47 Food Hacks To Make Your Food Healthier
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- Опубликовано: 7 фев 2025
- Staying on a diet and eating healthy whether a New Years Resolution or not, should be easier… Hopefully this helps.
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0:47 - Substitute cream with milk and cauliflower (and a little cream)
1:28 - Carrot top pesto
1:46 - Add texture to your meals
2:07 - Replace soda with juice and seltzer water
2:33 - Use non-stick pan instead of oil
2:53 - Red bell pepper sauce
3:23 - Flank steak (leaner)
3:46 - Use acid
4:10 - Spicy yogurt dipping sauce
4:49 - Xanthum gum to emulsify sauce
5:19 - Red bell peppers are sweet and nutritious
5:50 - Air-fry "fried" foods (flour + egg wash + breadcrumb/cornflakes)
6:34 - Rice paper spring rolls
7:00 - Measure your oils
7:30 - Popcorn
7:53 - Cottage cheese sauce
8:29 - Canadian bacon
8:50 - Marinade/dry-rub your meat
9:04 - Chicken thighs are better
9:31 - Shred chicken breast and mix with sauce
9:48 - Cook your vegetables for more bioavailable nutrients
10:09 - Use high smoke point oils
10:33 - Replace lasagna sheets with vegetables
11:13 - Add moisture to food wherever possible
11:49 - Cook on a grill to reduce fat usage
12:04 - Cook whole vegetables instead of pre-cut
12:31 - Cover while roasting to reduce oil usage
13:03 - Use part-skim mozzarella
13:31 - Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt
14:00 - Use lean ground beef and cook it fast
14:53 - Mostly egg white French toast
15:27 - Thicken sauces with corn starch slurry
16:03 - Make gravy by blending stock and onion
16:26 - Use animal fat instead of EVOO
16:41 - Raw garlic
17:05 - Cook your fruits
17:35 - Curries
18:04 - Add EVOO to soups for richness
18:22 - Steam/grill vegetables
18:42 - Potato skins are nutritious
19:01 - Lobsters
19:31 - Add vegetables to pasta
19:56 - Banana pancakes
20:20 - Cauliflower tortillas
21:39 - Homemade sushi
22:02 - Spaghetti squash
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Another thickening alternative I use especially in curry recipes is to add a can of chickpeas to my sauce/gravy and blend it smooth (Immersion or traditional blender both work) and it is so good for thickening, bulking up the sauce so you can feel full on a smaller portion, and giving the dish a bit more protein!
Great idea, thanks!
Chickpea flour is a great addition to sauces😉
I can also add that for me (accidentally) red lentils worked as great thickener in curry. One time I accidentally cooked my curry too long and it started breaking down, absorbing more water than it would usual and leaving me with fairly thick curry. For me mouthfeel was great despite usually having issues with certain textures so it might be worth a try for someone. Blending it with some of the sauce or soup might be great for those who are worried about bits and pieces.
@@miyomikonranthat's really good to know!
Do you blend it with liquid and beans? Thanks so much for the tip!
I've been wanting a "but healthier" series, take the favorites and show examples of how to make them healthier without compromising taste or texture
Please !!!!
... or "but cheaper". I see alot of these "options" to be around 2-3 times more expensive than the normal options, which is a big reason why people don't stick with a diet.
It’s not possible. It may still be good but it’s like trying to make a pu purse feel like Italian leather
lol this is garbage
I feel like it would be impossible not to compromise on those. But a healthy option that MINIMISES those changes - I think THAT would be possible.
Please make this a series!!!
I have been working out for about 5-6 months and now I feel that I need to take on my nutrition in order to kick it up a notch, so seeing recipes within this kind of approach would be amazing.
Once you get your diet in check, you'll be amazed at the gains you make 💪🏻
Now THIS is something that I didn't expect. This "...But healthier" is something that could be a series. Creating meals that basically look the same (or better), that ALSO tastes good (or better? SOMEHOW), would be a welcomed addition to the "...But Better" series
Not sure it's a good idea. If he actually wanted to do a healthy series, it would be very limited, as you would only have meat.
