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Healthy Eating Step by Step

Having a healthy diet doesn't mean following strict diets or eliminating food groups, but learning to nourish the body in a balanced and conscious way. Next, we present 8 practical steps to help you improve your eating habits and take care of your health day by day.

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Step 1:

Eat more fruits and vegetables

Incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables into your daily meals. They are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, which strengthen your immune system and help prevent illnesses. Including them in all your meals is an easy and delicious way to improve your eating habits.

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Step 2:

Hydrate properly

Drinking enough water throughout the day is essential for your body to function properly. Hydration helps regulate body temperature, eliminate toxins, and maintain your energy. Always having a water bottle on hand can help you maintain a consistent and sufficient intake throughout the day.

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Step 3:

Reduce added sugar intake

Excess sugar can increase the risk of diseases such as diabetes and obesity. Reading labels will help you identify products with high added sugar content. A palate less accustomed to sugar can enjoy the true flavors of foods more.

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Step 4:

Choose whole foods

Whole grains provide more fiber and nutrients than refined grains. They help digestion, keep you full longer, and maintain stable blood sugar levels. Replacing white rice with brown rice, white bread with whole grain bread, or sugary cereals with natural oats are small changes that offer significant long-term benefits.

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Step 5:

Moderate salt intake

Consuming too much salt can raise blood pressure, cause fluid retention, and harm your health in the long term. Cook with less salt and use herbs, spices, or lemon to add flavor without overdoing the sodium. Although the body needs sodium to function properly, most people consume much more than necessary, especially through processed foods.

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Step 6:

Plan your meals

Organizing your weekly meals helps you eat better, avoid improvisation, and reduce fast food consumption. It allows you to save time and money while choosing healthier options. Including variety and scheduling also helps maintain stable energy levels and prevent constant snacking.

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Step 7:

Eat with calm and purpose

Learn to recognize when you're hungry and when you're full. Eating without distractions and at a relaxed pace improves digestion and prevents overeating. Respecting your internal rhythm helps avoid eating out of anxiety or boredom and promotes a more positive relationship with food.

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Step 8:

Enjoy what you eat

Eating healthy doesn't mean giving up enjoyment. Nutrition should also be pleasurable, varied, and tailored to you. Balance is more important than perfection. Incorporating your favorite foods in more nutritious versions or during special moments is part of a realistic, sustainable, and happy diet.

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It is recommended to consume at least five servings daily. You can choose them fresh, steamed, roasted, or mashed, avoiding fried foods or excess sauces.

Avoid eating in front of screens or standing. Breathe, chew well, and observe how you feel before repeating a plate or continuing to eat out of habit.

Look for labels where the first ingredient is "whole grain" or "whole". Avoid those labeled “multigrain” unless they are truly whole grain.

Check the labels: products like processed meats, instant soups, and snacks often contain high amounts of salt. Try using lemon, garlic, or turmeric to add flavor.

Avoid candies, sodas, industrial pastries, and sugary cereals. Prefer whole fruits, plain yogurts without sugar, or homemade jams.

The ideal is to drink between 6 and 8 glasses of water a day, more if you exercise or it's hot. Unsweetened infusions and fruits like watermelon also help.

Allow yourself to enjoy an occasional dessert or a special meal without guilt. The key is in the frequency, not perfection.

Dedicate a moment over the weekend to plan your menu. Make a shopping list based on that plan and try cooking double portions to have meals ready for several days.