Eat smart, live healthy

Source :TOI :Deepika Sahu | Jan 30, 2012, 03.15PM IST
The key to one's well-being is a proper, balanced diet 

You are what you eat. There's much wisdom in this simple sentence. And for that you don't have to shell out thousands. We might think we are eating right and doing everything perfect to stay healthy. But thanks to modern lifestyle and all the stress that comes with it, toxins can build up in our bodies and eventually result in common health complaints. 

Acculumation of toxins and stress can result in an imbalance of mental and physical well-being. The benefits of a healthy diet are immense 

-A stronger immune system 

-Increased stamina 

-Glowing skin 

As dietcians maintain, the fundamentals remain the same in eating smart. Stick to eating healthy, fibre-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grams. 


Don't stay hungry for a long time as you end up eating more in the end. 


Take small meals but at regular intervals. The golden rule is to have a hearty breakfast.


 Limit your intake of sugar, red meat and white flour like maida. Another rule is that in addition to healthy eating, remember to stay hydrated with a regular intake of water.


 Limit your tea and coffee intake more so when you work in an air-conditioned environment. If you want your share of comfort food, remember to gorge on foods that contain vitamin B.


 It can help you with your generous supply of feel-good fibres, so that you feel less moody, depressed or irritable.


 Don't wrack your brains as it is easy to get your share of vitamin B through food items like whole wheat bread, almond, tuna, orange juice andpoultry.