@@hugoanderkivi Why would you only have meat? Just curious
@meridian6265 For peak mental and physical health. It's an ancestral way of eating that represents what we evolved on for millions of years.
📝 *Summary::*
*Healthy Cooking Hacks*
🌱 00:00:00 Use cauliflower as a low-calorie substitute for heavy cream in cooking.
🍃 00:00:48 Make a healthy pesto using carrot tops to reduce food waste and increase nutrient intake.
🍖 00:01:45 Add layers of texture to food to enhance the eating experience, even without added fat.
🍹 00:02:08 Create a low-calorie fizzy flavored drink by mixing juice with seltzer or water and fresh herbs.
▶️ 00:02:33 Use a non-stick pan to cook without the need for excessive oil, reducing calorie intake.
🥄 00:02:54 Prepare a multi-purpose creamy sauce using Greek yogurt, garlic, and various spices for added flavor.
*Diet-Friendly Substitutions*
🍖 00:11:14 Choose flank steak as a high-protein, relatively lean, and tender alternative to fatty cuts of meat.
▶️ 00:13:33 Substitute full-fat cheese with low-moisture part-skim mozzarella for a lower-calorie option.
🥚 00:18:16 Use a combination of whole eggs and egg whites to reduce calorie content in dishes like French toast.
🍝 00:22:03 Replace traditional pasta with spaghetti squash for a low-carb, low-calorie alternative.
🍣 00:22:21 Make your own sushi at home using nutrient-dense nori, vegetables, and lean protein for a diet-friendly meal.
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🔑 *Key takeaways::*
*Cooking for Health*
🥦 00:00:00 The video provides various cooking hacks and substitutions to make healthier meals without sacrificing flavor or texture.
🥗 00:01:45 The emphasis is on using natural ingredients and cooking techniques to enhance the nutritional value of meals while reducing calorie intake.
*Diet-Friendly Options*
🍎 00:11:14 The video offers a range of diet-friendly options, including ingredient substitutions and cooking methods, to support individuals in maintaining a healthy diet.
🍔 00:13:33 By providing alternatives to high-calorie ingredients and cooking methods, the video encourages individuals to make informed choices that align with their dietary goals.
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Damn a texture diet cookbook from this man would be a must have. Especially with the amount of keto options. Just the fact he gives general recipes with variations instead of a full on recipe is kinda my jam.
I like that these tips are useful whether someone is interested in dieting or just interested in adding high nutrient variety to their cooking. Basically, anybody could implement these ideas into their cooking and benefit both nutritionally and just enjoyment-wise, because it adds variety that still tastes good. Good video!
These to me actually feel realistic. I appreciate the video Josh. As someone who is always trying to continuously add fruit and veggies to my diet in creative ways this really helps!
To a degree it is.. these health videos still feel half baked. No ones going to do these things everyday and dieting is all about consistency. We need a real diet video showing easy to make high protein meals/ on the go snacks. Tbh Joshua needs to live his diet for a while then make a video on what habits stuck with him.
the point is not doing all of these everyday but just implementing them when you can. theres like a million videos of high protein meals and snacks on youtube, this video shows a lot of good ways to be healthier that you might not think about@@codynickel9650
@@codynickel9650 These are "hacks to make your food healthier", though, not tips on how to eat on a diet.
You will pick and choose a few of his tips and try them out. See what works for you.
The fruit replacing sugar treats is a good way - I myself do apple slices roasted with fruit cereal in a pan. A bit of cinnamon and honey, maybe add joghurt - 😋 and cheap
@@theresabu3000 that’s not healthy
Love this. Recently diagnosed as Coeliac, I’m not too concerned about the low calorie aspect but loved to see that some of your swaps made the dishes naturally gluten free. Will definitely be trying the crispy rice paper spring rolls. Thanks
Was literally just looking for a way to make a healthier version of Butter Chicken two nights ago. Not a big cauliflower fan, but ima do it! Thanks Josh!
