Recap: 12 Foods to Eat More of in 2012

If you're just now tuning in to the series, here's a recap. My goal with the "12 Foods" series is to provide some ideas on freshening up your diet by including some really nutrient-dense foods. Quite simply, foods that give you a lot of bang for your buck. Switching your focus [from meticulous counting, weighing and measuring] to the benefits of the food you're eating can help you achieve your health and wellness goals. It's about dietary quality as well as calories.

Here's the list:

1. Soybeans (edamame)

2. Yogurt

3. Milk

4. Beans

5. Salmon

6. Oatmeal

7. Cruciferous veggies (broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts)

8. Bulgur

9. Blueberries

10. Mushrooms

11. Butternut squash

12. Walnuts

Throughout this series, I hope you've picked up some new ideas and recipes to add some powerful nutrition to your diet this year! If you'd like some help incorporating these good foods into your diet, visit my website! I've got pre-planned menus (complete with grocery lists) available to help you put it all together. And don't forget, my New Year's Special is still going on through February (available in person or over the phone/FaceTime)!

Now I'd like to know, which food(s) off the list will you try to fill your plate with this year? Please leave your comments!

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