How to set up a healthy diet with ease?

What is a healthy diet?

A healthy diet is the basis of a healthy life. It promotes performance and well-being and provides the body with what it needs. Since every person is different and every body has different nutritional needs different , there is no general recommendation for a healthy diet. The following tips will help you make your diet healthier and thus have a major impact on your physical health and performance.

Eat healthy and lose weight

Good nutrition is essential for both weight loss and muscle building. Ultimately, these goals are all about calorie balance. Without a calorie surplus or calorie deficit, you will not be able to gain or lose weight. So let you determine your needs  calories  in a calorie calculator . We recommend a moderate calorie deficit of 300-500 calories for successful long-term weight loss.

With a  balanced diet , you make sure your body gets all the nutrients it needs , even in the event of a caloric deficit.

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Healthy eating: 10 tips

There are rules that facilitate the establishment of a healthy diet. In the following we give you 10 tips for your daily life based on this.

Tip 1: Enjoy the variety of foods

No food contains all the nutrients you need. A healthy diet must therefore be varied in order to feed the body optimally. A combination of low-energy, nutrient-dense foods, such as vegetables and whole grain products , is ideal .

Benefits of plant foods:

• No cholesterol
• High fiber content
• Provide minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals

Disadvantages of animal foods:

• Deliver cholesterol
• High proportion of saturated fatty acids
• Contains purines

For this reason, plant-based foods should be used primarily. For a healthy diet, foods of animal origin should only be included to a lesser extent in the nutritional plan. Fats, oils and foods high in sugar should be eaten sparingly.

Tip 2: Eat as natural and unprocessed as possible

A healthy diet should consist of only a minimal amount of processed foods. Even when shopping, fresh products can preferably end up in the basket.

Healthier alternatives to processed foods:

• Dried fruits instead of confectionery
• Homemade dishes made with fresh ingredients instead of ready-made products
• Freshly squeezed juices instead of sugary supermarket products

Those who prepare their own meals from fresh, unprocessed ingredients have control over what is included. The less pre-cooked or processed they are, the healthier they are generally.

Delicious protein replenishment: 30g protein in 100g peanut butter

Unprocessed alternatives, such as pure organic peanut butter without additives, should therefore be used more often. Peanut butter is especially delicious on protein bread  with bananas. The best thing about it? There is a total of 30g of protein in 100g of peanut butter. Curious?

Tip 3: Grain products and potatoes provide many nutrients

Grain products and potatoes are rich in vitamins, complex carbohydrates and minerals. When choosing grain products, use whole grain products , because they contain the most healthy ingredients. Rye and spelled are particularly suitable.

Whole grain products contain a lot of  fibers  , of which at least 30 g should be consumed per day . Whole grain products should therefore be consumed several times a day, if possible in combination with low-fat ingredients. If you have to eat gluten-free because of an intolerance, you can use cereals such as millet, corn and buckwheat. Common types of grains like wheat, rye, and spelled are high in gluten.

Tip 4: Five servings of fruits and vegetables a day

A healthy diet includes at least 3 servings of vegetables and 2 servings of fruit each day. They contain many important vitamins and phytochemicals . In order to preserve it, it should be eaten fresh as much as possible or only cooked very briefly. Fruits and vegetables can ideally complement your healthy diet as an accompaniment to main meals. They can also be easily integrated into the nutritional plan as a snack between meals. In particular, the B vitamins 2, 6 and 12 play an important role in your physical and mental well-being. In our article you will find out what effect vitamin B12  and why the vitamin is especially important in a vegan diet. 

Tip: try to eat a handful of fruits or vegetables at each meal. Eat your muesli with an apple in the morning or prepare raw vegetables to take away. Homemade juices and smoothies also offer delicious variety.

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Tip 5: Animal products & dairy products in the right quantities

In principle, animal products should be consumed in smaller quantities than plant products. However, they shouldn't be completely absent from a healthy diet, as they provide important minerals such as calcium and iron, as well as high-quality protein.

Milk and dairy products should therefore be part of the daily menu of a healthy diet. Meat, sausages and eggs, on the other hand, should only be eaten in moderation, as they also contain a lot of fats, purines and cholesterol. Fish, on the other hand, should be on the diet 1-2 times a week due to its high content of healthy fatty acids.

Animal products that complement a healthy diet:

• Skimmed milk and dairy products
• fish
• Low-fat meats (eg poultry)

Animal products to be consumed in moderation:

• Fatty sausage (e.g. salami)
• Meats high in fat (eg pork)
• bacon

Tip 6: choose the right fats

Fats provide a lot of energy and promote obesity and cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it is particularly important in a healthy diet to use the good fats. Vegetable fats and oils should be preferred. They provide polyunsaturated fatty acids and omega 3 fatty acids that the body cannot make on its own. Trans fats, on the other hand, should be avoided. Due to their special chemical makeup, these have a negative effect on blood lipid levels and are considered a contributing cause of heart disease. They are mainly found in fried products and many cooked dishes. Watch out for “hidden” fats: There are often more fats in confectionery, baked goods, and finished goods than you might think. High-fat foods that support healthy eating include avocados, nuts, and fish.

Tip 7: Avoid the sugar trap

Sugar, as well as foods and drinks high in sugar, should only be consumed in small amounts. Sugar provides so-called "empty" calories because it contains virtually no nutrients. Additionally, sugar causes blood sugar to fluctuate wildly, which can promote food cravings. Sweeteners like steviol glycosides are a good alternative to sugar in a healthy diet. Steviol glycosides, a purified extract from the stevia plant  , have no calories.

Tip 8: Adequate hydration

Adequate hydration is essential for health and a healthy diet. At least 1.5 to 2 liters should be drank daily . For active people, the fluid requirement is at least 3 liters. Water and other low-calorie, unsweetened beverages are best. Sugary sodas and alcohol should be avoided as much as possible in a healthy diet.

Tip 9: gentle preparation

The type of preparation also plays an important role in a healthy diet. Many nutrients are very heat sensitive. Food should therefore be cooked as briefly as possible and at a low temperature. in little fat or water. This protects the nutrients, prevents the formation of harmful compounds and also preserves the natural taste.

Tip 10: take your time and enjoy

A healthy diet also includes a healthy eating rhythm. Those who eat in between or in a hurry usually eat a lot more. Because saturation only occurs after a few minutes. Therefore, it is better to take a little longer for meals, chew well and enjoy.

I hope these tips have helped you and that you now know how to improve your diet.

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