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- June 20, 2019
- 7:00 pm
Healthy burger, burrito made from sweet and healthy fruits, and hot dog made from vegetables and cheese! Is this some silly joke?
No, this is our new challenge of healthy food vs junk food!
Supplies and tools:
• Avocado
• Knife
• Cream cheese
• Radish
• Tomato
• Cheese
• Lettuce
• Olive oil
• Black sesame seeds
• Skewer
• Mango
• Apple
• Dried apricots
• Banana
• Dates
• Mint
• Green spinach tortilla
• Coconut
• Grater
• Non-fat unsweetened yogurt
• Foil
• Pumpkin
• Salt
• Spices
• Sesame seeds
• Parsley
• Bell pepper
• Garlic
• Ground pepper
• Peeler
• Lemon
• Candied fruit
• Sweet red pepper
• Pastry bag
• Greek yogurt
• Turmeric
• Paprika
• Romaine lettuce
• Lime
• Honey
• Ice
• Plastic cup
• Straw
• Canned peach
• Block of dried mashed apples
• Strawberry jam
• Apple
• Raisins
• Pumpkin seeds
• Shredded coconut
• Wafer crumbs
• Blender
• Strawberry
How can social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok be used to encourage participation in the DIY healthy versus junk food challenge?
In today’s fast-paced world, junk food has become an inevitable part of our diet. The convenience and quick access to such foods have made them a popular choice, leading to a rise in obesity, diabetes and other health issues. To combat this, there has been a growing trend of DIY healthy versus junk food challenges on social media.
The challenge involves creating a healthy version of a popular junk food item. The rules are simple: find a recipe for a junk food item and recreate it with healthier ingredients. The challenge can be done individually or as a group, with the aim of promoting healthy eating habits.
Here are 10 popular DIY healthy versus junk food challenges that you can try:
1. Healthy pizza versus fast food pizza: Fast-food pizzas are often loaded with high-fat cheese and processed meats. To create a healthier version, opt for a cauliflower crust or a whole-wheat crust and add plenty of vegetables.
2. Healthy ice cream versus store-bought ice cream: Store-bought ice cream is often high in sugar and unhealthy additives. Try making your own ice cream with fresh fruit, almond milk or coconut milk, and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
3. Healthy brownies versus boxed brownies: Boxed brownie mixes are often high in refined sugar and unhealthy fats. Make your own brownies using whole-grain flour, dark chocolate, and natural sweeteners like dates or pureed bananas.
4. Healthy popcorn versus microwave popcorn: Microwave popcorn is often loaded with unhealthy additives and chemicals. Make your own popcorn with natural popcorn kernels and add seasoning like garlic powder, paprika or nutritional yeast.
5. Healthy cupcakes versus store-bought cupcakes: Store-bought cupcakes are often high in sugar and unhealthy fats. Make your own cupcakes using whole-grain flour, almond milk or coconut milk, and natural sweeteners like stevia or honey.
6. Healthy burgers versus fast-food burgers: Fast-food burgers are often high in saturated fats and unhealthy additives. Make your own burgers using lean meats, whole-grain buns, and plenty of vegetables.
7. Healthy smoothies versus store-bought smoothies: Store-bought smoothies are often high in sugar and unhealthy additives. Make your own smoothies using fresh fruits, vegetables, and natural sweeteners like honey or date syrup.
8. Healthy muffins versus store-bought muffins: Store-bought muffins are often high in sugar and unhealthy fats. Make your own muffins using whole-grain flour, coconut oil, and natural sweeteners like stevia or honey.
9. Healthy chips versus store-bought chips: Store-bought chips are often high in trans fats and unhealthy additives. Make your own chips using kale, sweet potatoes or zucchini and bake with olive oil.
10. Healthy candy versus store-bought candy: Store-bought candy is often high in sugar and unhealthy additives. Make your own candy using natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup or stevia and add fruits like berries, dates or figs for natural sweetness.
By taking the DIY healthy versus junk food challenge, you can incorporate healthy eating habits into your lifestyle while still satisfying your taste buds. So why not give it a try? Your body will thank you for it!
