{"id":9034,"date":"2022-04-04T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/?p=9034"},"modified":"2022-04-05T09:46:45","modified_gmt":"2022-04-05T13:46:45","slug":"how-to-eat-healthier-in-2022-and-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/how-to-eat-healthier-in-2022-and-beyond\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Eat Healthier in 2022 and Beyond"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s common for the coming of the New Year to inspire reflections on your personal health, and more specifically on eating healthier. A recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/378105\/new-years-resolution\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">survey of 1,500 Americans conducted by Statista<\/a> found that nearly 40% of people made a New Year\u2019s resolution for 2021 that centered on improving their diet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking about making a positive change with what you eat in 2022, you\u2019re not alone! Like any other kind of resolution, there are a few simple practices you can follow to help you create achievable eating goals, avoid diet burnout, and sustain your healthy lifestyle into the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-healthy-eating-matters\">Why healthy eating matters&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy eating habits are a gift that keeps on giving. Your body will respond in numerous (and sometimes surprising!) ways to a continued diet of healthy foods. If you think of your body as a machine, and food as the fuel that powers it, it\u2019s easy to see what a difference quality food can make in overall performance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people have the basic understanding that healthy eating contributes to maintaining a healthy weight. But the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nutrition\/resources-publications\/benefits-of-healthy-eating.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a> make it abundantly clear that good eating habits are a fundamental aspect of human health and longevity. For example, you might not be aware that your diet directly impacts the health of your skin, teeth, and eyes. Other benefits of healthy eating include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers&nbsp;<\/li><li>Stronger bones&nbsp;<\/li><li>A boost to your immunity system&nbsp;<\/li><li>Better digestive system function&nbsp;<\/li><li>Improved muscle development&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a family, your healthy eating habits will have a strong influence on your children\u2019s diet, too. Children experience all the same benefits of healthy eating as adults, plus many advantages related to their growth, like healthy brain development.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, all of these physical improvements are sure to have a profoundly positive influence on your overall mental health.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1120\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/salmon-plate_healthy-eating-1120x630.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/salmon-plate_healthy-eating-1120x630.jpg 1120w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/salmon-plate_healthy-eating-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/salmon-plate_healthy-eating-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/salmon-plate_healthy-eating-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/salmon-plate_healthy-eating-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1120px) 100vw, 1120px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-simple-ways-to-eat-healthier-and-stick-to-your-plan\">Simple ways to eat healthier and stick to your plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy diets come in all shapes and sizes. They vary from person to person because everyone has different needs. Here are just a few starting points you can adapt to fit your goals:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-some-research-on-healthy-meals-and-diets\">Do some research on healthy meals and diets&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Saying you\u2019re going to eat healthier is one thing, but figuring out <em>how <\/em>you\u2019re going to eat healthier is the most important first step. If you want to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet, you could look up different kinds of salads that sound appealing to you, or even vegetable pasta alternatives like spaghetti squash. If you\u2019re trying to cut out certain foods like chocolate, you could research how to satisfy that chocolate craving with avocados, nuts, and healthy fats, such as olive oil.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-set-realistic-expectations-and-achievable-goals\">Set realistic expectations and achievable goals&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the building blocks of any sustainable lifestyle change. If your goal is to get a six-pack by February, you\u2019re going to have a bad time, and probably struggle to stay motivated. Instead, focus on small steps, like limiting your ice cream intake to once a week or packing a nutritious lunch for work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keep-a-food-diary\">Keep a food diary&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It may feel unfamiliar and tedious at first, but logging everything you eat for future reference can really put into perspective where your biggest eating challenges lie.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cook-at-home-more-frequently\">Cook at home more frequently&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you order takeout, it\u2019s much more difficult to know exactly what\u2019s going into your meal. This can be a big obstacle if you\u2019re trying to limit your sodium or sugar intake. Plus, portion control is harder to manage when a restaurant is deciding the size of each dish.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-do-it-alone\">Don\u2019t do it alone&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People who take part in a shared public goal often <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/popular-new-years-resolutions-and-how-to-stick-with-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">perform better in their New Year\u2019s resolutions<\/a>. When making a big change to your eating habits, having a community that understands you, supports you, and holds you accountable is a recipe (pardon the pun) for success.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Meetup, you can learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/portland-cooking-meetup-group\/events\/281981444\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cook healthy meals from the Maghreb region of Africa<\/a>, learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/North-End-Foodie-Book-Club\/events\/281069486\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Eat Like A Fish <\/em>by reading Bren Smith\u2019s groundbreaking book<\/a>, attend a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/vegetarians\/events\/282199790\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">full-course vegan dinner designed by a certified nutritionist<\/a>, join a group of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/letsgethealthy\/events\/282430854\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> comrades giving up alcohol for the month of January<\/a>, and so much more. If you have a special idea for how to achieve healthy eating and you want to invite others to join your nutrition journey, you can easily <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/lp\/health-and-wellness-goals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create your own Meetup group<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\"><p>You\u2019re not alone\u2014millions of people want to eat better this year. 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