Another vote for a “… but healthier” series.
Just use low fat yogurt. Better taste, texture and more protein
Agreed on the low fat yogurt! It’s a great way to get some extra protein in!
I second this and strongly hope it won't turn into some "but avoiding carbohydrates because it's trendy". Josh has the money to spend an afternoon with a dietician to actually think about balanced stuff (other youtubers can't) and skills to make it tasty. Also quite tired to see chicken everywhere like daily meat is essential.
@@mattia_carciola My main issue is that if I eat something with no meat in it, I get hungry in a couple hours, my stomach is literally rumbling levels of starving. No clue why. I can eat SO MUCH food if there's no meat in it.
If I add juuuust a teeny bit of chicken, problem completely gone. I'm totally open to not eating meat anymore, but I can't afford to stuff down that much food without it, I'm way too poor.
@@KaneAmaroq weird. Even for calory dense and high protein stuff? (like a plate of lentils / beans / other legumes and something starchy as a side) that would be interesting to study, biology is weird and we love discovering unusual genes. Like, bean chili with rice is almost inexpensive, that's a pity
Huge fan of both the oil and popcorn tips. I have been doing those for a while myself. What I found is really a game changer with the oil is a spray bottle since 12 sprays is a tablespoon. It allows really even coats of oil without any hassel of using a measuring spoon.
Plus if you use a hot air popper for popcorn you can just lightly coat it with oil later to make the salt stick and have great control over the macros!
From all of my diet successes I've found limiting sugar and calories works faaaar better than limiting fat and calories
Yeah. Sugar = worse than fat is super common knowledge these days.
Anyone who says fats are bad doesn't know a whole lot in regards to nutrition. Basically, what you want to do is cut out all processed foods and stick to a whole-food diet.
Also, when it comes to making sweet dishes, you can substitute the processed, granulated sugar for agave syrup, honey, maple syrup, stevia, or turbinado sugar depending on what you're making.
@@thejuniorseas7683 I thought this as I was watching this video too. Fat is not the enemy; sugar and processed foods are.
@@grabble7605 Uhh, that's not even true though. None of the macros are bad. Sugar are just carbs. If I'm going for hard training, I'm slamming in extra sugar from a rice crispy instead going for a fat bomb. Stop vilifying something like that's the source. Every single thing that is high palatable is usually a diet breaker for someone. It's individual. Calories is the single most important thing you're calculating for weight loss. Protein has to be included if you want to build muscle. Carbs has to be included if you want to maintain high performance. Fats have to be included if you want good hormone health. Oh crap, we've run out of "bad" macros.
Hire a coach, consult a dietician*(not a nutritionist). Spreading misinformation is the worst thing the health and fitness industry behind taking steroids and just scamming people. Almost like Josh telling someone to make pesto for a diet. While not bad, it's probably not go to option any coach will say. Yes, start with a fat sauce topping for your diet.
This 100%
He's looking to get gains from body building and I think he's conflating losing weight and body building.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 🍽️ *Cooking Approach*
- Making sustainable changes for a healthier lifestyle involves consistent, small adjustments.
- The focus is not only on what you eat but also on how you cook.
- Tips verified by a nutrition professor for effective results.
01:12 🥦 *Healthy Substitutions*
- Substitute heavy cream with a cauliflower-milk blend for a low-calorie alternative.
- Utilize carrot tops to create a vitamin-rich pesto and reduce food waste.
- Enhance food texture by replacing fats with layers of crunch, chewiness, and added liquids.
02:22 🥤 *Healthy Drink Alternatives*
- Create a fizzy flavored drink by combining juice, salted water, and fresh herbs.
- Nonstick pans reduce the need for excessive oil in cooking.
- Tips for air frying as a substitute for deep frying, including oven frying as an alternative.
03:44 🍲 *Flavor-Boosting Sauce*
- Prepare a versatile sauce using roasted red peppers, garlic, vinegar, cream cheese, and salt.
