Take a step back from Good Food / Bad Food lists. Nutrition info is confusing and overwhelming. And your time and energy are limited, especially when you are coping.
Here is more simplified info:
There is NO perfect food
You can get sick from any “good” foods if it’s too much
Most “bad” foods are fine to eat in moderation
Knowing these are not enough. They leave you with “so what am I supposed to do?”. So, here are a couple things you can do:
Balance your meals, snacks, and groceries by color, shape, or food groups - Similar-looking foods have similar nutrients. Having a variety of foods means getting a variety in nutrients! Look at your plates, lunch containers, and shopping carts. Do you have different colors, shapes, and food groups?
Slow down and ENJOY each bite of the tasty food - Don’t bargain with yourself! It’s hard to enjoy “last one” and “last bite” when you know the end is coming right after it. You need it. You earned it. You deserve it.
There are some foods that are actually bad, which are
Rotten or spoiled
You are allergic
Have negative interaction with your medical conditions and medications (some maybe okay with moderation)
Your body can’t tolerate
My motto on eating when you are coping with depression and anxiety are
Eating something is better than skipping
Your time and energy are finite. You can only do the best you can
If you have a complicated health situation, see a dietitian for an individualized food plan tailored to your life.
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