Healthy eating habits from around the world
It's easy to be swept away by the latest diet trends and eating habits, which can become very frustrating to follow. However, if you look around the globe, you can find some easy and healthy tips to incorporate into your routine. Be it by slowly enjoying your meal like the French, or adding some turmeric like the Malaysians, there's plenty to get inspired by.
Greece
The health benefits of the Mediterranean diets are well known by now. And even if dishes contain some high-caloric ingredients, like cheese and meat, it's all used in moderation with a higher focus on fruits, veggies, grains, and legumes.
Sweden
With the cold Nordic climate, veggies don't play a big role in Swedish cuisine. Instead, the Swedes have a big tradition of rye bread, especially the crunchy type. With tons of fiber, this type of bread will keep people fuller for longer than regular wheat.
Malaysia
Turmeric is a spice grown in the Malaysian jungles, and packed with curcumin, a natural chemical with fat-fighting properties. Add it to soups, curries, and roasted vegetables.
Russia
The Russians usually bake and boil their food instead of frying. And many also grow their own fruits and vegetables in the gardens of their country homes, guaranteeing healthy and organic produce.
Iceland
Iceland is considered one of the healthiest countries in the world, thanks to a diet high in fresh fish. As a result, Icelanders are getting lots of heart-health boosting omega-3 fatty acids.
Israel
The Israelis consume a lot of fruit and vegetables every day, favoring citrus fruits in particular. Grapefruits, lemons, limes, and oranges all contain vitamin C, which is ideal to keep cells and bones healthy. Read More…
