• May 2, 2024

Mexico, worldwide, is one of the countries with the highest rate of obesity and overweight among its infantile and adult population. With the aim of reducing this situation, the government, with the support of public and private institutions, has tried to inculcate the "good eating", a balanced food.

However, one of the challenges they face to have a better feeding , is the increase in consumption vegetables. According to el Nutritionist, Guillermo Hernández, you should consume five servings a day of this food group.

Healthy fun

Before starting a change in the diet, the expert Guillermo recommends that you first know what the vegetables healthier; example, the green ones like spinach, broccoli pea. From this point you can add to the daily meal.

To include more vegetables to your diet , Hernandez offers some fun and effective strategies.

1. Cut the vegetable into fun or visually pleasing shapes; example, in the form of a star or spiral.

2. Start first with vegetables that can be consumed fresh: carrot, you can add lemon and a little spicy.

3. Add them natural oils These make the taste of the vegetables more palatable.

4. Play with the flavors. You can add jicama, this intensifies the flavors and makes them more enjoyable.

5. Combine it with some cereal. The rice with vegetables It is a great option and a balanced dish.

6. You can use the dressings, although these should be in moderation; example, a teaspoon.

7. Mix first with a meat, chicken or fish. However, in this case you should always observe that the dish is composed in greater quantity by vegetables.

Vegetables are the main source of vitamins and minerals that our body has, so it is important that you consume them if your goal is to maintain a healthy body. To improve your health you can also add a dose of physical activity 30 minutes a day