trying to completely cut out your favorite foods, work to incorporate healthier foods into your diet.
A well-balanced diet is just that— well-balanced. This means you should be consuming an equal mix of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, healthy fats, and lean proteins. Every meal you eat should have something from at least four of these six groups. The more healthy foods you eat throughout the day, the less room you will have for foods that aren’t as healthy for you.
2. Avoid foods with a high glycemic index
Once you’ve gotten used to eating healthier foods, you can start actively avoiding foods that aren’t so good for you. While you’re working to create a more balanced diet, try to steer away from foods that have a high glycemic index, which ranks carbohydrates according to the extent to which they raise blood sugar levels. Foods with high GI values, like refined carbs found in white bread, sugar, and pre-packaged foods create spikes in your blood sugar levels, which contributes to insulin insensitivity. These foods also promote