NEW YORK, March 28, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spring is the perfect time to take another look at your family’s health and wellness. Whether it’s eating right, learning nutritional tips or going outdoors for needed sunshine – you can make the best of it for the whole family. Recently, Terra Wellington, Editor-in-Chief of SimpleMomsGuide.com, teamed with YourUpdateTV, to share some simple spring nutrition tips to make a difference for you and your family.
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One of the biggest new trends in nutrition is plant-based protein. This is protein from plants like peas, lentils, beans, chia seeds and almonds. Plant-based protein tends to be lower in calories and fats, while higher in fiber and other nutrients, making it a healthy option for the family.
A very active category is dairy-free products, such as dairy-free cheese and yogurt. Daiya is a great example of this. They have a Greek Yogurt Alternative that is dairy, gluten, and soy free. Bursting with real fruit pieces, Daiya Greek Yogurt Alternative is rich and creamy in texture, delicious and made from coconut cream. Each cup contains 6 to 9 grams of plant-based protein – it’s great if you’re lactose intolerant, vegan, or just looking to eat healthier in general.
While nutrition and diet are inexorably linked, it’s more important to cultivate a healthy lifestyle rather than jumping from diet to diet. Many people who are overweight have tried multiple different diets which haven’t worked. We have to remember that being overweight comes with consequences, such as a higher risk for heart disease and diabetes. Changing to a more vegetable and fruit-based diet with plant proteins, grains, and lower fats can be very helpful.
Even your drink choices count! An easy tip to remember is stay away from junk food’s empty calories and eat whole foods with lots of nutrients. Sunsweet Amaz!n Prune Juice is a great example of the type of nutritious beverage you should be seeking out. It’s 100% juice, a good source of fiber (with 3 grams per serving), and contains 5 essential vitamins and minerals. Made from Sunsweet Prunes, the juice is also beneficial for your digestive health, the foundation for good overall health. Sunsweet Amaz!n Prune Juice is a delicious addition to your everyday healthy routine.
For more information, please visit SimpleMomsGuide.com
About Terra Wellington: Actress and TV personality Terra Wellington regularly appears on morning TV and radio programs across the nation to talk about healthy living and environmental issues. She is the editor-in-chief at SimpleMomsGuide.com, a lifestyle site for busy moms that gives inspiration and how-to’s for food and everyday healthy living. She is also the author of The Mom’s Guide to Growing Your Family Green: Saving the Earth Begins at Home.
About YourUpdateTV: YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content, produced by award-winning video communications firm, D S Simon Media (http://www.dssimon.com). It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology.