I have to confess something.
I kind of have bad eating habits.
I’m not terrible about it, but I definitely would not say that my diet is super balanced. For instance, I pretty much don’t eat fruit, unless it is baked into some sort of pie. Ooooh. Or a banana split. ;) I do a little better with veggies, I usually have those with dinner, but most days I skip breakfast and lunch is usually some sort of something fast like a sandwich or something similar.
Hmmm. When I write it out like that, it does seem kind of bad.
(I do keep lots of fresh fruit and veggies in the house for the family, and they love them. I just usually skip them.)
But this year I would really like to eat healthier. So I’ve made up some goals for myself.
- No more skipping breakfast.
Even if it’s small, I need to start off the day with a little something. Maybe a smoothie, some cereal, or something similar. If you have any light breakfast ideas I’d love to hear them – I am not fond of eggs that early in the day. - Eat more fruit.
Fruit is not too easy for me. Those pretty raspberries up there? Can’t eat those, or any other kind of berry. I’m planning on increasing my fruit intake in those smoothies – and maybe more juices too. - Healthier Snacking
I want to keep more raw veggies on hand for easy snacking and a quick addition to lunch. Baby carrots, celery and little cherry tomatoes will make healthier snacks than chips or whatever desserts we have on hand. - Drink More Water
I’ve been working on this for a bit but I really need to get even better. I just would rather have tea or soda. ;) Maybe I need to get a cute mason jar glass and fill that up a few times a day – everything tastes better out of a cute glass. - Plan and Shop Smart
It might sound silly, but if I put healthy snacks and breakfasts into my meal planning and actually shop for those things, I’m much more likely to eat them. My genius plan, that.
So I think that’s a pretty good start for me!
Kellogg’s has some Healthy Eating tips for us too!

Those are great tips too. Especially that second one. I tend to forget that on days I exercise, I need to eat a little more to balance that.
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I know there are lots of ways to add healthier eating habits into your life, it's a pretty individual thing. These are my goals for the year but I'd love to hear if you have any healthy goals this year! Or if you have any great advice on easy breakfasts or tips for adding fruits and veggies to your diet, I'd love that too!
I urge you to read some books called “Eat to Live” by Dr. Fuhrman, “Skinny Bitch” by Freedman, and Dr. Colin Campbell’s “The China Study”. There are many videos as well ” Forks Over Knives”; “Vegucation” “Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead”. I’m sure you’re young and vibrantly healthy now, but being educated regarding food, which you seem to be interested in, is life-altering. Good luck!
Thank you for the recommendations Carole, I will check them out. I definitely need to be more educated about food and the way I eat. Thanks!
Wow- your goals are right along the same lines as mine. I don’t try to be “healthy” just “healthier” and it’s the little things that help! Thanks for the reminder!
Yay, glad you’re in the same boat Monica! It really is the little things that make a difference. Thanks for stopping by!
I have some healthy eating goals as well, including not skipping breakfast and drinking more water. It’s a shame that I can’t help you more on the breakfast front because my Favorite Breakfast series contains mostly eggs, but I do have an awesome Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Cookie and Yogurt & Fruit Cup idea. I also have a set of smoothie tips coming up on the blog. I try to go all out for breakfast as much as I can, or else I will definitely be ravenous for lunch!
Diane @ Vintage Zest
Ooh Diane – Breakfast Cookies sound super yummy! I’ll definitely be over to check that out – thanks so much!
My favorite, easy breakfast is granola (boxed or homemade – 2/3 to 3/4 cup) mixed with 1 sliced banana, a few extra raisins, and a tablespoon or so of broken nuts (walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, etc) and a 6 ounce carton of yogurt. Quick, easy and delicious!
That sounds really good Diana! I’d have to leave out the nuts but I don’t think that would make a difference – something quick and delicious sounds great! :)
Such great tips and goals, Bev. I need to up my water in take. Badly. And I typically eat a protein bar for breakfast on our busy days, but for the rest of the week I try to make myself a healthy breakfast.