New 2010 US Dietary Guidelines Challenge Us All
Last Monday, the USDA revealed new advice for all healthy Americans over the age of 2 ~ the 2010 US Dietary Guidelines. This sort of advice comes to us every 5 years after a large investment in human and financial resources by the government. In the most positive sense, it serves as a challenge for us to make healthier choices at the supermarket and on our meal plates, all with the aim of better health and quality of life. This time, there is a slew of advice directed at reducing obesity since it underlies so many chronic and serious health conditions. Also, there is a strong message about up-ing the fruits and veggies on your plate since this leads to healthier habits and health-enhancing nutrition every day.
Easy Ways to ‘Up’ Your Green Veggies
If you’re like me, there is always one green veggie on your meal plate. It may be steamed broccoli or zucchini, or a crisp salad made from Romaine lettuce or spinach. While this is a great start, the new US Dietary Guidelines nudge us to add one more green veggie. So, make that extra effort to eat 2 green veggies, cooked or raw, with every lunch and dinner. Consider my affordable ebook of family recipes that will move you, along with the green veggies, toward a healthier life.
Supermarket shopping list for green veggies: spinach, broccoli, kale, green beans, bok choy, Brussels sprouts, Bell peppers, broccoflower, cabbage, Romaine lettuce, parsley, green leaf lettuce, cucumber, fennel, collard greens
What are your favorite green veggies? Please leave a comment.