Avoiding Junk Food and Adhering to a Healthy Diet

Eating junk food regularly can lead to an increase in risks with regards to obesity and chronic diseases like ‘cardiovascular disease’, ‘Type 2 diabetes’, ‘non-alcoholic fatty liver disease’ and some ‘cancers’. Research has shown that in 2019 40.42% of the population in the UK have an unhealthy diet. Only 10.1% of the population eat a healthy and balanced diet every day.

A Healthy and balanced diet has many benefits including healthier skin, teeth and eyes, strengthening of the bones, lowers risks of chronic diseases and helps the digestive system to function 

Many people may ask, well how do I turn my junk food into a healthy diet? And here is how;

Start by getting creative with your meals adding plenty of protein, so for instance if you are having a burger, load it up with veggies instead of cheese and mayo. Include veggies like lettuce, tomato, onions and jalapenos. Fruits and vegetables not only add colour to your plate but they also add fibre and flavour. So in future load your plate up with plenty of fruits and veggies. Always look for a healthier alternative when making food.

Staying away from junk food can prove a difficult task. But, there are many ways in which you can do so, planning your meals ahead of shopping can help, as you can list many healthier alternative meals and only shop for the ingredients you have listed. Always shop wisely making sure to look out for the healthier options. Make sure you include protein-rich foods and good fats, as well as fruits and vegetables in meals and snacks. Another way to stay away from junk foods is to eat at home before you go out, this means you’ll be less likely to get fast food while out and about. Getting sufficient exercise and sleep as well as staying stress-free are all good ways to help you to eat and stay healthier. It is always a good idea to make sure that when you replace unhealthy foods that you make sure that the replacements you choose are nutritious.

There are many reasons why we should all avoid junk food and start eating healthy food. Junk foods are high in metal which can cause inflated headaches. Junk food is high in carbs, this can trigger outbreaks of sickness. Eating excessive amounts of food can increase the risk of depression. Having increased metal levels in your body, holds excessive water, which leads to bloating. 

Healthy food is rich in beneficial nutrients and healthy unsaturated fats, therefore, they help you to feel energetic and full throughout the day. Intake of healthy fruits and vegetables that are full of nutrients reduces the risk of the chances of diseases. For example: green vegetables help us to maintain strength. Certain healthy foods keep away long-term illnesses relating to diabetes and blood pressure.