Maintaining health and fitness is crucial, especially as we get older. Whether it’s for a better quality of life, living longer, or simply being able to enjoy the things you love, staying fit matters. One of the most effective ways to keep your waistline in check is by paying attention to what you eat. Back in my early 20s, I managed to shed 150 pounds naturally, and here’s how I did it—plus how I’ve kept it off for nearly two decades.
1. Stick to Natural Foods
If it’s packed with high fructose corn syrup or some strange chemical you can’t even say out loud, it’s not worth eating. I believe we should stick to foods that were meant for us—nothing artificial. The simplest way to follow this is to cook from scratch and check ingredient labels. My rule? If you can’t pronounce it, skip it.
2. Ditch Seed Oils
Seed oils are a disaster. They drain your energy and wreck your health. Oils like canola (which used to be called rapeseed), cottonseed, and so-called “vegetable” oil (spoiler: it’s not a health food) are loaded with omega-6 fatty acids. These have been tied to weight gain, cancer, and diabetes. I steer clear of them completely. Instead, I use olive oil, walnut oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, tallow (beef fat), or butter—way better options.
3. Cut Out Processed Sugars
A touch of sugar isn’t the end of the world, but piles of high fructose corn syrup or refined sugar? That’s a recipe for trouble. When buying food, glance at the label—aim for 10 grams or less of added sugar. If it’s sweetened with anything other than honey, dates, or cane sugar, put it back. Artificial sweeteners like aspartame are even worse; they’ve been connected to diabetes and cancer. Avoid them at all costs.
4. Keep Stress in Check
Stress isn’t just bad for your mind—it packs on the pounds too. High stress spikes cortisol, which can lead to more body fat. I make it a point to unwind daily, whether that’s a walk to get my heart pumping or lifting weights to blow off steam. Good sleep is key too—think dark, quiet, and restful.
5. Load Up on Fruits and Grass-Fed Beef
Grass-fed beef is a game-changer—tasty and packed with omega-3s (sorry, salmon, you’ve got competition). I also eat plenty of organic fruits. Non-organic ones can be loaded with pesticides, which have been linked to cancer and all sorts of health issues, so I stick to the good stuff.
How It Worked for Me
With these five habits, I dropped 150 pounds and haven’t looked back in almost 20 years. If I can pull it off, so can you. Thanks for reading—and for trusting Taylor Family Store LLC with your estate needs and health tips! One last thought: unless your doctor is an open-minded naturopath with solid integrity (not just pushing Big Pharma pills), I’d skip their advice. Most don’t get it.
Here’s to your health!
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