Lifestyle Nutrition

Extensive scientific evidence supports the use of a wholefood, predominantly plant-based diet as an important strategy in prevention of chronic disease, treatment of chronic conditions and, in intensive therapeutic doses, reversal of chronic illness. Such a diet is rich in fiber, antioxidants, and nutrient dense. Choose a variety of minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

 For the treatment, reversal and prevention of lifestyle-related chronic disease, the American College of Lifestyle Medicine recommends an eating plan based predominantly on a variety of minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

Eat Plenty

Eat Less/Avoid

Food for Thought

Eating Inspiration:

Vegetables: Leafy vegetables (kale, spinach, romaine, swiss chard, collardgreens, cabbage), garlic, onions, peppers (all kinds), leeks, parsnips, potatoes(all kinds), radishes, turnips, squash, green beans, tomatoes, carrots, corn, peas, cauliflower, broccoli, cucumbers, eggplant.

Mushrooms: white button, criminal, portabella, shiitake, oyster, beech, chanterelle, porcini

Fruits: Bananas, apples, kiwi, oranges, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, mango, cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew, plums, pineapple

Legumes: Black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, garbanzo beans, cannellini beans, lentils, lima beans, broad beans, soybeans

Whole Grains: Quinoa, brown rice, oats, barley, wild rice, black rice, whole grain tortillas/pasta/breads, couscous, teff, wheat germ

Nuts: Almonds, peanuts, pistachios, cashews, nuts, soy nuts, hazelnuts, walnuts

Seeds: Chia seed, flax seed, hemp seed, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed

Setting goals to improve your eating habits is a great way to eat healthier. An exampleof a positive nutrition goal is, “I will add 1 cup of berries to breakfast and asmall apple or orange as an afternoon snack at least five days this week.”

  • Specific – What specific food would you like to add/change?
  • Measurable – How much or how many will you add or change?
  • Achievable – Do you have what it takes to follow through?
  • Realistic – What can you do? (improvement over perfection)
  • Time-bound – How often or for how long will you make this change?

Here are some advantages of our meal plan:

1

Personalized Nutrition

Meals are tailored to meet your specific dietary needs and health goals.

2

Improved Health Outcomes

Supports weight management, blood sugar regulation, and overall wellness.

3

Convenience

Simplifies meal planning and saves time with ready-to-follow recommendations.

4

Enhanced Variety

Offers diverse, nutritious recipes to keep meals enjoyable and satisfying.

5

Evidence-Based Guidance

Designed with input from health professionals and backed by nutritional science.

6

Support for Specific Conditions

Accommodates special requirements like diabetes-friendly or low-sodium options.

7

Sustainable Choices

Encourages balanced, long-term healthy eating habits.

Resource

American College of life style medicine

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

American Heart Association

American Diabetes Association

American Institute for Cancer Research:

USDA Food Assistance Programs

Food Is Medicine Coalition

AAFP’s Neighborhood Navigator

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