The promise of a New Year usually means making big commitments – eating healthy, being one. Making necessary changes for a healthy lifestyle can be overwhelming. But it’s not as behemoth as you think. It requires small steps and indulging in good habits to lead a heart-healthy lifestyle. When it comes to encouraging healthy eating habits, preparing meals at home is the ideal way of achieving them. JCPenney brings you all the kitchen appliances for healthy eating. Whether you’re trying to cook without oil, up your fruit and vegetable count, or just trying out a new vegan diet, these streamlined gears will surely help you stick to your goals.
Spin and Blend
For those who cringe at the thought of chewing on fruits and vegetables, a juice extractor can be life changing. For a healthy breakfast, kick start your day with antioxidant-rich juices that will keep you going. A juicer helps you separate the pulp from fruits and vegetables, so you get a thinner liquid that contains a higher concentration of vitamins and minerals. On the other hand, a blender works best with soft fruits and produces thicker juice or smoothies. It won’t separate the pulp, therefore, making the juice high in fiber.
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 | Just Toss Occasionally The air fryer craze is still on! To someone who loves to binge on chips and fries, air fryers make the perfect alternative to whipping up those crispy treats with less fat and calories. They circulate hot air around the food to create the same crispiness you get from frying with just a drop of oil, and less oil means less splatter and mess too. With a range of capacities, you can cook up appetizers to whole meals at once. Adjustable temperatures, automatic shut-off, and timers make air fryers easy to operate as well, so you get a no-fail dinner. |
| Cook, Roast, and Fry All-in-One The only daunting block to cooking at home is the time it consumes. A smart countertop can speed things up, and we have just two words for it – pressure cooker. Just add food, liquid and forget it! These instant pots will have you prepping a well-rounded, down-home meal in a cinch. Pressure cooking could help retain nutrients better, and cuts cooking time, so you don’t spend as many minutes in the kitchen. You can get in a workout (or at least squeeze in a brisk after-dinner walk) for the day. |  |
Taking Baby Steps
Getting everyone in your family to adopt a healthy routine can be tough. The key here is to take baby steps. To stay healthy is a journey, and there is no rule you should do it all at once. An easy way is to keep track of each family member’s daily activities for one week. You can figure out what time works best to get your family together for physical activity.
By adding an appliance or two to your kitchen, you can cook more at home, avoid unhealthy fast foods, and start the year off with a healthier outlook on eating. Show us your good-for-you food creations by tagging #AllAtJCP. Then, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see if you are featured.
