Great Health Starts at Home

Nourishing your body with the goodness it needs shouldn’t be a chore. Keep it simple by promoting healthy habits in your kitchen — and incorporating them into your daily routine. Start with these inspired solutions for a well-balanced life.

10 Easy Ways to Make Every Day Healthier in the Kitchen

Skip the extra oil: Broil thin, lean cuts of meat as an alternative to sautéing or roasting. Use a light marinade or glaze for flavoring, and baste frequently to ensure delicious results.

Drink to your health: Toss nutrient-void beverages by implementing a no-soda rule. Stock your refrigerator with good-for-you drinks like lowfat and fat free milk. In fact, milk is so naturally nutrient rich – you could even call it nature’s wellness drink!

Store food smartly: Move healthier foods to eye level in the front of your refrigerator so they're the first thing you see when looking for a snack.

Lead by example: Teach your kids the importance of a well-balanced diet by making healthy food and beverage choices for yourself – like lowfat or fat free milk - because research shows that what you eat and drink can be more influential than anything else you do to impact your family’s eating habits.

Stretch meal time out: It takes the stomach about twenty minutes to tell the brain it’s full - eating slower will give your brain the time it needs to sense when you are satiated.

Make it steamy: Steam your veggies instead of sautéing them. You’ll keep more natural flavor and nutrients locked in the vegetables and won’t have to add butter or oil to soften them.

Find substitutes: When cooking, consider switching out certain ingredients for healthier ones. Unsweetened applesauce, for instance, makes a great substitute for oil in brownies and muffins, as well as a zero-calorie sweetener for smoothies and shakes.

Shrink your serving size: Remove temptation to overeat by serving small portions—you can always go back for seconds. Complement your slimmer entrées with a glass of lowfat or fat free milk. You’ll get a nutrient boost and the protein in milk can help keep you full until the next meal.

Pass on the salt: Cut back on adding salt to food while you’re preparing it or when you’re at the table. Instead, learn about spices and herbs that can add just as much flavor (if not more!) to your favorite foods.

Plan ahead: Make a weekly meal plan, taking into account your schedule and the time you may need to cook certain meals. Be sure to mix it up!

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