- Flank steak is suggested as a flavorful and tender alternative to higher-fat steaks.
- Embracing acid (citrus, vinegar) to enhance flavors without relying on salt.
04:44 🧀 *Zanan Gum and Cheese Hacks*
- Zanan gum, a calorie-free emulsifier, can add richness and viscosity to sauces.
- Low moisture part-skim mozzarella as a lower-calorie substitute for full-fat mozzarella.
- Exploring the nutritional benefits of red bell peppers in various dishes.
06:07 🌯 *Diverse Meal Options*
- Rice paper wraps offer a quick way to diversify meals with customizable ingredients.
- Stressing the importance of measuring oil for consistency in a healthy diet.
- Making popcorn at home as a low-calorie, customizable snack.
07:33 🍝 *Healthy Pasta Alternatives*
- Create a creamy sauce using blended low-fat cottage cheese.
- Substitute lasagna sheets with thinly sliced vegetables for a lower-carb alternative.
- Maintaining moisture in a diet by incorporating broths, stocks, and sauces.
09:12 🍔 *Burger Hacks*
- Tips for cooking a flavorful lean ground beef burger without excessive fat.
- Utilizing chicken thighs for a juicier and more flavorful option than chicken breasts.
- Shredding and dressing cooked chicken breast for added flavor and moisture.
10:38 🧄 *Cooking Techniques*
- Highlighting the health benefits of cooking vegetables and the bioavailability of nutrients.
- Choosing the right cooking oil for high-heat cooking to avoid unhealthy compounds.
- Using vegetables like zucchini or eggplant as substitutes for lasagna noodles.
11:51 🧊 *Moisture Retention*
- Cooking on a grill as an instant way to reduce the need for added fats.
- Roasting vegetables without excessive oil by using a covered while roasting technique.
- Adding moisture to food through various means for a more enjoyable eating experience.
16:33 🥩 *Healthy Cooking Fats*
- Save trimmings from meat to cook down into your own cooking fat.
- Raw garlic is healthy due to the release of antioxidant enzyme allicin.
- Utilize this trick to reduce food waste and enhance the nutritional value of your meals.
17:01 🍎 *Healthy Sweet Cravings*
- Swap sweet cravings with fruits and add creative touches like crushed nuts for variety.
- Transforming apples with light cooking and cinnamon can mimic the essence of apple pie.
- A practical way to satisfy sweet cravings while staying on a healthy diet.
17:43 🍛 *Curry for Lean Protein*
- Increase protein intake with curry using low-fat coconut milk or cream alternatives.
- Diversify your protein sources and incorporate vegetables with flavorful curry dishes.
- A tasty and accidental way to consume more protein while staying on a diet.
18:12 🌿 *Enhancing Nutrition with Olive Oil*
- Add extra virgin olive oil to soups or any dish for rich flavor and enhanced essential nutrients.
- Boost nutritional value and texture while maintaining a diet with a drizzle of olive oil.
- A simple yet effective way to make your meals more nutritious and satisfying.
18:41 🥦 *Optimal Vegetable Cooking*
- Opt for steaming or grilling vegetables to retain more nutrients compared to boiling.
- Grilled vegetables add enhanced flavor and texture to your meals.
- A guide to preserving the nutritional value of vegetables through proper cooking methods.
19:10 🥔 *Choosing Potatoes Wisely*
- Keep the skin on white potatoes to retain essential nutrients.
- White potatoes, when consumed with the skin, can be a more appealing option than sweet potatoes.
- A perspective on making a common food choice more nutritious without sacrificing taste.
19:53 🦞 *Healthy and Fancy Lobster*
- Lobster is a low-calorie, high-protein option for a fancy and nutritious meal.
- Dress up lobster with light dressings like KN mom or sesame for added flavor.
- An exploration of a less budget-friendly but nutritious and fancy diet option.
20:35 🍲 *Cauliflower Tortillas*
- Create low-carb tortillas by blending cauliflower and other ingredients.
