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5 Things You Can Do Right Now To Improve Your Nutrition

Making lifestyle changes isn’t always the easiest, especially when it comes to eating habits. To make this change a bit easier for you, we’ve listed 5 simple steps you can take today to get the ball rolling!

1. Eat More Plants

The data is strong: the more plants you eat, the lower your risk of disease. If you’re a meat lover, I’m not suggesting that you become a vegetarian tomorrow. Instead, I am suggesting that you choose dishes that you love and add more vegetables to them. Last week I made spaghetti with mushrooms, spinach, carrots, and onions!

It was so filling and hearty that no one noticed there wasn’t any meat in the dish. Challenge yourself with one meal a day or one day a week to go without meat, and instead add more vegetables. I promise your body will thank you.

2. Drink Water

Simple right? Water should be your primary beverage. Say no to soda, juices, and sweet tea. If you want to have

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