Stuck in an eating rut?
Here’s why dietary microrotation is so important.
But even if you stick to these foods religiously, you could still be sabotaging your health.
How Did We Get Here?
“Particularly for working parents who are also trying to homeschool, lunchtime can be such a nemesis.
For many, boredom has made its way onto our plates.
In this way, our food choices are coming from both a place of convenience but also comfort.
Eventually, your body will become bored, not only nutritionally but emotionally.
By choosing convenience, you’re sacrificing satiation and enjoyment.
And can’t we all use a little more of that these days?
Again, according to experts, dietary variety seems to be the best plan for your plate.
Sometimes, bloating is just a natural side effect of eating rich foods.
“Deprivation is never a good thing.
When you allow yourself to give in to cravings, you’ll experience a rush of endorphins and serotonin.
Middleberg couldn’t agree more.
“The more we think we can’t have it, the more we want it, right?”
Some experts even argue that the occasional ‘cheat’ meal can shock the body and temporarily boost metabolism.”
“Keeping it varied will give you more energy, plus help with detoxification and digestion.
Think yogurt, kimchi, miso, andother fermented foods, which all help to support gut health.”
“Women need more nutrients like iron, calcium, and folate,” says Middleberg.
When working from home more, most of us are eating three meals a day from our kitchen table.
Dietary microrotation doesn’t just mean swapping out entire meals.
It can often be easier to focus on individual ingredients.
