In today’s world, with so much to do and catch-up with, people hardly give serious thoughts to what to put in their mouths as food.
Majority of people grab whatever they can find along the way of their busy schedules, not minding the nutritional and health implications of their actions.
Back to my question, “What does it take to eat healthy?”
It actually can take some time to plan, purchase, and prepare a healthy meal. However, if you see it as a vital part of your life, you would apportion an ample time to what you consume on a daily basis.
If you are extremely busy, or do not have flare for cooking :), you would take a few minutes of your time to search for restaurants that cook organic foods, with organic and natural condiments, in a hygienic environment.
I know that it will be pretty difficult to find all the mentioned qualities in one restaurant. However, it isn’t impossible to find one.
If on the other hand you decide to prepare your meal, which I strongly advocate for, do so on weekends or the days your schedule is not too tight.
Make a list of the materials you need to prepare a week’s meal, go to a grocery store, make your purchases and prepare those delicious, nutritious, and healthy food.
Dish them into bowls, preferably glass wares or plastics that are heat compliant and store in your freezer.
You are not only getting the benefits of the food, but you are getting the benefits of standing for hours to make the meal; a form of physical activity which is also good for your health.
Another interesting thing about preparing your meal is that it costs less. You can save up to 20 percent of what you spend on junks when you buy and prepare real foods.
In summary, the time and energy taken to plan and prepare a healthy meal are worth stress when compared to the long term health risk of eating ultra processed, junk foods.
It’s better to pay now and play later, than to play now and pay later.
