Nutritiontips – NutriFoody Wholly Holism

As you can see this is not the first time I have written a blog post on self-love and taking care of your body. In honor of heart health month, let’s take a deeper dive into why it is important to care of yourself as a whole. In a world often defined by external standards and pressures, nurturing a healthy relationship with food and body image is essential for our well-being. At the core of this journey lies self-love – the practice of embracing ourselves with compassion and acceptance. In this blog post, we’ll explore how cultivating self-love can transform our relationship with food and body, offering practical tips for fostering a more nourishing connection with ourselves.

**Embracing Your Journey**

Self-love begins with recognizing our inherent worth, independent of appearance or size. By embracing our uniqueness and celebrating our strengths, we lay the foundation for a compassionate relationship with ourselves and our bodies.

**Honoring Your Body’s Wisdom**

Listening to our body’s cues and nourishing ourselves with foods that satisfy and energize us is an act of self-love. By tuning into our hunger and fullness signals and trusting our body’s wisdom, we can break free from restrictive eating patterns and rediscover the joy of intuitive eating.

**Practicing Self-Compassion**

Self-love involves treating ourselves with kindness and understanding, especially when faced with challenges or setbacks. Practicing self-compassion allows us to cultivate resilience and inner strength, supporting us on our journey to healing and growth.

**Finding Joy in Nourishment**

Approaching food with gratitude and mindfulness enhances our eating experience and deepens our connection to nourishment. By savoring each bite and appreciating the flavors and textures of our meals, we can cultivate a sense of pleasure and satisfaction in eating.

**Embracing Holistic Self-Care**

Self-love extends beyond food to encompass all aspects of self-care and well-being. Engaging in activities that bring us joy and nourish our mind, body, and soul – such as spending time in nature, practicing mindfulness, or connecting with loved ones – fosters a holistic sense of well-being.

**Conclusion**

Embracing self-love is a transformative journey that empowers us to cultivate a healthy relationship with food and body. By honoring our worth, listening to our body’s wisdom, and practicing self-compassion, we can foster a deeper sense of nourishment, joy, and fulfillment in our lives. Let us embark on this journey of self-discovery and embrace the transformative power of self-love, one mindful and compassionate step at a time.

What are artificial sweeteners?

Artificial sweeteners are better known as sugar substitutes. Better yet we can say products that state they are “sugar free”. We definitely see that a lot in our grocery stores and sometimes we think that sugar free is better which may not always be the case because some are not actually natural and are still processed made sugars.

Normally when we use a sweetener we are stopping ourselves from reaching for the good ole granulated sugar that normally get. People go for artificial sweeteners because they do not add calories to your diet and you can use less of it because it provides that sweetness faster than table sugar does. Another plus of using artificial sweeteners is that they do not cause tooth decay and cavities like granulated table does. Also it is a better alternative for those with diabetes and for those trying to lose weight

because they do not raise your blood sugar (carbohydrates).

The FDA regulates the use of artificial sweeteners and it is considered an food additive. So the FDA approves all artificial sweeteners before you see them on grocery shelves.

So whats the 411 on these sweeteners?

Aside the from artificial sweeteners we also have novel sweeteners and sugar alcohols which I just recently learned a little more about. One of the big novel sweeteners that we all have heard about is Stevia and as for sugar alcohols they are still considered carbohydrates because they are naturally found in some fruits and vegetables. Sugar alcohols is not like an alcoholic drink because it doesn’t contain ethanol but it does contain calories. Sugar alcohols do have a laxative effect when consumed in large amounts so you must keep that in mind.

The biggest talk when it comes to these sweeteners is that it is said that they can cause cancer but research has been done and for the most part most of these sweeteners have not been found to be harmful. The most important thing when it comes to sugar is how much of it do you consume and use on a daily basis and this determines how it will effect your health. Moderation is key when it comes to using sugar and moderation is key when it comes to nutrition.

Examples of Natural Sweeteners:

Honey
Molasses
Agave
Coconut sugar
Maple Syrup

Examples of Novel Sweeteners :

Stevia

Examples of Sugar Alcohols:

Xylitol
Erythritol

FDA Approved Artificial Sugars:

Sunett
Equal
Splenda
Sugaree
Sweet ‘N Low

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