Dump Dieting Forever — It ALWAYS Fails!

But let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water

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Believe it or not, this is not an anti-diet rant. I stand by my statements that diets don’t work, but i’m not suggesting if you turn your back on dieting you give up on nourishing your body. As I explained in my previous nutrition series, I have turned my back on dieting forever. However, I am still passionate about trying to eat a balanced healthy diet that gives your body everything it needs to thrive. So here are the things I can’t live without for affordable healthy eating.

What This Article Is NOT

1. It’s not fatphobia dressed up in a “concern for health” disguise. There will be no mention of fat or carbs, or calories. JUST nutrients. I am wise to diet culture sneaking in through the “wellness” and “lifestyle” door, but it sure as hell ain’t happening on my watch!
2. It’s not a guide you must follow to the letter. These are things that work for me to help me get what my body needs. If items aren’t available, or you can’t afford them or even don’t like them, it’s OK! Use the tips to make affordable healthy eating in your own way.
3. It’s not a privileged white woman guide. I can only write from my own experience because, hey, I am a privileged white woman! I did grow up pretty…