A Simple Guide to Cleaning Up Your Diet
If I were to write a "diet book" to end all diet books it would have 3 words. Stop Overeating Sh*t. So simple in theory but so difficult to do. Blame it on our culture, blame it on the super addicting formulas of modern foods, blame it on the rain (you got to blame it on something). I'm not saying you can't ever eat Sh*t. But once you overeat Sh*t, that's how you're going to feel. And the cycle repeats.
Ladies, we’ve all been there. One minute, you’re opening a bag of chips “just to taste,” and the next, you’re staring at the crumbs like they betrayed you.
It's time to SOS: Stop Overeating Sh*t.
Excess Sugar, Other "Ingredients" and Sodium are sabotaging your #goals.
Here's how to clean up your diet without becoming the kale police.
1. Ditch the Sneaky Sugar
Sugar is the Regina George of your diet—sweet, tempting, and a little toxic. Did you know the average American consumes 17 teaspoons of sugar daily? That's almost triple the recommended amount! It’s hiding in your granola bars, salad dressings, and that “healthy” yogurt.
Action: Read labels like they’re gossip columns. Look for code names like “high-fructose corn syrup” or anything ending in "-ose." Start swapping sugary snacks for fresh fruit or a handful of nuts.
Like numbers? Shoot for less than 25 grams of ADDED Sugar each day. Fun fact, most Starby's drinks have double that. Sorry, not sorry.
2. Slash the Sodium
Salt might not taste sweet, but it’s just as sneaky. Processed foods are loaded with sodium, which can lead to bloating, high blood pressure, and feeling like a pufferfish in your jeans. Salt is not always the enemy, processed foods loaded with chemicals are. Even your "healthiest" can soups are loading it up.
Action: Cook at home more often, and flavor to food with herbs, spices, or a splash of lemon. If you must grab packaged food, aim for less than 1500 grams per day.
3. Purge the Processed Stuff
If it has a shelf life longer than your houseplants, proceed with caution. Processed foods are often packed with preservatives, artificial flavors, and fats that do nothing for your energy or waistline.
Action: Adopt the “one-ingredient rule.” Fresh produce, lean meats, and whole grains should dominate your plate. If the ingredient list reads like a chemistry experiment, leave it on the shelf.
4. Plan Like a Boss
Failing to plan is planning to binge. When you’re starving at 3 p.m., that vending machine granola bar suddenly looks Michelin-star-worthy.
Action: Meal prep or keep emergency snacks handy, like boiled eggs, hummus with veggies, or a protein shake. A little planning saves you from hanger-induced regrettable choices.
Final Thoughts: You’re Worth It
Let’s be real—cleaning up your diet isn’t about being perfect. It’s about making intentional choices so you feel strong, energized, and fabulous. Middle age is the new prime time, so let’s fuel it with food that helps you thrive, not just survive.
Remember, you’re not giving up the foods you love. You’re just limiting your exposure to the ones that don't support your health. Now go out there and SOS like a pro!
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Love this!! Thanks for sharing! 😊