BUSY LIFE: HEALTHY FOOD SWAPS

When life is busy sometimes the best you can do is make a simple swap and count it as a WIN!

Grains + Carbs

• White bread → Whole grain bread (more fiber, longer fullness)

• White rice → Brown rice or quinoa

• Regular pasta → Whole-wheat or chickpea pasta

• Sugary cereal → Oats or high-fiber cereal

Snacks + Treats

• Chips → Air-popped popcorn

• Cookies → Dark chocolate (70%+)

• Ice cream → Greek yogurt with fruit

• Candy → Freeze-dried fruit

Drinks

• Soda → Sparkling water with lemon/lime

• Energy drinks → Green tea

Cooking + Meals

• Fried foods → Baked, air-fried, or grilled

• Hamburger → Turkey burger

• Heavy cream → Greek yogurt or coconut milk

• Butter → Olive oil or avocado