Eating Healthy?

Proper nutrition starts at home. We as a parent should provide our children good and healthy eating habits. Promoting a balanced diet in our family will reduce the risk of having or facing diseases. But, affording healthy groceries is always a struggle, especially during the holidays when you feel like eating more and your budget is tight. I know that after watching the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show last night, I definitely don’t feel like eating more food; I feel like eating more healthy food. Those girls are downright gorgeous. Of course, I’ll never have the body of a super model, but their flat abs and long, lean legs definitely motivated me to get in better shape. I know I can eat healthier and exercise more frequently. Not only will I look better, I know I will feel better, too. It’s amazing how quickly you forget how good it feels to be in shape. Sitting on the couch after a long day instead of heading to the gym feels awesome, until you do it for two or three weeks in a row. Then, your laziness starts to catch up with you. Eating right and staying in shape can be expensive. Like I said, those grocery bills and gym membership fees definitely add up. However, the costs are certainly worth it. Taking care of yourself now will pay off later. Investing in your health will save you the trouble of serious health problems down the road. Not only can serious health problems be a detriment to your livelihood, they can also take a toll on your finances. Doctor visits, medications, therapy, routine checkups, and all that jazz can cost thousands of dollars even if you have insurance. The moral of the story is that eating right and staying fit won’t make you a Victoria’s Secret Angel, but it is imperative to adding minutes to your life. Unfortunately, affording all the things necessary for good health, like fresh produce and lean meats, can be expensive.