Small changes lead to big results

When it comes to our personal nutrition and optimizing healthy digestion, making simple small changes can really do amazing things for our bodies.

Especially now that it is officially summer (yeahhh!), we tend to be more active yet crave cold, iced, and refreshing thirst-quenching beverages, fruits, or salads. We tend to eat a little lighter, however it is still important to notice what we are fueling our bodies with.

There are so many fantastic seasonal items we can start to incorporate into our diets that are jam packed with nutrients, flavors, and a whole bunch of goodness. Fresh produce and ripe fruits will leave us feeling more energized.

By adding a few of these hidden gems into your daily selections, you will notice how these small swaps will soon have an impact on your cravings and boost your energy levels.

Here are 10 simple swaps that will supercharge your tastebuds:

THIS for THAT

Soda/Pop

Water with lemon and stevia (also try freezing this like a popsicle).
Super refreshing

Ice Cream

Blend frozen banana with 1/2 cup almond milk.
Ice cream you can have every night 🙂

Mayo

Mashed avocado (on toast with chili flakes!)

Sauces/Dressings

Fresh herbs. Cilantro, basil, dill

ICE

Luke warm beverages (actually helps to cool you down)

Chips/Fries/Sides

Slice cucumbers with cinnamon (yes, you read that right!)
Or fresh peppers, snap peas or veggie sticks with hummus

Iceberg Lettuce based salads

Dark Leafy Greens, Spinach, or Kale for nutrient powerhouses

Sour Cream

Greek Yogurt (give you added protein)

Morning Coffee

Coconut water with fresh berries (and mint leaves)
LOVE!

Flour (in recipes)

Black Beans (nutrient boost and added fiber).
Try in brownies.

Our bodies are designed to eat seasonally. In the cold, winter months, we will crave more warming soups and comfort foods where the summer brings us more watery fruits and vegetables.
Its a great time to shop fresh and get creative in the kitchen!

Do you have a favorite summer dish?