Nutrition and How to Lead a Healthy Lifestyle

Nutrition is basically the science of food and the amount of nutrients and calories each of the food item contains. It is regardless to say what importance food has in the existence of an individual. It is needed for the very survival of not only human beings, but every living organism on the face of earth.

Nutrients are the substances needed for the proper functioning of the body. These nutrients consist of proteins, vitamins and minerals, fats, carbohydrate, roughage and water. And it is required by every individual to have food which consists of all of them in the right amount.

Most of the times we tend to ignore or rather refuse to eat the vegetables and indulge more in fat-related products, primarily because of the taste. But we have to understand that vegetables and fruits are as much an important part of the diet as chicken and cheese.

But why should we let taste come in the way of our health. Here are some of the dishes that are a fantastic combination of good taste and healthy eating.

NUTRITIOUS AND YUMMY -THE 15-MINUTE LO MEIN

As the name suggests, it is an easy-to-make dish. It is a noodle dish filled with the goodness of vegetables, adding to the proteins, vitamins and minerals. The flavor makes it a tempting preparation and what's more, it looks so colorful. This dish is a healthy go-to dish and is ideal for lunch and dinner.

THE HEALTHY ASIAGO ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Nowadays, most people tend to choose 'gluten-free' food products, some because of its allergic reactions and some just for the sake of the diet. This dish is ideal for all those people. Again, it is an easy to make tasty, healthy dish with the richness of nutrients. It is full of flavorsome ingredients that are a delight to the food palate.

EVERY ONE'S OH-SO FAVOURITE CHICKEN SALAD

The one salad we all love. A perfect combination of protein and vitamins, this chicken plus vegetable dish is a favorite among the junk food eaters as well as the health conscious gym-freak. It is a great and easy-to-make dish that is perfectly ideal for brunch and dinner, and can be spread out throughout the week.

THE EASY-TO-MAKE CILANTRO LIME RICE

Again, a healthy, yummy and easy to prepare rice dish. Sometimes making a rice dish can be a hectic process in itself, but not this one. It's a perfect blend of flavor and nutrients. It is the ideal side dish for Mexican food.

THE PALATABLE CHEERY PINEAPPLE AND PEACH DUMP CAKE

No meal is complete without a dessert and what better way to end it with a Cherry Pineapple and Peach Dump Cake. Whereas on one hand, the cheery, pineapple and peach provides the goodness of nutrients, the whipped cream makes it all so-more delicious. It does take time to make but then it is all worth it in the end.

IMPORTANCE OF EATING HEALTHY AND FOLLOWING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

It is extremely important for us to know, which food is good and which is harmful. It is not always possible to count the calories of each and every food we eat, but we can balance it all out through a balanced diet containing of all that is good, healthy and delicious at the same time.