By Patrick Cahillane – Life, Executive and Business Coach with One Source International Coaching and Training & Founder of The One Source Personal Development Network
Small changes can often lead to big results, especially when it comes to making changes to your diet. While it may be tempting to try drastic diets or extreme measures to see fast results, these changes are often unsustainable and can even be harmful to your health. Instead, making small changes to your diet over time can lead to big improvements in your overall health and well-being.
One of the easiest ways to make small changes to your diet is to focus on portion control. This means controlling the amount of food you consume at each meal, rather than restricting certain foods or food groups. By simply reducing your portion sizes, you can decrease your overall caloric intake without feeling deprived.
Another small change you can make to your diet is to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your meals. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibre, which are all important for maintaining a healthy body. They can also help you feel fuller for longer, which can help you avoid overeating and make it easier to maintain a healthy weight.
To start incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet, try adding a side of salad or roasted vegetables to your meals. You can also try swapping out processed snacks for fresh fruit or veggie sticks. Over time, you may find that you naturally start craving more fruits and vegetables and have less of a taste for unhealthy snacks.
Try switching to whole grains if you haven’t already done so. Whole grains are a healthier option than refined grains because they contain more fibre, vitamins, and minerals. They can also help you feel fuller for longer, which can help you avoid overeating and make it easier to maintain a healthy weight.
To start incorporating more whole grains into your diet, try swapping out white bread, pasta, and rice for whole-grain versions. You can also try adding whole-grain options like quinoa, brown rice, or barley to your meals.
Finally, be sure to keep an eye on your hydration levels. Drinking more water has so many health benefits and can help you lose weight.