In a world fairly saturated with diet trends, superfood fads, and contradictory nutritional recommendations, the idea of healthy eating can feel confusing and exhausting. One week, carbs are the enemy; the next week, fat is back in fashion. Against this backdrop of confusion and trend-chasing, the wisdom of life can be easily overlooked. And that is why the voice of Marion Nestle matters now more than ever.
At 89, Marion Nestle is thriving and how! She is one of the world’s most respected nutrition experts. She continues to write, teach, speak, and advocate for healthier food systems. A former professor of nutrition, food studies, and public health at New York University, Nestle is best known for her realistic approach to food: eat real food, enjoy it, and understand the systems behind what ends up on your plate.
She has never promoted miracle diets or extreme rules. Instead, her philosophy is simple and realistic; it is based on balance and common sense.
The key to Nestle’s long life isn’t about trying to stay young or denying herself the joy of eating by following strict self-discipline. It’s about establishing healthy practices to facilitate healthy living throughout a long life. Nestle’s attitude toward healthy eating couldn’t possibly offer a more timely reminder that healthy eating doesn’t necessarily have to involve expensive and tedious processes and recipes.
Here, in this guide, we explore six simple, practical, healthy eating tips preached by Marion Nestle. We aim to incorporate decades of her research, teaching, and personal experience — and list them into easygoing yet highly effective food lessons!