Food For Thought

The Official Healthy Food Now Blog


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Breadstick Dilemma

Coach Caroline, 11/10/2015

No matter how long we stick to a healthy diet, we can still be tempted by unhealthy, fattening foods. These are some of the tools I use to ensure I am mindful of what I eat and make healthy decisions.

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Healthy Food Habits

Coach Caroline, 11/02/2015

You’ve probably heard it said—and have undoubtedly experienced for yourself—that habits are hard to break. Here are two healthy food habits that can take you a long way in your pursuit of a nutrient-dense diet style.

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Young Nutritarian in a SAD World

Young Nutritarian in a SAD World

Sean Baron, 10/28/2015

I transitioned to a plant-based diet 5 years ago. At first it took some getting used to, but now I look forward to every meal because I genuinely enjoy the food, and after I eat I feel great!

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You Need Help to Change Your Diet

Coach Caroline, 10/26/2015

Many of us buy into the belief that we have to live around highly stimulating and addictive foods and somehow learn to NOT eat them. But it's extremely difficult to consistently resist bad food sitting in plain sight. What to do?

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Plan, Plan, Plan

Coach Caroline, 10/19/2015

Formulating a food plan is important, but preparing for various and numerous roadblocks (like free samples!) is a crucial element of a lasting healthy diet. Here are some tools that will gradually make healthy eating much easier.

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Squeeze More Vitamin D Into Your Diet Plan and Keep Depression at Bay

Squeeze More Vitamin D Into Your Diet Plan and Keep Depression at Bay

Eric Baron, 10/14/2015

Creating a diet plan that supplements Vitamin D is crucial to your overall health. Not only can it keep you from getting depressed, it also builds strong bones, promotes healing, and boosts your immune system.

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Change Your Diet By First Changing Your Behavior

Coach Caroline, 10/13/2015

I frequently reiterate to my clients that I don’t care what they eat. I have to remind them that sticking with habits that will allow them to make healthy food choices for the rest of their life is what is important.

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Plant Strong for a Strong You

Plant Strong for a Strong You

Rommy Driks, 10/08/2015

With plant strong eating, every bite benefits your body. Plant-based diets keep your body well supplied with an army of nutrients that can slow down or even reverse the onslaught of chronic illness.

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To Change Your Diet, Eat What You Want

Coach Caroline, 10/06/2015

Utilizing the following tools will make it much easier to begin eating healthier when you are ready. If you follow these steps, you’ll be able to adopt a lasting nutrient-dense diet style.

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Sugar: Help! It’s Everywhere!

Sugar, Sugar…Help! It’s Everywhere!

Coach Melanie, 09/30/2015

Food engineers work with food manufacturers to addict consumers to their foods, namely ones with salt, sugar, and oil. They alter taste, color, smell, and packaging until they find just the right combination that keeps you coming back for more.

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