With so many diet fads showing up now and then, we are given plenty of options to try. The beauty of it is that we have the freedom to choose which best suits us. At present, the surprising alternative is that we can learn a thing or two from our younger generation. For this year, you can try these millennial foods as part of your diet plan.
According to AARP, the Texas Christian University Profession of Nutrition, Anne VanBeber opted to eat what they referred to as "clean food." This clean food is mainly focused on avoiding processed foods and consuming more fruits and vegetables.
1. Avocado Toast
It is widely known that avocados are one of the nutritious foods you can include in your daily diet. With tons of recipes for avocados, we can't ignore the most recent version that the younger generation considered a staple food choice. The Avocado toast has now been popping up on restaurant menus for everyone to enjoy.
2. Cauliflower
Previously, although deemed as nutritious, cauliflower was just another essential ingredient added to many dishes. However, according to the Good Times, sales of cauliflower-containing products increased by 71% in 2018. The millennials have turned cauliflower into the perfect alternative for rice, which is a must-try for your diet plan for this year.
3. Kale
There is not much talk about Kale. However, millennials took it and turned it into one of their go-to food choices. Kale has excellent benefits, especially for healthy bones, heart, brain, and the gut. Aside from using it for salads and soups, you can try how the new generations use it as kale chips, burrito wraps, and juice.
4. Kombucha
When it comes to healthier alternatives for beverages, kombucha is the new favorite of millennials. This healthy probiotic drink is fermented, unpasteurized tea, which is best for battling inflammation, improving digestion, and aids gut health.
5. Matcha
Previously, we have been introduced to the benefits of green tea. At present, with the influence of young ones, we see the rise of matcha or powdered tea. Studies revealed that matcha kicks the benefits of green tea up a notch due to its processing techniques.
6. Oatmilk
The best alternative to dairy milk, which contains more fiber, is oatmilk. Additionally, millennials opt for oat milk because it is more sustainable for the earth.
7. Overnight Oats
Gone are the days of eating regular oatmeal during breakfast. The younger generation introduces overnight oats, a one-dish, no-cook breakfast that provides lots of soluble fiber. Additionally, it also aids in lowering cholesterol, controlling blood sugar, and provides vitamins like calcium and magnesium.
8. Poke Bowls
Using the traditional Hawaiian dish, millennials are now enjoying the flavors and health benefits of poke bowls. This dish is made of marinated raw fish, typically tuna, mixed with vegetables and rice. It is a low-calorie, low-fat meal that provides fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other phytochemicals.
9. Quinoa
Another best alternative for rice is quinoa, a whole-grain superfood that provides plenty of nutrients like magnesium, B-vitamins, and fiber. It is high in protein and gluten-free, promoting digestive health and lowering the risk for diabetes and cancer.
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