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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – (December 15, 2011) – As the New Year is ushered in, millions of people will make resolutions to eat better and lose weight. In our fast-paced society, it is important to place an emphasis on eating healthy while on the run, in order to be successful at those goals. Recent research reported by the United States Department of Agriculture reports that Americans are now spending around 40 percent of their food budget on eating outside of the home. What’s more, a study in “Obesity Reviews” reports that those eating out of the home tend to consume more calories and less nutrition.
“With all that we have to do that keeps us busy today, we need access to nutritious food options in order to achieve and maintain good health,” explains Jolly Backer, the chief executive officer of Fresh Healthy Vending (www.freshvending.com). “When it comes to eating outside of the home, it is even more important to focus on eating healthy, so that your goals go where you go.”
The good news is that it is possible to eat healthy on the run. Here are some tips to help maintain healthy eating habits while on the go:
Only snack when you are hungry. Avoid nibbling and snacking just because of what time it is, since this will only add calories where they are not needed.
Opt for fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible. The more you can get in per day, the better. Whether for snacking or meals, fresh fruits and veggies are always a wise choice.
Keep portion sizes in check. Whether it is a snack out of the vending machine or a lunch at a restaurant, the amount being eaten matters. Always keep the portion size in mind, since exceeding it adds on additional unnecessary calories.
Avoid sugary beverages. They merely add empty calories. Instead, opt for water or drinks that are not sugary, such as tea, healthy smoothies, etc.
Look for low-fat options. There are lower-fat options when it comes to meals, as well snacks. When looking for a healthy snacking option, for example, looked for fruits, veggies, baked chips, popcorn, or cereal bars.
Plan ahead. The more that your meals and snacks are planned out, the better off you will be. Check menus, consider options, and map out what will be eaten. This helps people avoid becoming really hungry and having to scrounge around for whatever they can find.
“There are many effective ways to stay on the path to healthy eating, even when you are eating outside of the home,” adds Backer. “It really comes down to making sure you have access to those healthier options. The more they are a part of your life, the healthier you will likely be.”
Fresh Healthy Vending focuses on always offering healthy snack options to those on the run. Their machines, which are dual-climate-controlled, are filled with all-healthy snack options, such as drinks, fresh fruits and vegetables, protein and granola bars, yogurt, and baked crackers and chips. They have over 800 vending machines around the country and in Canada, in such locations as hospitals, schools, and corporate office buildings. Those who have access to Fresh Healthy Vending machines will find that they always have healthy food options at their fingertips.
About Fresh Healthy Vending
Based in San Diego, Fresh Healthy Vending is a company that started in 2010 and is revolutionizing vending machines by filling them with healthy, natural food options. Dubbed the “future of vending,” they are leading the way in healthy food vending. Their machines offer 100-percent juices, fresh vegetables, fruits, smoothies, and yogurts. The Fresh Healthy Vending machines are franchised and are being placed in schools, offices and other locations throughout the country. To learn more about Fresh Healthy Vending, visit the website at www.freshvending.com.
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Sources:
News Medical. People eat out of home consume more calories and fat, less micronutrients. November 2011.
USDA. Eating out increases daily calorie intake. June 2010.
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