All Foods Fit
Imagine craving a chocolate-covered, cream-filled donut, but you stop yourself from having it because you are trying to “eat good”. Instead, you think about it all day and try to distract yourself with food that deep down we know is not going to satisfy that donut craving. Now imagine if you just had that donut, felt satisfied, and were able to move on with your day. Does that sound liberating? That is exactly what dietitians mean by “all foods fit”. This term refers to an approach of categorizing foods not as good or bad, but as sources of nourishment for your physical and mental wellbeing. The three main pillars to help guide healthy food choices are: variety, balance, and moderation. Here are tips from your dining services dietitian to help achieve your goals: Increase variety · Try a new source of protein on your plate. Is chicken your go-to protein? Try switching it up and have beans with rice instead. · Create a noodle bowl. Change up your toppings