How small changes in food choices can make BIG everyday differences | Stefanie Sacks

How small changes in food choices can make BIG everyday differences

I am Stefanie Sacks. I am a registered dietitian and a certified diabetes educator. I have been working in the field of nutrition for over 20 years and I have seen firsthand how small changes in food choices can make BIG everyday differences.

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It is no secret that what you eat impacts your health. But did you know that what you eat can also have an impact on your mental well-being?

Most people are not aware of the connection between food and mood, but a recent study found that by eating healthier, people experienced an increase in their mood. The study was conducted at the University of Pittsburgh and it followed over 1,000 adults for two years to see how diet impacted their mental health.

The results concluded that those who ate a healthier diet were more likely to experience higher levels of life satisfaction, happiness, and self-esteem.

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The average American eats about 200 pounds of food each year. With the proper knowledge, it is possible to make small changes in your diet that will make big differences in your health and weight.

People are now more aware of the benefits of a plant-based diet than ever before. This is because of its proven effects on health and weight loss. The most effective way to achieve this is by eating a whole foods, plant-based diet that excludes animal products and processed foods.

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We are constantly bombarded with messages about what to eat and how to stay healthy, but it’s hard to know what information is worth listening to.

In this article we break down the facts and give you a plan for making small changes that will make BIG everyday differences.

It’s not always easy to know what information is worth listening to when it comes to food and health. But there are some simple changes that can make a big difference in your day-to-day life.