, this tip has saved me so much time, patience, and sanity when I decided to change my lifestyle. Sticking to a meal plan at the beginning of each week and then shopping, and preparing the food all in the same day helps a ton. Prepping meals once a week prevents you from binging on grains when you’re hungry. Purchase glass containers and mason jars to store your food in the freezer after cooking, so you will be set in advance for those times when cooking is just not on top of the list of things-to-do for the day.
Indulge in scrumptious Grain-Free recipes.
Another nuisance that could prevent you from experiencing success with your new lifestyle choice is boredom. If you’re making the same chicken and broccoli every day, you’re going to get bored and revert back to your old lifestyle. Therefore, it’s so important to try out new recipes all the time. In my upcoming “Move Your Mojo – Groovin’ Without Grains” program, I provide over 50 mouthwatering Grain-Free-approved recipes for my clients to enjoy. You’ll be able to print out these recipes and then when you’re making your meal plan for the week, you can include various recipes each week.
Want to learn more about living Grain-Free? My Grain-Free program provides everything you need to adopt a Grain-Free lifestyle: Get in touch with me today and I will share the deets! This program is everything you can imagine and more! So stoked for it!
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