The commitment to healthier eating is, and should be, a slow process. It is not a diet, but a lifestyle change, and that takes time. I do not believe in removing an entire food group like sugar, fat, or carbs. You'll notice that I don't restrict myself from these things because they're often the flavor of life and are attached to some of my best memories! But there are healthier ways to eat even these favorite meals, which is what I'm committed to do.
I never used to read labels. I just assumed that because it was legal to make and because so many people eat it, that it should be okay to eat. When I started reading labels, I was faced with long, unpronounceable words reminiscent of my college chemistry classes. I was also faced with unnecessarily high amounts of salt, sugar, preservatives, and trans fats. Often, these foods are simple to make at home and you know exactly what ingredients are in them. I gradually add to this list as I make the preparation of these foods second-nature to me. I recommend taking these one at a time; try to incorporate them into your routine. It's all about eating more whole foods and less processed foods full of unnatural ingredients.
1. Flour tortillas
2. Bread crumbs
3. Cakes, brownies, cupcakes, cookies, etc
4. Icing
5. Pancakes and waffles
6. Chicken broth
7. Tomato sauce
8. Chicken nuggets
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