When the New Year rolls around so do many resolutions, although not all of them are kept.
According to Victorian-based dietitian Kate Save from Be Fit Food, not all resolutions are created equally – and some are better than others.
The mother-of-two revealed to FEMAIL the five worst she has heard people make.
Victorian-based dietitian Kate Save (pictured) believes that not all resolutions should stay around
GIVING UP COFFEE
Many people resolve to give up coffee come January 1, but this isn’t always a good thing:
‘Of course too much caffeine is no good, but moderate amounts, up to 200mg per day, one to three coffees depending on size and strength, actually has health benefits,’ Kate explained to FEMAIL.
These health benefits include aiding memory and reducing risk of developing Alzheimer’s.
‘It also helps for sport whereby the correct dose reduces your perceived rate of exertion making exercise feel much easier!,’ she added.
Kate believes that we can drink coffee as long as we consume it in moderate amounts (stock image)
GOING GLUTEN FREE
‘Unfortunately the “gluten free” sales campaign is a great revenue earner for many companies who cash in by charging more for their gluten-free products,’ Kate told FEMAIL.
Kate said she believes that the gluten free industry confuses the average person who is seeking better health but is not affected with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.
‘A gluten free diet might be required for some people, but for many who don’t understand its real purpose and choose gluten free products for weight loss may be deceived,’ she said.
‘They are often highly processed and sugar or fat loaded to compensate for the change in taste and texture by removing the chewy binding properties of gluten.’
Kate said she believes that the gluten free industry confuses the average person who is seeking better health but is not affected with coeliac disease (stock image)
ONLY BUYING ORGANIC
Most people know that organic food is more expensive and although they don’t use commercial pesticides, Kate said they do use counterparts that aren’t good for the body, such as salicylates.
‘Aside from this, Aussie soil is not as bad as it’s cracked up to be and is naturally rich in essential minerals,’ Kate said.
‘So if you’re seeking a more natural diet, just eat more plant-based foods, regardless of source and wash them before consumption.’
Most people know that organic food is more expensive and although they don’t use commercial pesticides, Kate said they do use counterparts that aren’t good (stock image)
‘Aside from this, Aussie soil is not as bad as it’s cracked up to be and is naturally rich in essential minerals,’ Kate said (stock image)
SAYING BYE TO DAIRY
For those wanting to say say farewell to dairy, Kate recommends you stick with it.
‘This high protein and naturally high calcium containing food group is essential for growing bodies plus for those who are active and even those who are ageing,’ she shared with FEMAIL.
‘Dairy alternatives may not contain equivalent protein and calcium so be aware if substituting and everything in moderation is key.’
For those wanting to say say farewell to dairy, Kate recommends you stick with it (stock image)
One of the main things people claim they are going to give up come the New Year is chocolate, which Kate said isn’t necessary (stock image)
GIVING UP CHOCOLATE
One of the main things people claim they are going to give up come the New Year is chocolate, which Kate said isn’t necessary.
Instead, you just have to be smart about the chocolate you’re eating.
‘What about the antioxidant benefits? Yep, cocoa is Rich in polyphenols and the darker the chocolate, the higher the antioxidants and generally the lower the sugar content too,’ she said.
‘Choose a less commercial brand and enjoy one to two pieces most days, just like in the Mediterranean diet.’