Don't say diet, say lifestyle change Tips for healthy eating in
2013 and beyond (Graphic: Renée Tanner/News-Review / January 11,
2013) "'Diet' will never be a term used in my home, nor do I use
that term with my patients," said Amanda Evans, registered
dietitian for Charlevoix Area Hospital. "We only make lifestyle
changes." This year, make the effort to transform the entire
family's eating habits. Her biggest recommendations are to stop
buying junk food and to avoid shopping on an empty stomach. "If
it's not in the home, you are far less likely to eat it," Evans
said. Start by making a list of healthy snack ideas that the
entire family will eat, said Evans. Stick to that list but
periodically try out new healthy recipes and alternatives.
Instead of potato chips and processed food, Evans recommends
stocking a kitchen with foods such as fruits, vegetables,
homemade smoothies, nuts and Greek yogurt. "You can do so many
fun things with them like making the traditional 'ants on a log'
with celery and peanut butte