Swap Diseases For Health!
We know how difficult it is to take the first step when you don’t even know where to start. And with “healthy living” as the new age mantra, every person is propagating their own “science”, leaving people more clueless than before. So here we are, with ahem, authentic and reliable science backed suggestions that you can incorporate into your journey towards healthy living.
We do believe that healthy can be tasty too and that going vegan won’t bore a hole in your pocket. But regardless of which diet you choose to follow, the aim should be to nourish your body, mind and your gut microbiome with everything healthy and natural. So below you’ll find a list of common food ingredients with healthier and budget-friendly alternatives. While some of these are alright to have in moderation when correctly aligned with medical history and health goals, the healthier alternatives are truly an appealing highway. Excited? We are too!
Instead Of This… | …Switch To This |
White rice | Red/Brown/Black rice/Dalia/Quinoa/Barley/Millet |
Non-sprouted lentils | Sprouted lentils |
White Bread | Sourdough bread/ Whole Grain bread/ Sprouted bread |
Table salt | Himalayan Pink Salt |
White sugar | Jaggery/ Dates/ Honey/ Maple syrup/ Brown sugar/ Coconut or Palm sugar |
Canola/vegetable oil | Ghee/ Coconut oil/ Olive oil/ Avocado oil |
Sugary cereals | Oats/ Sugar-free granola/ Sugar-free muesli |
Potato | Sweet Potato |
Packed fruit juices | Coconut water/ Infused water |
Energy drink | Green tea/Iced tea/ Coffee |
Sugar loaded soda | Sparkling water/ Kombucha |
Salted nuts | Unsalted nuts |
Candies | Frozen fruit chunks/ Dried fruits |
Mayonnaise/High-fat Dips | Yogurt chutney/ Salsa |
Cocoa powder | Cacao powder/ Cacao nibs |
Milk chocolate | Dark chocolate |
A quick suggestion: although research has proven the nutritional supremacy of the above suggested alternatives, we recommend checking in with your medical/nutritional expert before making any drastic changes. These swaps may seem simple, but we promise your gut microbiome will be grateful for it :)
Reference
Low-Calorie, Lower Fat Alternative Foods
8 Healthy Swaps for Everyday Food and Drinks
14 Favorite Foods to Enjoy in Moderation — Plus Nutritious Swaps
