Nourish Your Body Like a Goddess: 10 Healthy Eating Tips
In today’s fast-paced world, trying to eat healthy can feel like a full-time job. Between busy schedules, temptations at every corner (yes, chocolate chip cookies, I’m seeing you, looking at me 👀), and all the conflicting nutritional advice out there, it’s no wonder many of us feel overwhelmed.
But here’s the truth: healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. With a little planning, a dash of creativity, and a sprinkle of WOW energy, you can nourish your Goddess body and enjoy the process. Here are 10 tips to help you master a healthier food lifestyle—without the stress.
1. Plan Ahead
A little planning goes a long way. Take some time each week to sketch out your meals and healthy snacks. It not only saves time and money, but it also helps you avoid those last-minute ‘what’s for dinner?’ meltdowns (trust me, after 45 years together, I almost have my husband trained!).
Bonus: A plan makes the chore of grocery shopping oh so much smoother. (Hint: time and money savings.)
2. Stock Up on Healthy Staples
Whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and plenty of fruits and veggies—your pantry deserves these Goddess essentials. (But let’s be honest: what the heck are legumes? Your Goddess self may be asking. I had to Google it the first time too—the word sounded fancy and French to me, and parlez-vous français? That’s a non for moi. Lol!).
Legumes are the everyday superheroes you already know: beans (black, kidney, pinto, lima), peas (green, black-eyed), chickpeas, lentils, peanuts, and soybeans (aka edamame). Doesn’t sound so intimidating now, right?
Stocking up on these healthy staples makes it a breeze to whip up something nourishing when life gets busy. I’m a Costco shopper, and let me tell you—my pantry loves Costco. My wallet? Not so much. But organic tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and a variety of legumes—fancy word alert—in bulk? Totally worth it. (Honestly, I’m already picturing a big pot of hearty, healthy chili…and since it’s loaded with an assortment of legumes, I think I’ll call it chili de jour. Très gourmet, Goddess-style.)
3. Prep Ahead
Meet your new best friend: meal prep. Future-you will send present-you love letters if you get into the habit of meal prep. Wash and chop veggies, cook some grains, or prep proteins in advance. You can even set aside a cooking day for freezer meals—soups, lasagna, chicken divan, cabbage rolls (yes, my freezer is basically a five-star Goddess pantry). On busy nights, you’ll feel like your own fairy godmother when dinner just needs reheating. Remember that Gourmet Chili, consider making extra and freezing a container for a future meal.
Join the Goddess Tribe email Community to find recipes for budget-friendly, easy prep casseroles. They make nights when you really don't feel up to cooking easy-peasy! (Do people even say that anymore?)
4. Focus on Whole Foods
Fill your plate with foods that look like they came from Mother Nature, not a factory line. Whole foods are nutrient-packed, satisfying, and way kinder to your energy than processed stuff. The brighter and more colorful your plate, the happier your Goddess cells will be.
For inspiration, peek at my posts “Healthy Eating in Midlife: Fuel Your Radiant Goddess Era” and “Whole Foods for Midlife Women: Nourish Your Body and Mind.”
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5. Practice Mindful Eating
Mindful eating is a total game-changer. It’s about slowing down, savoring every bite, and actually tuning in to your Goddess body’s cues. No judgment, just presence.
One simple way to do this? Chew thoroughly. Digestion actually starts in your mouth, and chewing food well helps your stomach do less work later. It also slows you down so your brain has time to catch up and send those “I’m satisfied” signals.
When you eat mindfully, you notice flavors, textures, and how your body feels as you eat. You’re able to recognize the difference between true hunger and just eating out of boredom, stress, or habit (hello, late-night pantry raids). This helps you stop when you’re satisfied instead of when the plate is empty.
The benefits? Less overeating, fewer food guilt moments, and more joy in every meal. It turns eating from autopilot into a mini gratitude ritual—a chance to appreciate the nourishment, the love, and the effort that went into preparing it, and the way it fuels your Goddess glow. (And let’s be real, food always tastes better when you’re actually paying attention to it!)
6. Stay Hydrated
Sometimes what feels like hunger is really just thirst in disguise. Keep that water bottle close and sip throughout the day. If you’re forgetful, set reminders on your phone or smartwatch. And Goddess tip: never leave the house without water. (It's incredible how something free suddenly costs $5.00 the second you leave your driveway!)
