21st-century living is busy, and while people are constantly trying to improve their health, it can be a huge challenge juggling work, family, and wellness needs. When we are so busy, we tend to prioritize what has to be done: the kids’ homework, business meetings, cleaning the house, etc. But, a lot of the time, eating good, nutritious food takes a backseat to the demands of daily life.

While our modern lifestyles may have become busier, there are an enormous amount of products that we can now use to help us get the daily nutrients we require! It is now a thing of the past to underestimate the value of a dietary supplement, for example, as these cutting-edge products are amazingly bioavailable sources of nutrition. In this article, we’ll explore some alternatives that you should be considering adding to your daily routine, helping you feel stronger and more energized to tackle those busy days!

Superfood Supplements

Have you heard of superfoods? Well, now is the time! With nutrition science taking the world by storm and revealing what healthy cultures have known for hundreds of years, superfoods are extremely health-supporting foods that have various benefits for the body. Some repair the body and skin, others provide a headful of protein to use in conjunction with more demanding fitness regimes.

 

Superfoods are traditionally consumed in their raw forms, such as cruciferous vegetables, nuts, and whole grains. But, as you can see on this site, there are many options on the market that can now give you instant access to essential nutrients – perfect for allowing you to tailor your supplements to your dietary needs. Whether you are a busy parent or student, perhaps you need something to push you through the afternoon slump, or maybe you don’t have a big appetite in the morning, superfood supplements are an excellent way to get what you need.

Vegan Alternatives

Even though veganism can be traced back over 2000 years, there has been a rise – and booming interest – in vegetarianism and veganism as a result of documentaries like Leonardo DiCaprio’s Before the Flood, The Game Changers, and Eating you Alive. Whole-food plant-based doctors and climate activists are speaking out for the incredible benefits such a lifestyle offers, helping people understand that there are new alternatives that can truly change your health forever.

Health benefits of a plant-based diet:

• Prevent and reverse heart disease, as discovered by Dean Ornish in the 1990s
• Improve blood circulation
• Lower cholesterol
• Reduce the risk of cancer through the IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1) found in dairy and animal protein
• Reduced chronic inflammation

New and exciting alternatives, like vegan cheese, the Impossible Burger, jackfruit pulled pork, and seitan, are changing restaurant menus around the globe. Consider trying out some of these alternatives and seeing how reduced meat and dairy consumption could help you! 

Smoothies

A fantastic alternative to food – and especially helpful if you regularly find yourself in a rush or forget to plan your meals in advance – nourishing smoothies are the way to go! Being able to combine some of the most nutritious ingredients and throw them into a blender is an easy way to get what you need. Smoothies really are handy in that you can drink them on the go, offering you a welcome alternative when you are feeling a little sluggish or low on energy. 

Some Additional Tips!

Another simple tip for you to remember if you want to stay healthy is that “the fresher, the better”. For too long, we have become used to convenience foods that are high in sugar, salt, and oil. This way of living is killing us slowly, with the obesity epidemic encroaching on countries all around the world. It is time to change that, and it starts with you!

The best way to lose weight, stay in a healthy weight range, as well as to become physically stronger – and healthier – is to consume natural products. If we take care of what we put into our bodies, it will reward us with health and a lifetime of enjoying how we feel in our bodies. Do the research and educate yourself on what your body needs to be healthy. Many of us will be shocked to understand what fuels our bodies and minds each day.

It is important to always keep in mind that small changes can and do add up to make the world of difference. Never underestimate the power that your daily decisions have to truly transform your health over time. The key is to be consistent, not to give up if you are not seeing results immediately, and to enjoy your food alternatives!