Whenever I see food swap posts for "healthier" alternatives it's almost always for something much more expensive.
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Now that isn't bad or wrong. I think a lot of the products are great! But there are a couple glaring issues:
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1.) budgets are tight for many people and spending more on food might not be financially feasible
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2.) a lot of these products are only sold in specialty stores or online, creating a barrier to a vast amount of people (myself included and I live in a pretty establish city in the Mid West! It's not like I'm in the middle of nowhere)
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3.) the products deemed "unhealthy" or "toxic" are safe when consumed in typical amounts (yes, even daily or many times multiple times day, thanks to very substantial safety margins)
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4.) there isn't a ton of education (or rather actually helpful, accurate education) for people on how to build healthy habits that stick, understanding why they're doing them, and creating internal motivation to continue doing so.
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There is NOTHING wrong with swapping out your fruit-y loops for a more "natural" or unprocessed version. You have that permission, it can 100% be a food preference of yours and not a diet culture food rule. Where we get into rough waters is when there is fear, and shame, and guilt, and judgement- towards yourself or others.
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Having no food rules IS about living your healthiest, happiest life. Eating and living more mindfully. Yes, that can include being aware of ingredients but also not unnecessarily fearing them. And, above all, doing what is best for YOU. That? Is gonna be different for everyone! 💕
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Whenever I see food swap posts for "healthier" alternatives it's almost always for something much more expensive.
.
Now that isn't bad or wrong. I think a lot of the products are great! But there are a couple glaring issues:
.
1.) budgets are tight for many people and spending more on food might not be financially feasible
.
2.) a lot of these products are only sold in specialty stores or online, creating a barrier to a vast amount of people (myself included and I live in a pretty establish city in the Mid West! It's not like I'm in the middle of nowhere)
.
3.) the products deemed "unhealthy" or "toxic" are safe when consumed in typical amounts (yes, even daily or many times multiple times day, thanks to very substantial safety margins)
.
4.) there isn't a ton of education (or rather actually helpful, accurate education) for people on how to build healthy habits that stick, understanding why they're doing them, and creating internal motivation to continue doing so.
.
There is NOTHING wrong with swapping out your fruit-y loops for a more "natural" or unprocessed version. You have that permission, it can 100% be a food preference of yours and not a diet culture food rule. Where we get into rough waters is when there is fear, and shame, and guilt, and judgement- towards yourself or others.
.
Having no food rules IS about living your healthiest, happiest life. Eating and living more mindfully. Yes, that can include being aware of ingredients but also not unnecessarily fearing them. And, above all, doing what is best for YOU. That? Is gonna be different for everyone! 💕
.
If you're not sure where to start with a non-diet approach you can take my free 5 day "No Food Rules 101" mini-course. Start today ➡️ #gummy chews for weight loss #slim core keto gummies