Healthy Living Monday Motivation

Links about salmon, the rule of two's, lightening up Starbucks drinks and artifical sweeteners. Read now or pin for later. - Health Happens at Home

Wild salmon purchased in out of season may be mislabeled. Read more here. Another reason to consider Vital Choice or canned Alaskan salmon during winter months.

Pleasure is an important part of a healthful diet. "People who eat more slowly, tend to take in fewer calories and feel just as satisfied". Read the full article here. More reasons to practice the "Rule of Two's":

  1. Eat twice as often.
  2. Eat half as much.
  3. Take twice the time to dine.
  4. Chew twice as long.

Learn more about the "Rule of Two's" in my Journey to a Happy, Healthy Life Workshop.

Need some meal ideas? Check out my recent meal plan post and My Simple Recipe for a Delicious Frittata.

I'm a Starbucks fan, I won't deny it. Anyone else? Here are 4 tips for ordering a healthier drink at Starbucks or similar coffee shop from Real Mom Nutrition. 

Caution when using artificial sweeteners. "The use of artificial sweeteners ... alters your food preferences. Your palate shifts from being able to enjoy fruits and vegetables and whole foods to liking only the sexy stuff". Read the full article here

Hope you found a little inspiration or motivation in these links.

Erin Marie

Posted on December 14, 2015 and filed under Monday Motivation.