We all know by now that balance is important. But it’s not always easy to have a perfectly balanced meal every single day or at every eating moment. To make it easier, try focusing on balance over a week instead of per day!
To stay healthy, your body needs a wide range of nutrients. It’s nearly impossible to get all of them every day. So don’t stress about that—instead, look at your overall eating pattern throughout the week. If you eat too few vegetables one day, you can make up for it the next. If you had a big brunch on Sunday, go for a lighter salad on Monday.
By looking at your weekly eating pattern, it’s easier to maintain a healthy lifestyle—and one less healthy day doesn’t mean you’ve failed. There’s always an opportunity to bring things back into balance.
Keep it fun and realistic for yourself—and enjoy that piece of cake just as much as you enjoy a nourishing salad!