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The problem with diets is that they generally will make good-for-you foods taboo. Paleo, Atkins, vegan, and so on. Follow these and you can’t have grass fed beef (or you can only eat grass fed beef) and little to no organic produce or dairy or …

The problem IS NOT that we eat dairy, meat, starches, or even sugars. The problem is we eat TOO MANY of the WRONG KINDS of these foods. I mean do we really need a plate of spaghetti with a side of garlic bread and a salad loaded with croutons? That’s a ton of starch and very little anything else. Why not a grilled chicken breast with a small side of whole grain noodles topped marinara and some grilled asparagus with olive oil on the side?

Our goal should be to eat high-quality versions of whole foods in the right ratios. We don’t need 12 ounces of meat in one sitting, nor do we need to forgo high-glycemic fruits like watermelon or bananas. There is balance that can be embraced which will make for a more versatile and satisfying way of life.

These diets are fine to follow as a test or for a term. But if you’re looking to make permanent lifestyle changes, don’t fall for the diet hype that make good for your foods bad.

I have insulin resistance and my blood sugar was way high. I knew I had to do something, so when I heard about Matthew, I decided to check it out. It has helped me tremendously. In just about 4 months my blood sugar went way down!! The doctor is happy and so am I. I also enjoyed doing the 90 Day Fitness Challenge. It helped me take more responsibility for every area of my life.

KAREN C.Leola, PA