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Stuck in a Rut?!

One of the most important steps toward achieving a healthy and satisfying lifestyle is eating whole food. This practice helps nourish your body and keep you full of vital nutrients. That said, most of us tend to eat the same healthy food week after week. This could be a sign that you're stuck with the same old favorites. It is easy to fall into a food rut during a pandemic. You may be struggling to find the right balance between making sure your kids are getting enough food and keeping up with your busy schedule. You may be prone to making the same dishes over and over again because it’s easy and you don’t have time to develop new recipes. Or, you might be stuck in a rut because you just can’t get inspired to make new dishes.


The good news is that it’s pretty easy to break out of it. Follow any bloggers or food bloggers and pick a recipe that you’ve been looking for but haven’t tried, or one that requires little or no ingredients. Do you love sandwiches? If so, then start spinning these things into healthy meal options. Next, find simple recipes that involve only a few basic techniques. Doing so will force you to look at the food in a different way. It will also make you think about the things that are already discounted. For $10, pick an unknown fruit or vegetable and try to cook it up with the help of a few simple instructions.


Take the rainbow to the next level, it can help you reach your goals and enhance your nutrient intake. The four main food groups you need to prepare for each position are protein, vegetables, smart carbohydrates, and healthy fats. If you typically eat spinach or arugula, consider Lacinato kale and Swiss chard, which have a similar micronutrient profile but are more earthiness. If you love bulgur or kamut, pick up different varieties.

Even if you eat it several times a week, you might still tire of the taste if you cook it the same way. Tofu is a versatile food that can be dressed up in many different ways. “It can be used in a variety of ways, so it's not too hard to think about,” says Feit.


You don't want to treat new players with the same disdain that you would treat your favorites. Get excited about food and discover new recipes instead of focusing on what you don't eat. “If you feel guilty or ashamed about how you look or feel about food choices, it doesn’t help your mental health,” Turilli said. We all have times where we feel like we’re in a rut. It’s important to step back and reflect on all the things that have happened this year.

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