It’s a common misconception that diets and weight-loss programs
are the only ways to get healthy. However, Helen Lawler,
nutritionist for the Floyd County Health Department, believes
that that is not the case. “Instead of dieting, have a lifestyle
change. Pick the most nutritious options and start small. Pick
two small goals to accomplish in your eating habits, and once
you successfully accomplish them you, over time, will eat
better.” Instead of being deprived from the beloved, tasty, food
options that are bad choices, nutritionist for Redmond Regional
Medical Center Tiffany Gokey, says “eat smaller portions and
make healthier choices. The food decisions people make can help
them or hurt them. Eat foods with antioxidants such as
blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, beans and drink green
tea.” Lawler says, “I am a realist and believe people won’t ever
cut out something they love to eat completely. By all means,
treat yourself to sweets or salty foods, but only once a week.”
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