Keys for healthy eating

Adopt one healthy eating, in addition to improving your health and making you feel better, it also contributes to the well -being of the planet. 

Next, we give you keys to a healthy diet and how you can incorporate the balanced diet in your day to day. 

For more information, check our article on How to adopt sustainable feeding habits and responsible consumption.

What is healthy eating and why is it important?

The healthy eating It provides all the necessary foods to meet the nutritional needs of the body, as well as its operation. Includes fruits, vegetables, legumes, proteins and healthy fats in adequate proportions. 

The relationship between Food and health It is direct: a balanced diet prevents chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.

Characteristics of healthy eating

Healthy eating pyramid

The healthy eating pyramid It is a visual representation that allows us to see in a very easy way the proportions of each group of foods that we must consume. At the base of it, we find fruits and vegetables, followed by carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats, while at the tip are the foods that must be limited, such as sugars and saturated fats.

Fruits, vegetables and vegetables

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is essential to take care of our health. Discover how to incorporate them in your day to day with These easy recipes.

Fats

Fats are necessary, but not all are the same. Opt for "healthy" fats, such as olive or avocado oil, and reduces saturated fats of processed products.

Salt, sodium and potassium

It limits the consumption of salt and sodium foods, and prioritizes those with a high potassium content, such as banana and spinach, to balance blood pressure.

Sugars

Avoid added sugars and opt for natural sources such as fruit to keep blood glucose levels controlled.

Benefits of healthy eating

A balanced and healthy diet offers numerous benefits for your health such as:

1. Body weight control.
2. Improvement of digestion.
3. Prevention of chronic diseases.
4. Increased daily energy.
5. Better mental and emotional health.

Practical tips to maintain healthy eating

1. Plan your weekly meals To avoid impulsive decisions.
2. Includes variety of foods in your daily diet.
3. Stay hydrated, prioritizing water over other drinks.
4. Moderate portions, especially processed foods.
5. Go on Sustainable habits To improve your diet and take care of the environment.

Practice healthy eating with Carlett

To maintain one healthy eating And sustainable, having adequate tools is essential. 

In Carlett we offer you practical solutions for your daily purchases:

Large capacity purchase cars

Facilitate your purchases with Our great capacity cars, ideal for transporting your fresh and healthy foods.

Reusable and folding purchase bag

Make your most sustainable purchases with the Reusable and folding bag, perfect to always carry with you.

Reusable fruit and vegetable bags

Keep your foods fresh with our Reusable bags for fruits and vegetables, designed to reduce the use of plastics.

Frequent questions

What is healthy eating?

Healthy eating provides all the nutrients necessary to maintain the proper functioning of the body, prevent diseases and promote a good quality of life.

What should have healthy eating?

1. Food variety: incorporate different food groups, such as fruits, vegetables, proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats and dairy.
2. Nutrient balance: It must include macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) in the appropriate amounts.
3. PORTION CONTROL: Consume appropriate portions to avoid excess calories.
4. Proper hydration: drinking enough water is essential for the operation of the organs.
5. Less processed foods: Reduce ultraprocessed food intake, high in sugars, trans and sodium fats.

What is the importance of healthy eating?

1. Disease prevention: A balanced diet can prevent chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.
2. Energy and performance: It provides the necessary energy for daily activities, improves physical and mental concentration and performance.
3. Immune function: Essential nutrients help maintain a strong immune system.
4. Mental health: a balanced diet also improves mood and emotional health.
5. Healthy weight: good food helps maintain healthy body weight.

What are healthy eating types?

1. Mediterranean diet: rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fish and olive oil. It stands out for its low content of red meat and saturated fats.
2. VEGARIAN OR VAGAN DIET: It is based on foods of plant origin, excluding or limiting products of animal origin. These diets should be planned well to avoid nutritional deficiencies.
3. Comprehensive food -based diet: focuses on unprocessed or unprocessed foods, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains, limiting ultra -processed products.