Post #1 about Whole Food Nutrition

The first thing I think we should do is define what whole foods are.  They are foods that have not been altered, genetically modified/engineered and are minimally processed. Simply put, we want to eat foods that are most nearly like they were in nature.  The more we process and alter foods, the less healthful and helpful they are to our bodies.  Processed foods are "fake" foods.  They are "fake" in the sense that they offer zero nutritional value but also offer 100% sugar, preservatives and other chemicals...this is what is known as "empty calories."

The problem with empty calories is not just that they offer no food value, but that they interfere with our body's ability to function in a balanced way.  This is the beginning of imbalance, which leads to cellular breakdown, which leads to sickness.  The additional problems associated with "fake" foods are the effects they have on little ones.  Learning disabilities, focus issues and hyperactivity are all associated with "fake" foods.

So, what can we do for ourselves and our children to help ensure we have the healthiest life possible?  We can begin to make small changes that will, eventually, make a big difference.  I know that changing from the "traditional" American diet to a completely whole food, organic diet can be difficult and expensive.  I have some ideas that may be of help.

1.  Don't try to change your eating habits all at once.
2.  Don't get overwhelmed by the thought of wanting to change.
3.  Change one thing at a time.
4.  Be consistent with your choices.
5.  Have fun and include the whole family in these changes.

I suggest that you pick one food or food group that your family loves and make the first change, there.  Since seed-containing foods are the most susceptible to pesticides and herbicides, change those as soon as you can.  If your family loves peppers, strawberries or eggs, start by changing to organic only.  Remember, one small change, today, can result in significant improvements in health, tomorrow.

In my next blog, we'll get into more specifics.

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