October 24th is National Food Day! National Food Day was initiated in 2011 from the middle for Science in the Public Interest in hopes of getting people to start making healthier eating choices. Since that time, tens of thousands of events have happened to bring awareness about healthful and very affordable eating. Here at Beau-coup, we have it acknowledge it — we love our food. And we love our candy more. But recently, we’ve been think of manners for us to be healthier both in the workplace and in home and today’s national day is just the inspiration we needed to make some healthier choices with our ingestion habits.So after doing some researchwe came across several fantastic infographics about fixing substitutions on Buzzfeed and chose to share a few of our favorites! It is amazing how much fitter these ingredients are for us and we still don’t look any yummy flavors! Keep scrolling to find the list and do not forget to share how you are celebrating healthy eating now together with the hashtags #NationalFoodDay and #beaucoupfavors!
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Use a food processor to grate cauliflower until it resembles exactly the same feel as rice. Add the grated cauliflower and water at a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until hot and tender. Add your favourite spices on top and you’ve got the healthiest and tastiest”rice” around.
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Sounds crazy ? But black beans are a terrific substitution for flour in baking! Just ensure that your black beans are emptied and rinsed very first. (You are able to sew them also if you prefer.) This choice will save hundreds of calories and it’s gluten free!
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Substituting butter will save hundreds of calories! (According to some Popsugar post, half a cup of butter is all about 813 calories whereas half a cup of avocado is 184 calories.) The avocado will also supply you with benefits like healthy fats, protein, vitamin B, fiber, and potassium.
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Using lettuce rather than a tortilla is also a major calorie saver. Lettuce is sturdy enough to maintain your interior foods and offers you that crunch! Lettuce is also a great alternative for bread. Try it with burgers and hotdogs!
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Scoop the seeds of a spaghetti squash and heat in the oven until the flesh is tender. As soon as you’re done using the oven, use a fork to scoop out the squash in strands. It appears just like spaghetti! This is a great option for anybody who wants to reduce calories and consume”milder” tasting noodles.
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Unlike mayonnaise, avocados contain healthy fats. Avocados are lower in calories, supply nutrients and vitamin. Mayo doesn’t. Try spreading avocado in your sandwiches instead to find that moisture your searching for but with all the extra advantages!
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Greek yogurt still provides a tangy taste but with fewer calories than sour cream. Additionally, it contains less fat and gives protein!
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Employing cauliflower instead of dough will save you calories and provide you the advantages of less bloating, fiber, vitamin C, folate, amino acid and fewer carbohydrates!
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All You Need to do is mix your banana until it’s in the same consistency as ice cream! You’ll save yourself from a lot of sugar and instead acquire fiber and potassium. Feel free to add ice cream and coconut milk if you want for thickness.
Have you tried any of these alternative foods? Are you aware of any others that you think should be on the list? Please let us know with a comment!
