In 2022, there have been some nutrition trends that have been everywhere you look. But are they on your plate? Take a look below!
Diets That are Low in Carbs But High in Fat
Deli roll-ups without the carbs are part of the ketogenic movement. While keto has been popular for several years now, it seems it’s going to keep being a focus for many. Most dieticians will tell you though that you don’t need to avoid carbohydrates or load up on more dietary fat. It’s important to eat all the macronutrient groups to fuel your body for its best health.
Plant-Based Focus
At the supermarket, you’ve likely noticed all the plant-based options that turn plants into burgers, chicken strips, and more. It’s not a new trend either, but it’s one that is definitely providing far more options. To be plant-based, you don’t have to give up meat though, or mash it into meat-like shapes and textures. It’s more about being plant-forward, which is simply keeping your meat and fish on the sidelines and making most of your plate contain plants.
Immune-Boosting Foods
With the events of the last few years, it’s little wonder that people are turning toward more immune support. Foods that function in this way to give bolstered immunity are definitely trending in nutrition. This also includes the merging with other emergent trends like CBD, for example.
Healthy and Convenient Snacks
Snacks often get a bad reputation, but snacking is a great way to keep balance. As long as you’re snacking properly, that is. While snacking habits have increased since the pandemic came about, many people are looking for more convenience in healthy snack options. Superfoods make for super snacks, and some of the trends spotted in this realm include healthy snacks made with fermented foods, blueberries, chia seeds, hemp seeds, exotic fruits (think acai), avocados, nuts, green tea, ancient grains, and leafy greens like spinach and kale.
Intermittent Fasting
The trend of intermittent fasting is still running full steam ahead. It’s all over social media, and while it does bring results, it’s important to know if it’s right for you. There are many ways to do intermittent fasting but the biggest takeaway here is that you should speak to your doctor and make sure you’re getting correct information about how to do it right for a safe and healthy experience.
