I had to SHARE this article written by Christie Ryan! She has some
awesome ideas on how to eat healthy with your family.. I’d love to hear
your thoughts after reading this article! Have a great weekend!
http://www.gettingfittogether.com/how-to-eat-healthy-with-your-family/
By Christie Ryan
How to eat healthy with your family is something that is on the top of many parents minds. One of the main obstacles with
healthy eating is
family objections. Family members complain about having chicken and
push away greens on their plates; after a while it’s tempting to give up
on the idea of healthy eating.
It helps to be very “middle of the road” when turning your lifestyle
around and expecting your family to join you. Don’t start having food
wars with them; it’s not worth the turmoil and frustration. However
there are some things you can do to make them happy while still eating
healthy.
How To Eat Healthy With Your Family
*Modify your favorite recipes. For instance, use lean ground beef,
drain and pat dry or rinse it. Serve chicken breast for fajita, use
less cheese in mixed dishes, and serve raw veggies as a side dish; use
your crockpot and bake or broil instead of frying.
*It doesn’t work to prepare a healthy meal for you and a separate
meal for your family. You will burn out quickly doing that! Serve a
balanced diet and allow each person to choose how much and what they
want. For instance, if the family requests pot roast, pick a leaner cut
of meat, and then fix a salad and another green veggie and serve.
Many of them may only have meat and potatoes and you may only have
the meat, salad and green veggie, but you all basically eat the same
meal. If they want you to make their favorite enchilada casserole
smothered in cheese, modify it and then make yourself a large salad to
have on the side while keeping your portion of casserole smaller.
*Sliced veggies and fruit go over better. When
school activities are bombarding your schedule, it’s OK to bring home a
pizza (stay away from the fatty meats or deep dish). Cut up some
carrots, slice up an apple and pear or purchase a veggie tray to have
along side your pizza. It will help you to keep portions controlled.
*Refuse to be a restaurant! Serve the meal, allow
kids to eat what they want and how much they want without nagging or
criticizing. Your job as a parent is to serve healthy and regular
meals and snacks. Their job is to choose how much and what they eat.
Forcing kids to eat isn’t worth it.
*Include the family in the meal planning. If your
family has a say in meal options, they will be more cooperative. Agree
to try a healthy recipe once a week. *Plan ahead – plan the meal that’s
the most difficult for YOU to control. When not with the family, make a
point to choose the BEST choice.
*MODERATION! Eat smaller portions of fattier foods
and large portions of veggies and lean protein and you’ll keep your
weight down and make your family happy.
Be patient. Eating healthy is a lifestyle and it takes a while for
everyone to adjust. Follow a solid nutrition guide, Beachbody has
amazing nutrition plans, and is one that our family follows. If you
follow these steps, “How To Eat Health With Your Family” will never be a
question again. Play it smart, include your family and you’ll get the
results you want. A happy, healthy family!
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