What Foods To Eat to Begin Feeling Good

In his video, "What Foods To Eat to Begin Feeling Good," Dr. Granola shares a philosophy of health centered on the idea of getting "a little less worse every day." Rather than prescribing a strict diet, he emphasizes the importance of eliminating toxins and listening to your body's natural signals.

Key takeaways from the video:

1. Addition by Subtraction

The primary step to feeling better isn't necessarily adding new "superfoods," but eliminating the "garbage" already in your diet. Dr. Granola argues that there is no point in eating home-cooked meals if you are still consuming processed snacks and high-fructose corn syrup [01:16]. Your body's health will naturally "rise to the top" like cream once you stop feeding it things that bring it down [02:38].

2. The 30-Day Elimination Challenge

To make lasting changes, he recommends a gradual approach:

• The Challenge: Every 30 days, choose one specific "garbage" food that you know in your heart isn't good for you and stop eating it [02:56].
• The Result: By slowly removing these items, your cravings will eventually disappear, and your palate will begin to change [08:31].

3. Focus on "Free Foods" and Whole Options

Dr. Granola highlights specific foods that support well-being:

• Cruciferous Vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts are described as "almost free food" because they are low in calories but high in essential enzymes [04:18].
• Whole Grains and Proteins: He personally enjoys mixing steamed vegetables with millet, sautéed tempeh, onions, and mushrooms [04:42].
• Lemon Water: He suggests drinking lemon water to help break up mucus and toxins within the body [06:41].

4. The "So That" Mindset

Success in changing your diet depends on your internal motivation. He suggests using a "connector" to define your goals:

• Don't just say, "I want to change my diet."
• Say, "I want to change my diet so that I have more energy" or "so that I can dance at my grandchildren's wedding" [09:07].

5. Practical Tips for Better Digestion

• Chew Thoroughly: Digestion starts in the mouth. He emphasizes the importance of "chew, chew, chew" to ensure your body can properly process what you eat [10:58].
• Consult Professionals: Before embarking on intense cleanses or fasts, he strongly recommends speaking with a medical professional [07:38].

Watch the full video here: What Foods To Eat to Begin Feeling Good