| One benefit of spending many years as a | | | | Basic brown rice is delicious, |
| student is learning how to live a | | | | economical and the highest of all grains |
| healthy life on a budget. Here is a list | | | | in B vitamins. It also contains iron, |
| especially for those who say it's too | | | | vitamin E and some protein. Soak as with |
| expensive to live a healthy life. | | | | all grains overnight. Another great |
| Preparation here is an important factor. | | | | alternative is wild rice which is not |
| Say goodbye to packaged breakfast | | | | considered a grain but a seed of a |
| cereals (even whole grain), they are | | | | native American plant. It is high in |
| expensive, poor in nutrients and | | | | protein, B vitamins and minerals. Both |
| difficult to digest. Soak your oatmeal | | | | are low in good fats so remember to eat |
| (preferably organic) overnight to reduce | | | | with butter to reduce the glycemic index |
| the nasty anti-nutrients (see grain - | | | | (rate at which blood insulin levels |
| friend or foe article) and add plain | | | | rise). |
| yoghurt/ mixed nuts/dried coconut. | | | | Always cook extra with leftovers in |
| Eggs - they are a low cost alternative | | | | mind. My dinner leftovers usually turn |
| to meat. 'They are rich in just about | | | | up for lunch. |
| every nutrient we have yet discovered' | | | | Walk more - park the car further away, |
| (Nourishing Traditions). Quality does | | | | carry the shopping the little bit extra |
| make a difference, so choose free range | | | | and don't forget to take the stairs |
| (even better organic). | | | | instead of the elevator. |