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6 Simple Food Alternatives To Combat Unhealthy Foods

    |    by Rebecca

6 Easy Food Substitutes to Make Every Meal Healthier - Everything Abode

Are you looking for healthier food alternatives that won’t sacrifice the taste? 

With the world throwing so much at us these days, and with everyone thinking it’s required to have superhuman qualities to peruse a healthier diet — It’s no wonder our pursuits fall short.

But here’s the catch, it’s actually quite easy to swap out healthier food than it is to eat unhealthy food.

First, all you have to do is have an open mind. Once you do, you’ll become much more aware of how easy it can be, and you will be well on your way to that healthy life you’ve always been after.

Second, making better decisions on what you choose to consume will come naturally to you through time if you follow a few of these healthy suggested alternatives below. 

Here are 6 easy food swaps that might just get you to change the way you eat and they are pretty tasty too!

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6 Simple Food Alternatives to Combat Unhealthy Foods

Swap out dairy for Oat or Almond milk

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1. Swap out sugar with maple syrup.

1. Swap out sugar with maple syrup. - Everything Abode

Obviously, we are going to start out with sugar and that’s because the unforgiving long and complex process white sugar actually experiences is not only unhealthy but is highly addictive.

If you are addicted to sugar already, then that will make you gain weight and wreak havoc on your nervous system. 

So if you do, however, need a sweet substitute, swap out sugar with maple syrup and make sure it’s the natural unrefined syrup. Pure 100% maple syrup is as natural as nature made it and it’s delicious.

Maple syrup offers nutrients like riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, calcium, and potassium and it also fights inflammatory diseases.

You can add maple syrup to almost anything that you would like sweetened up like smoothies, baked goods, teas, the list goes on. 

And when it comes to taste, it’s good to note that the darker the syrup the stronger the taste but make sure to experiment with this one. 

2. Swap out dairy milk for Oat or Almond milk.

Given that dairy milk is loaded with antibiotics and is actually meant for the cow’s infants, it’s not the best source of calcium that you can get. 

And did you know that oat or almond milk has half the calories of cow’s milk and still has the same consistency as fatty milk to make in your recipes, tea, or coffee?

Almond milk, especially, is naturally rich in several vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, vitamin D, protein, and of course lots of calcium. 

If you decide to make your own almond milk, make sure to save the pulp so you can use it in your baking recipes.

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3. Swap out potato chips with classic homemade popcorn.

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To alleviate those crunchy temptations that we all get from time to time now is the best time to opt for popcorn — especially snacking in those late-night hours.

Popcorn is high in fiber and low in calories. Plus, it’s the only snack that’s 100% whole grain, which is really good for you because popcorn contains loads of antioxidants.

And nothing beats how easy it is to make if you have your very own classic popcorn maker.

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4. Swap out old carb-heavy dairy dips with hummus.

Swap out dairy dips with hummus

When you discover a hummus brand that is stuffed and stacked with all the great fixings like beets and roasted garlic to different nut flavors — you’ll be all over it!

The good thing about hummus is that it’s getting more and more popular so the creations just keep coming and coming.

Hummus is high in iron, folate, phosphorus, and B vitamins and it helps digestion and intestinal health which is why it’s a healthier option than any dairy-filled dip out there. 

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5. Swap out regular fries with yam fries.

Swap out regular fries with yam fries

On the off chance, the menu has yam fries — Order them! 

Yams will always be the healthier option as they are stacked with vitamins, supplements, and cancer-preventing agents, so that makes them hands down the better option for you than regular fries. 

Yams are also a great source of vitamin C, contain loads of fiber, potassium, manganese, metabolic B vitamins, and are a great ovulation-stimulating substance that can help boost fertility.


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6. Swap out starchy pastas with veggie noodles.

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When it comes to eating healthy sometimes you may need the right tools.

And veggie noodles are very easy to make and are a great alternative to regular pasta because you can easily start with zucchini, sweet potatoes, and squash if you get your hands on a spiralizer vegetable slicer.

If you choose to go this route, veggie noodles are also a great gluten-free option, and the best part, they are way lower in calories than any other starchy pasta noodle out there.

Just flash boil your zoodles for softness or simply saute them until delicate and enjoy. 

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See you can substitute unhealthy foods for healthier ones.

Just remember that all of the big changes in your life are actually just a small cluster of subtle changes throughout one’s journey.

Anyone can change the way they choose to consume food and it’s never too late to start eating healthy. 

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Author: Rebecca

Hi, my name is Rebecca and I am the face behind Everything Abode! I am a lifestyle and wellness writer based out of Vancouver Island. When I’m not writing or exploring mountains and beaches with my furry rescue, I love spending time learning creative ways to manifest a healthy home. Thanks for stopping by!

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