In my latest 30-day intermittent fasting journal, I share my personal journey eating a different food from a jar or can every weekday. The 10 key factors I focused on were:
Intermittent fasting - I followed a 16-8 approach, fasting for 16 hours a day.
Foods in jars - I sampled a wide variety of canned, jarred and packaged foods.
Ingredients - I examined each food's ingredient list and researched unfamiliar items.
Nutrition - Using MyFitnessPal, I tracked my calories, carbs, fat and protein daily.
Portion control - I ate appropriate serving sizes of each food.
Variety - To avoid boredom, I explored many flavors, textures and cuisines.
Maintaining weight - My goal was to maintain my weight, not lose more.
Reflection - I analyzed each new food experience for taste, health value and satiety.
Moderation - I allowed myself treats without overindulging.
Accountability - Recording all foods kept me consistent with my plan.
This candid 30-day challenge provides inspiration and practical tips for anyone interested in trying intermittent fasting or simply eating healthier packaged foods.