Health and wholefood trends have been on the rise in recent years, with more and more people looking for foods that are good for their health as well as their taste buds. There has been a marked shift from processed, store-bought products to organic, nutrient-dense elements found in nature.
This trend is no surprise; research into diet and nutrition suggests that consuming minimally processed wholefoods is one of the best ways to maintain optimum physical health. In fact, scientific studies suggest that diets rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes and other plant-based fare can reduce the risk of many diseases including Type 2 diabetes, cancer and heart disease (1). Furthermore, whole grains provide antioxidants like selenium which may help protect against metabolic syndrome (2).
For those who would like to jump onto these health bands but don’t quite know how or where to start – don’t worry! There are plenty of resources available online to guide you through the basics. A quick search should bring up blogs dedicated solely on this topic such as ‘Whole Foods & Health’ by Saffron Spike (3), ‘Growing Nourishment’ by Rachael Moncrieff (4) or Healthy Life Habits blog run by Nina Mironovskaya (5). All offer valuable insight into healthy eating habits while providing delicious recipes that pack a nutritional punch.
Ultimately, it’s important to remember that everyone’s dietary needs will vary depending on lifestyle choices so always tailor any advice you get accordingly. A balanced approach incorporating both nutritious meals with treats here and there will ensure your cravings are satisfied without compromising your overall health goals – win-win!
References:
(1) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2829870/,
(2) https://pubmed.ncbi .nlm .nih .gov / 28195533 / ,
(3) https://www. wholefoodsandhealth .com/,
(4) https://growingnourishment .com/,
(5 ) https://healthylifehabitsblog .wordpress. com/.