The Health Dictionary : The Food Rules by Michael Pollan

As much as I want to take the credit for making these rules, I can't. These amazing rules were written by Michael Pollan.

Learn more about Michael Pollan at: http://michaelpollan.com/press-kit/

The 10 Food Rules by Michael Pollan:

1. Eat real food, not too much, mostly plants.

-Fake food has gone through processing. There are still foods that are good for you besides just plants. Seeds, nuts, whole grains, etc.-

2. Don't eat anything your great grandmother wouldn't recognize.

Would your great grandmother recognize Coco Puffs, Apple Jacks, Fruit Loops, etc.?

3. Stay mostly out of the middle of the supermarket; shop on the perimeter of the store.

Processed food is usually found in the middle of the store. They put the milk, eggs, etc. near the back of the store so you pass all the processed food on your way and end up buying it. They also put processed food usually at eye level. They may have Quaker oatmeal packets on your eye level and whole rolled oats below it.

She may have been going to get bottled water in the back of the store, but as she passed all these processed chips, she just had to take a look.

4. Don't eat any food that won't eventually rot; avoid edible food-like substances. (Preservatives- next post)

Hot dogs for an example. They may look like meat, but they won't rot.

As disturbing as this may look, those are hot dogs in the process of being made.

5. Always leave the table 80% full.

Eat only until you are 80% full. We often overeat--eat more than we need. When you are questioning whether you should eat 1 more piece, just stop, or eat more fruits and vegetables. We also need to make sure we eat enough. Don't starve yourself.

Don't eat that last piece. Go for a healthier option.

6. Eat meals with the people you love.

This is very important because it helps you not rush into eating. It not only improves you meal but also your day. By doing this, it also helps you leave the table 80% full because you are talking.

7. Eat your colors.

We need to eat a NATURAL variety of food. Bright colors in natural food all have their benefits. Sorry! Fruit Loops don't count! They have to be NATURAL!!