“He who is healthy has hope, and he who has hope has everything.”

(Thomas Carlyle)

Health is much better than wealth. Better health is considered essential for human happiness and well-being. People who are in good physical and mental health also play a vital role in the economic growth of their country, as they are more productive and live longer.

Being healthy is considered a dynamic process as our health changes over time. Each of us has times when we feel fit and healthy and then we have times when we feel sick and unwell.

Diet plays an important role in personal health, it can be described as an eating pattern and a balanced diet provides the nutrients that are considered necessary to maintain our health. Studies have revealed that diet is one of the sources through which diseases such as cancer, coronary heart disease, birth defects and cataracts can be prevented.

There are many foods suggested by doctors and experts that are considered healthy and should be included in every meal. Some of these foods are green tea, oatmeal, curd, olive oil, salad, etc.

We can also lose weight by adjusting some of our diet plans and eating habits.

Here are some dietary tips to lose weight and stay healthy:

Eat fresh, organic foods. Recent research and studies have revealed that pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals used in foods and vegetables are one of the leading causes of obesity and weight gain.

Bite down slowly and chew it. This tip is very helpful as your brain receives the message that you are eating more than you actually are. One should use smaller plates and bowls to eat as it is also a way to trick your brain into thinking that you have eaten more.

Water is a very important essential element of the human body. One should drink at least 8-10 glasses of water per day. During a glass of water 15 minutes before the meal as it makes you feel fuller without eating any type of food.

Don’t drink soda, Pepsi; tail, etc. as they are full of chemicals and sugar. A bottle of Pepsi contains at least 20 tablespoons of sugar, so there is no point in drinking any of these.

Other things that can help you lose weight without losing your health are:

1- Eat your favorite food once every 15 days, it will help you start over in your next few days and you will not feel deprived.

2- Include salads and vegetables in all your meals.

3- Exercise constantly and daily. If you exercise with spaces, it will get you nowhere. Instead, you will be frustrated.

Eating healthy is important, however the exact meaning of the statement should not be overlooked. Eating to stay healthy does not mean suppressing your appetite; means to eat “smartly.” A proper and balanced eating plan can also help you reduce your weight without losing your health.