From a certain age, diet becomes a key factor in staying young and fit. Achieving that balanced diet doesn't require great sacrifices, just a little common sense and a slight change in habits. In our dishes, we can create a green base with broccoli or Brussels sprouts, rich in vitamins A and D. The cream color of potatoes or cauliflower—two of the most complete foods—pairs well with the orange of carrots, which are rich in carotene, compounds that the liver transforms into vitamin A. Finally, a touch of golden color with a good splash of olive oil, which has a long list of healing properties that are too numerous to mention. And very little or no salt. Purists claim that the only thing that doesn't make you gain weight is what stays on the plate. But there's no need to go to such extremes. To maintain an ideal weight, nutritionists say it's better to eat at least five times a day, but in small amounts. In this way, metabolism stays active, and we avoid the body, deprived of food for hours, panicking and tending to store everything it receives in anticipation of new fasting periods. Based on the above, it's important to know a little about what we consume—vegetables, meats, fish, fruits, legumes, seeds. This way, we can achieve a very suitable balance to reach a balanced and healthy diet that benefits us as the years go by. Healthy Cooking Recipes Some recipes that should not be missing in your balanced diet are the ones we recommend below. (We recommend clicking on the recipe title) Surimi Salad with Thousand Island Dressing This very simple recipe is refreshing for summer days and light for those who watch their figure. Where the dressing will be as light as you desire by using low-fat versions when making it at home. Greek Salad with Shrimp Cool off on hot days with this delicious Greek salad with shrimp. Glazed Salmon with Mustards, Rosemary, and Thyme Oven-baked salmon recipe with a cream of mustards with thyme and rosemary. Exquisite even for those who don't like salmon. Salad with Breaded Goat Cheese Salad with breaded goat cheese with breadcrumbs, thyme, green onions, and Dijon mustard. Artichoke Soup A rich artichoke cream with a touch of spices. Beef and Vegetables Stir-Fry Beef and many vegetables marinated in soy sauce stir-fried. Roasted Pepper Salad Salad with pepper and ham, serve it with Tostadas Milpa Real.

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