Healthy cooking is increasingly in vogue. Much because of the awareness of people to eat healthy food and of natural origin, such as organic food, but also by demystifying the rumors that a balanced diet cannot be tasty.

In contrast to the best intentions, however, there are several reasons that prevent the efficient adoption of a healthy cooking. Check out the following habits you should change to enjoy all adequate and nutritious food flavors!

Be the main change ingredient

More than 65% of Brazilians have the eating out habit, but for those who are looking for healthy food, there is nothing better than preparing delicious packed lunch.

Besides being an option that allows you to give more attention to the nutrients, inspiring the creation of colorful and juicy options, the benefits are also felt in the budget, as home preparation is a economically advantage compared to eating out frequently.

Not to mention that we do not know exactly how meals are seasoned in those establishments. Foods with excessive salt, for example, are detrimental to health and may cause blood pressure increase.

Cut the excess

It is misleading to think that red meat is the only protein source in food. Vegetables, grains and some vegetable-based products are also rich in this nutrient type, contributing to the excessive meat consumption reduction.

In addition, a diversified menu expands the horizons for new flavors. Grilled, boiled and baked foods are great alternatives to everyday fried food. Vegetarian options are worthy of banquets and include nutrients for all needs.

Chew slowly

We do not have the entire world’s time to eat calmly, but the benefits of chewing slowly should makes you rethink the rush on the table.

This is because the accelerated mastication affects the digestion stages harmony, which just begins at chewing. As a result, we ingest a greater amount of food than we would need.

A tip: calculate an average chew number for each bite, and tell them. Over the time, you will do it naturally. The body will thank you.

Create time for food

Hard to talk about digestive problems – and bad eating habits – and not to mention the unregulated feeding.

One of the major problems that of seeking for a healthy cooking face is the troubled routine. This makes the time for food to stay in the background.

Ideally feeding every three hours on average. Thus, always have around a healthy and practical recipe – especially useful during office hours, when we are busy.

Also, avoid feeding moments before going to sleep, because digestion is slower in this period, compromising the sleep quality.

Replace the industrialized menu

In addition to the recipes mentioned earlier, try to diversify the daily menu with ingredients, besides to fall well in taste, strengthen the body.

This is the case of whole grains. Rich in fiber, they help to give the satiety feeling, which alerts us when we are satisfied.

Another advantage is the aid in the glucose and cholesterol control. It can easily replace those practical options, however bad to the body.

To adopt healthy cooking habits in your eating routine may be challenging, but we assure you it is equally rewarding. Get to know the series of NAMU Courses platform gastronomy classes. Taught by excellent professionals, the classes have tasty and nutritious menus.