If your kitchen looked anything like mine this holiday season, there was a constant stream of cookies and pies, rich sauces, and fatty meats, chips, dips, cheeses, crackers, and candies—oh my!
It was delightful and delicious, but we’ve had our fill, and we are feeling a little bit run down. Sound familiar?
Now that the gifts have been unwrapped, the halls un-decked, and the goodies consumed, it’s time to right this train and incorporate more consistent, nutritious offerings back into our family meal plan.
By refocusing on clean, whole foods and reducing processed foods and sugars, everyone’s energy levels, immune systems, and carb addictions should be in check in no time.
Restock
The first step, of course, is to restock the fridge and pantry. Head to the grocery store or your favorite online delivery service and stock up on an abundance of healthful ingredients. A focus on fresh fruit and vegetables and lean meats, organic whenever possible, is a great place to start. Think chicken, fish, turkey, lean beef, and a super colorful and plentiful variety of selections from the produce section.
