Skeeter Bronson: [to his sister] I don't know anything about plants except that *you* make cakes out of them! - "Bedtime stories"
Not only does it mean budgeting more carefully, it means more consideration into meal planning.
Another thing that must be considered is that I have two young children (and a husband) who are also less willingly to make adjustments as well. So how does it work? Slowly. I've found that adjusting our diet is like putting a new fish in a fish tank. You can't drop it all in at once, you have to let the bag sit in the water a while.
the devil isn't walking tacos!
(Below is a blank menu document I use to meal plan! You're welcome to try it!)
What I have found is working best in our family are these little changes. Here they are:
*Fresh Locally Grown Foods!
*Meat Market-meats
*Twice a month Gluten Free
*Once a week Vegetarian
* Avoiding Dyes and MSG
*Checking ingredients at the store!
Just these little changes! It's already making a difference. Soon I'll post a menu and receipt from the store. I understand a draw back of healthy eating is the expense- as well as the time it can take to prepare. In future blogs I'll be addressing this!
Personally, I don't think strict limitation especially with children is the best option. We try to promote healthy eating habits as they grow but give way for treats and easy meals as well. The Devil isn't Walking Tacos- however promoting a healthy lifestyle is still very important!
I'm excited to have you grow with my family as we take the journey to a better all over diet!
http://www.buzzfeed.com/ashleyperez/8-foods-we-eat-in-the-us-that-are-banned-in-other-countries
http://www.prevention.com/food/healthy-eating-tips/23-ways-eat-clean-natural-foods/1-apples
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gluten-free-diet/my01140
http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/harmful-effects-of-monosodium-glutamate-msg/