Handy Nutrition Hacks for a Healthier You
We’ve all been there–raring to eat healthy but falter when
we do our grocery runs. With the sea of available food choices, navigating
through the aisles can be a dizzying chore. Here are a few tips to help you
skip the stress and fill your cart with healthier food choices!
Lemons pack a punch
Looking to level up your cooking? Lemons help you lose weight
and boost your immune system–one lemon alone contains half your daily dose of
vitamin C. Squeeze them on top of your favorite dish to add extra zest, or dunk
a few slices in a jar for a refreshing glass of lemon-infused water.
Honey never spoils
Honey lasts forever. Its low moisture content keeps bacteria
from surviving and it’s acidic enough to ward off most bacteria. It is also
rich in antioxidants and is good for your blood sugar levels. Try replacing
sugar with honey in your coffee, tea, and morning bowl of oatmeal.
“Low fat” means “added sugar”
When striving to live a healthier lifestyle, it’s natural to
gravitate towards labels that say ‘low fat’ or ‘light.’ However, you might want
to think twice. It usually means the food contains added sugar which can
actually make you gain weight. Sugar, not fat, is your diet's main enemy. Try
to opt for food with low sugar content instead of low fat.
"Organic" does not always mean healthy
In recent years, 'organic' and 'gluten-free' have become
diet buzzwords. However, just because something is promoted as such doesn’t
mean it’s healthy. Truth is, organic sugar is still sugar, and gluten-free junk
food is still junk food. Make it a habit to read nutrition fact labels to help
you pick your food wisely.
Not all chocolate is bad for you
Here’s a bit of good news: you don’t have to give up
chocolate to lead a healthy lifestyle. Dark chocolate is rich in
disease-fighting antioxidants and can help lower your blood pressure and risk
of heart disease. When you’re craving something sweet, reach for a bar of dark
chocolate. It's actually good for you. Hooray!
Start your healthy journey with AIA Vitality
The journey to eating better can be overwhelming but AIA
Vitality is here to make it easier!
AIA Vitality is AIA Philippines’ wellness program that
rewards you for knowing and improving your health, and comes bundled with
various AIA products.
Members earn points with each health task they accomplish.
The healthier you get, the more points you earn and the higher your AIA
Vitality status becomes, the bigger your rewards.
Simply log in your results in the app as you accomplish
certain health goals to earn exciting discounts from health and wellness
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