Healthy Food & Drink Choices Regardless of whether we are eating a meal at home, at a sit down restaurant, or at a fast food drive thru, there are healthy choices available. The healthier choice may not always be obvious, but now there are requirements that nutrition information be available on all menu items. As a nurse, you should maintain proper nutrition all day and every day. Breakfast Options When preparing for a day, it's vital that a healthy breakfast is part of the preparation. Breakfast revs up the body for the day and gets the metabolism going. Some healthy breakfast choices:
Oatmeal is always a great option. It adds fiber to keep you full, and has nutrition that a body needs to make it through the day. Pair oatmeal with some blueberries and a cup of milk, and you has just done your body good. Eggs are a good source of protein. They can be a healthy part of breakfast; it's often what is added to them that can make them a poor choice. Many people cook their Eggs in a huge amount of butter that just made a healthy food, very high in calories and fat. Cook eggs using a cooking spray or in a none stick pan. Avoid adding butter or cheese. To spice up the flavor of eggs, add chopped peppers, or stir in a small amount of salsa. Fruit Smoothie- combining yogurt, crushed ice, berries, soy or coconut milk, and 1 tsp flaxseed. Blend all ingredients; it will taste like a coffee house beverage. Combine a smoothie with a piece of toast with Nutella, and you have a complete meal.
Eating breakfast out is somewhat difficult due to the way most breakfast food is prepared. Lard, grease and butter are often used to cook eggs, adding extra calories and fat. However, most restaurants now offer a fit and a healthy menu section for breakfast. Yogurt and fruit are the best options. Eggs are going to be prepared in butter or grease unless otherwise stated, so not the best option there. Beware of those monster sized biscuits; they can have almost 1000 calories in one, depending on how it's prepared. Related: What is Food borne Sickness and what are Statistics? Lunch Options Many people are busy throughout the day, and skip lunch. That is not a good idea, skipping meals lowers the metabolism, and can create spikes in blood glucose levels. If you are on the go, super busy, you could opt for a meal replacement bar or shake to tide you over. Another option is to carry