Eating in the Right Direction

By Audrey Thomas, CPO®, A.k.a. Organized Audrey

When it comes to eating a well-balanced diet, the U.S. Government’s Dietary Guideline urges all of us to be eating more fruits and vegetables. To avoid boredom and repetition of the same foods day in and day out, get creative in adding nutritious-packed items into your daily diet.

• Green salads – add fruit such as mandarin oranges, strawberries, blueberries, chopped apples, dates and raisins.

• Pizza toppings – You don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy the nutrition and flavor that comes from adding artichokes, zucchini, red or green onion, leek, colorful red or orange peppers.

• Cereal and oatmeal – think beyond bananas. Try fresh or dried fruit such as blueberries, peaches, apricots or strawberries.

• Smoothies – Add fun flavors such as kiwi, cantaloupe, watermelon, peaches, or pineapples.

• Soup – This is an easy place to add finely chopped carrots, zucchini, cabbage, leek, parsnips

• Dried fruit – Keep this snack in your car, at the office or in the pantry for a quick and easy snack on-the-go.

• Banana Bread – replace half the oil/margarine in your recipe with unsweetened apple sauce.

• Spaghetti sauce – add finely chopped carrots or zucchini

• Flash freeze bite-size pieces of watermelon, pineapple or grapes on a cookie sheet. Once frozen, store them in freezer bags – they’re delicious on hot summer days!

Audrey Thomas is a national speaker and organizing authority that lives locally. She is the author of several books and is passionate about helping others transform their lives, not just their spaces.

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Please note: The information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any particular illness or condition, nor is it intended to support any particular product or service. You should always consult your healthcare provider prior to making any changes to your healthcare routine.