Five Ways to Spice up your Fat Loss Eating Plan

It is very difficult to eat healthy and even more difficult when the food tastes bland.  Often we have to get very creative with food choices so that it provides the appeal we so strongly desire and to maintain eating healthy consistently in order to achieve results.

I was thinking about this the other day and thought about what I do to change things up or add a different flavor to common dishes I already eat regularly.  I will often choose foods that I haven’t eaten in a while or don’t have very often to spice things up.  Or I will add a spice that I enjoy or a topping that adds some kick to the dish.  The tricky part is to not add too many more calories from toppings and to not sacrifice the overall health of the dish.  I’ve come up with five items I use in order to maintain consistency with my nutrition plan and not get bored with bland food or the same things day after day.

1. Avocado- We have all heard of them but too few eat them.  Maybe it is the amount of fat that it contains or maybe it is taste, but regardless, Avocado is a very healthy fruit that can be used for many things such as toppings for lean burgers, making guacamole, put into salads, or added to any dish to give it some zip.  Avocado is a healthy fat but also contains a high amount of fiber which has many health benefits.



2. Artichokes- a vegetable that is often overlooked, Artichokes are great in soups, salads, dips or as their own side dish to a meal.  Very high in fiber Artichokes can add variety to your meal plan



3. Cilantro- This is one of my favorite greens that can also be used as a seasoning.  Cilantro is great in salads but can also be used for many things such as toppings for proteins like fish and beef.  Provides a lemony flavor to any dish you use it for.



4. Parmesean Cheese-  We all have seen Parmesean Cheese and probably have used it from time to time on pastas or even vegetables.  Parmesean cheese is a good choice because the powdered or shredded version allows you to spread out a serving over a larger area, causing you to use less.  Parmesean cheese also adds a little bit of protein to your meal plan and gives your dish an added flavor punch.
5. Flax Meal- You may have heard of flax meal in the news about its health benefits.  Flax Meal provides healthy fats in the form of Omega-3 which can help many health conditions including cholesterol.  Flax meal also contains protein and can be added to cereals, smoothies or shakes, or toppings for salads.  Flax Meal is a healthy fat option that adds potent flavor but also provides very important benefits to your health.

Don’t get in a rut of eating the same thing every day.  That is a recipe for failure and reverting back to old habits.  You have to spice things up and create variety.