3 Simple Ways to Eat More Veggies

Boost Your Immune System with More Veggies

If you’re trying to eat healthier and avoid bulky and high calorie ingredients like pastas and fatty meats, try substituting vegetables for some of the main ingredients.

Here are 3 simple substitutions that can keep you enjoying your favorite foods – but in a lighter, veggie version:

Spaghetti Squash – as a substitute for pasta, fork out the insides of a steamed or baked spaghetti squash, then top with your favorite sauce. Loaded with fiber and antioxidants, you’ll not only save calories, you’ll also be giving your immune system a boost.

Portobello Mushroom – as a ground meat substitute, either chop up and add to tomato sauce or leave whole and grill as burgers. At only 22 calories per  serving, portobello mushrooms are loaded with a variety of B vitamins that also help build up your immune system.

Eggplant – when making lasagna, skip the many layers of calorie-dense pasta and use thinly sliced eggplant instead. Besides the immune boosting antioxidants, eggplant skin is packed with nasunin – a compound found to stimulate brain cell membranes.

While these are just 3 ways to reduce calories and fat – and add nutrients and fiber – think of other ways to add more veggies to your diet, then share your recipes with friends and family.