Staying hydrated keeps your energy steady, your mind clear, and your Goddess glow shining from the inside out. (And yes, your future self will thank you for hydrating—because dehydration is a wrinkly Goddess in the making. An fyi, hydration is the cheapest beauty product on the market.)
7. Don't Skip Meals
Skipping meals unintentionally can put even the calmest Goddess (yes, you, my beauty!) into hangry mode—and trust me, nobody enjoys that crazy girl! When your blood sugar dips, focus and patience fly straight out the window.
You thrive on consistent fuel. Nourish yourself regularly or in a rhythm that truly works for you (like while you are practicing intermittent fasting), and your body will reward you with focus, energy, and balance. But letting your body go without nourishment simply because you weren't paying attention? That's unhealthy—and that's when things get messy!
Your body shifts into lockdown mode: clinging to calories, your metabolism slows, and stress hormones take over. (And let’s be honest, nobody likes that version of BE-YOU-tiful you...well, maybe your faithful furbaby, but only because in their language, unconditional love = kibble time.)
8. Practice Portion Control
Portion sizes can be sneaky, especially when dining out. Use smaller plates, measure servings, and remember this mantra: you can always go back for more. (My husband hasn’t mastered this yet—he treats the buffet line like a competitive sport…and I’m talking about dinners at home.)
Mindful eating plus smaller portions often leave you satisfied and comfortably walking away from the table (instead of wobbling away feeling like the proverbial stuffed turkey with the gobble, gobble mantra through your mind). Smaller portions also help keep your energy steady. Instead of big highs and even bigger crashes, your body feels fueled but not weighed down—making it a whole lot easier to keep your sparkle shining through the rest of the day.
9. Find Healthy Swaps
Small swaps equal big health WOWs. Try Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and swap refined grains (such as white bread, white rice, and white pasta) for whole grains (like oatmeal, brown rice, and whole-wheat bread). Whole grains bring more fiber, vitamins, and minerals to your plate—fueling your Goddess body the way it deserves.
Choose whole fruit over fruit juice—because when fruit is juiced, the sugar becomes concentrated while the fiber disappears. The result? Blood sugar spikes, more cravings, and extra calories you didn’t ask for. Whole fruit, on the other hand, keeps your digestion happy and your appetite in check.
And when the chip cravings strike? Unsalted popcorn makes a crunchy, satisfying stand-in. (Because let’s be real—who wants sad, flavorless substitutions. We want and deserve healthy swaps that taste amazing.)
10. Allow for Flexibility
Here’s your permission slip: healthy eating isn’t about perfection. It’s about balance. Enjoy the treat, savor the glass of wine, and don’t beat yourself up. A Goddess knows that it’s what you do most of the time that matters. One slice of birthday cake won’t derail your journey—but guilt just might.
(And honestly, you can brush that guilt right off, because calories consumed at a birthday party don’t count anyway—it’s clearly written in the Goddess handbook, Chapter 72, page 888, paragraph 7… You get the picture!)
Think of flexibility as one of your many secret Goddess superpowers, the kind we make up as we go and then add them to the Goddess handbook. Why? Because if it's written there, it's the truth, and because a life without chocolate isn't balanced. It's cruel and unusual punishment. And this Goddess doesn't do punishment (Chapter 58, page 532, paragraph 14...you get the picture!)
Goddess Takeaway
By weaving these 10 tips into your lifestyle, healthy eating becomes less about rules and more about rhythm. It’s about nourishing your body, honoring your cravings with balance, and creating a food lifestyle that supports your most vibrant, BE-YOU-tiful self.
So here’s to fueling your Goddess glow—one delicious, healthy meal at a time—because a true Goddess knows kale keeps her glowing, but chocolate keeps her sane.
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So, my fellow Goddess, go forth with these newfound tools, and may your journey be adorned with the warmth of self-love and the glow of confidence to embrace your journey through healthy food choices.
With love and laughter, continue to Live Bold and Shine Brightly like the Goddess you are!
Love, Positive Paula
Author/Mentor/FEMpreneur/Chief Positivity Officer (CPO) of Wealth of WOW
PS We all have stories. If you have a story to tell of how your health has improved and has positively impacted your life, I would love to hear from you at paula@wealthofwow.com. With your permission, your story may be included in my Health WOWs book.
