Yes, we’ve all heard ‘New Year, New You’, which usually involves improving your eating habits. But it doesn’t have to be difficult or boring in trying to attempt this.

We’ve found 5 foods, that won’t just make your body feel good, but you’ll love incorporating into every meal!

 

1. Avocados

Benefits

• Known for being a great source of vitamins C, E, K and B6, which are all great for your skin. 
• They’re high in natural fiber which helps improve digestion.
• One serving (a fifth of an avocado) contains approximately 64 calories (mostly from natural, healthy fats) and less than a gram of sugar.

Quick Meal Tips

• Spread avocado on toast in the morning instead of butter.
• Use avocado instead of mayonnaise in chicken or egg salad.
• The soft, creamy texture of an avocado and its mild taste, make it a perfect first food for babies.

 

2. Oats

Benefits

• High in fiber, which is known to help lower levels of bad cholesterol.
• Oats are rich in minerals and vitamins, including B6, iron, folate and zinc.
• Whole-grain oats can help you feel-fuller, which could lead to weight loss. 

Quick Meal Tips

• Breakfast – Oats with warm milk, fresh fruit, nuts and seeds.
• Lunch – Savory porridge (oats and chicken) – find recipe here
• Dinner – Yogurt and Oats Kebab – find this unique recipe here!

3. Salmon

Benefits

• A great alternative to protein sources such as chicken or beef, as it has ample protein but less saturated fat content.
• 3 ounces of cooked salmon can provide 64% of the recommended daily vitamin D intake
• Research has shown that salmon can benefit brain and cognitive processes.

Quick Meal Tips

• Add salmon to pasta and rice dishes
• Make salmon patties/burgers
• Substitute chicken salad for salmon salad

4. Blueberries

Benefits

• Higher in antioxidants than nearly any other food, which can deliver heart benefits.
• The fiber in blueberries helps you feel fuller, so you eat less, which could lead to weight loss.
• One cup of blueberries can provide up to 24% of recommended daily vitamin C intake. Vitamin C can help prevent skin damage caused by sun, pollution & smoke. 

Quick Meal Tips

• Use as toppings on oatmeal, yogurt or cereal
• Whip them up in a smoothie (along with other fruits/vegetables, yogurt/low-fat milk)
• Use in a salad with spinach, walnuts and cheese

5. Walnuts

Benefits

• High in protein and fiber – which can assist with weight loss
• Walnuts are a good source of iron, magnesium and vitamin B6
• A great source of mineral copper, which is good for bone health

Quick Meal Tips

• Add chopped walnuts to a salad
• For a snack – add chopped walnuts and fruit to yogurt
• Make a pesto sauce using walnuts