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Aiming To Eat Healthier This Year

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In my goal to be more mindful and intentional this year, I would also like to practice this in another area of my life ~ eating! Yes, on some occasions, I can be snacking mindlessly or skipping breakfast due to innumerable reasons, and I know these are not healthy eating practices. So this year, I will thrive to be more mindful of what I eat and eating on time, especially when I am alone at home in the afternoon {and I would often skip lunch in favor of chores or online tasks}.

Here are a few more things that I will also practice this year so I can eat healthier: Continue reading →

What to Look for when Shopping for All-Natural Foods

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Purchasing food at your local supermarket should include a complete look at the nutrition facts to ensure that you are eating the highest-quality meat and food products.Nowadays, most foods are laden with additives and unnatural ingredients that the human body has trouble breaking down. Fortunately, all-natural stores like Harvestland have taken measures to provide convenient, affordable food choices so that everyone can enjoy the very best food available.

Meat and Poultry

Not all meat is created equal. It is important to choose all-natural and organic meats to ensure that the animals have been fed an all-vegetarian diet, have been well cared for, and can provide your body with the nutrients it needs. Most consumers can also taste the difference that natural foods can provide.

It is important to look for the following on your next purchase of meat or poultry:

  • No antibiotics are used
  • The animal is fed a strictly vegetarian diet with no animal byproducts
  • The animals are humanely raised in a cage-free environment or organic farm
  • USDA process verified
  • Fruits and Vegetables

Shopping for fruits, vegetables, and produce shouldn’t be a complicated process, but it can be. When you are choosing produce, look for a PLU code containing 5 numbers, beginning with the number 9. These are completely organic and do not use pesticides, growth hormones, or any other artificial ingredients or additives that can damage your health.

Shop the Market Perimeter

There are substitutes for everything. The next time you visit the market, spend your time in the perimeter of the store. This is where you will find the whole foods that your body craves.You can also enjoy a fun trip to the farmers’ market for unique food finds that are natural and full of flavor. This can also provide you with more affordable options that can get you out of your comfort zone with food. These farmers tend to care more about the food they are growing or raising and you can taste the difference. You can also shop online at stores like Harvestland for quick, healthy meats with fast, no-hassle preparation for a busy weeknight.

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