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Step 1
Avoid wheat products. Many people even like to avoid gluten, a wheat byproduct. Check labels carefully. Wheat and gluten are in many products and come under many names.
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Step 2
Eat whole grains such as quinoa, buckwheat, brown rice and millet.
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Step 3
Step up your intake of fruits and vegetables. Plan your main meals around vegetables. Eat about 80 percent vegetables, fruits and grains, and 20 percent protein.
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Step 4
Eat healthy fats. Use olive oil, avocado oil or coconut oil for cooking. Avoid fried foods.
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Step 5
Eat fish. Fish contains omega 3s and if eaten at least once a week can improve your overall health.
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Step 6
Drink plenty of water. Many people are dehydrated and don't even know it. A good rule of thumb is to drink as many ounces as you carry in body weight a day. Water is especially important in the morning and helps eliminate toxins.
