The No. 1 rule to healthy eating? Everything in moderation, according to Purple Carrot founder and CEO Andy Levitt. "The key is not go to the extreme or completely deprive yourself of your favorite foods," says Levitt. "If you do, your healthy-eating resolutions just won't work. We've coined a new term to describe our approach: balanceatarian. That's someone who consciously integrates plant-based eating into their life while not completely giving up meat, fish, and dairy."
He continued, "Taking the time to meal prep and to plan a menu is the best way to do this. Whether you choose a meal kit delivery service or dedicate time on Sundays to prepping for dinners during the week, you'll be less likely to turn to takeout after work. Plant-based eating can also reduce the chance of high blood pressure by 55 percent and the chance of heart disease by 32 percent, and reduces the risk of depression."
