What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Salad Every Day

Should You Be Eating Salads Every Day? It Depends... By  Rebecca Strong As far as foods go, salad has a superstar reputation: it's practically the poster child for weight loss and healthy eating. Whether you're trying to up your intake of fruits and veggies, shed pounds, or simply enjoy a meal that'll fuel you up while also curbing cravings, you can't go wrong with a salad.  But, what happens to your body when you eat salad every day? We spoke with Gina Keatley, a certified dietitian and nutritionist at Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy in New York City, to find out. According to the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you should be eating five servings (or 2 1/2 cups of vegetables) per day. Unfortunately, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that only one in ten American adults actually eat their recommended amount of veggies per day. Sounds pretty bleak, right? Well, eating a salad every day is an easy way to solve that problem—as long as you're "eating the rainbow" with a diverse array of vegetables. "Salads are generally low-starch foods that will help you to regulate your blood sugar better," says Keatley. "But not all salads are created equal." As Keatley points out, some fast-food salads can pack more than 2,000 calories—or your entire day's worth. "Just because there are some greens in it doesn't mean it’s going to be appropriate for your goals," she adds. In other words, salads can be a healthy staple in your diet, but if you're eating them daily, you should be mindful of your ingredients and portion sizes (especially where dressing and fats are concerned). Read on to find out what effects that daily salad can have on your body and overall health.   READ THE FULL ARTICLE    Latest Grocery & Healthy Eating News If you look at the popcorn kernels in your pantry and picture a plain snack, you're doing it wrong. It's the seasoning options, if you do them right, that can give your popcorn a new life without adding tons of extra calories—and we know the best place to start.  There's a new grocery chain that's been popping up across the country, with 30 more locations in the works—and you'll know the name.  Just because you may have read that wine can have some health benefits doesn't mean you should believe it's your magic elixir. It's not—and here's why. Costco members, you may have to pay more to shop at your favorite warehouse soon, according to experts. The last fee increase was in 2017, and another is probably coming.  What's In Our Cart?   Last week we shared our top picks for vanilla ice cream, so this week we couldn't neglect our chocolate lovers. We tried all of the popular supermarket chocolate ice cream favorites to determine which one tastes the best—because someone had to do it, right?    THIS IS THE BEST-TASTING CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM   What To Cook This Week   Nature's Cereal From baked feta pasta to the folded tortilla, TikTok has created some pretty massive food trends that people all over the world have been trying out. This "Nature's Cereal" trend is the latest craze, and it’s healthy—so you should give it a try! In less than five minutes, you’ll have a trendy new way to get in a proper serving of fruit for the day. What you’ll need: ice cubes, pomegranate seeds, blueberries, strawberries, coconut water   GET THE RECIPE   What's Trending On Social Media   If you're filling up on fried foods, refined flours, and sugar, your body could transition into a state of chronic inflammation that can lead to a whole slew of health problems. Start incorporating these anti-inflammatory foods into your diet on the regular, and you'll be on a much healthier, happier, and even leaner track. 🙌   FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM   About Contact Us FAQs Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Preferences © 2021 Galvanized Media, All Rights Reserved.