- A creative alternative to traditional tortillas for those looking to reduce carbohydrate intake.
- A step-by-step guide to making flexible, low-carb tortilla-like flatbreads.
21:01 🍣 *DIY Sushi for Dieting*
- Make your own sushi to control ingredients and sugar content.
- Sushi allows for a diverse range of ingredients that fit into a healthy diet.
- Enjoy a "night out" feeling while staying on track with your diet.
21:46 🍝 *Spaghetti Squash Substitute*
- Substitute spaghetti squash for pasta to keep carb intake low while enjoying a large bowl.
- A visually similar alternative to spaghetti, providing a satisfying and low-carb option.
- Practical advice for those who love pasta but want to manage their carbohydrate intake.
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I started my diet in late 2022. I lost about 38kgs or 83 lbs in the last 12 months. Air fryer and measuring stuff are the most important thing for me, but it is very sustainable to be honest. Medium calorie deficit with high protein intake. The video was very great thanks for the tips!
Exercise?
@@somebodysdog9235 Do a lot of walking, every single day, and i'm more active, but nothing extra yet, because i doesn't want to destroy my knees and stuff.
That air fryer is a world changer
@@somebodysdog9235 My understanding is that exercise is great for health (so yes to exercise!), but not necessarily for losing weight (as you also get more hungry, and it's really easy to overeat). Walking can be good for losing weight. Although for me personally, exercising often made me want to eat healthier so it really depends on the person
@@altertopias I agree with that for me exercise helps because that time in the gym is time i cant eat and i dont like to eat before i go to the gym so its like a solid 2-4 hours im not going to eat. OF course you also burn calories too. You also are going to lose a lot of muscle on top of fat when you diet without working out.
We make lasagna with large single layers of cabbage leaf, I know it sounds awful, but its surprisingly really good. The harder parts mimic the chewiness of a noodle. Even my in law side of the family were skeptical but after having it they thoroughly enjoyed it!
That sounds amazing
sounds great
i think zucchini might be better tbh if you like the taste, cabbage where i live is just too bitter
JOSHUA - this is it, chief. I hope the views and likes reflect this, but I feel like you have a HUGE opportunity here to bring your culinary expertise and charisma to the "healthy cooking" space. SO many in that space have no idea what they're doing and their recipes are flavorless textureless garbage. PLEASE make more of these. (I'm glad you took a hard stance against sugar among other things, and while emulsifiers can arguably be a little questionable health-wise, I believe for the gut, this is GREAT content.)
I'd love him to dive for a while into vegan stuff for this exact reason: I'm not vegan nor even vegetarian myself, but I reduced meat intake for environmental reasons and most veg channels either have the same two recipes in 30 different shades, deeply suck or it's Indian food (which is great but after a while it's just one style)
@@mattia_carciolanah. It’s nowhere near as environmentally friendly as you think it is. Plus we’re omnivores. Not against being vegan. But it literally is more expensive.
@@santalla03some options are more expensive. If you want to be less expensive, it can be less expensive, and still good.
Going vegan then eating flavoured processed coconut fat “cheese” isn’t healthier, I haven’t compared the prices, I assume it’s not cheaper either
The vegan cooking space is lacking expertise and charisma? Could it be because taste buds cannot taste an agenda? There are reasons for veganism, but great cuisines aren't among them.
@@nettack dude the WHOLE Indian cuisine is almost entirely vegan. And it's great. If 37yo Janice from denver who has never seen a spice in her life and thinks boiled carrots with some salt and maybe olive oil is the epitome of vegan cuisine and she's the best cook around and should have a blog / youtube channel, the problem is that she has no culture. Noma has 1 out of 3 menu entirely made out of vegetables, same applies to a good chunk of Geranium's menu. I just got the most stupidly obvious examples. All it takes is a good cook, sure it's more difficult making good vegan stuff, but it's extremely annoying seeing every time someone who has never tried a good dish thinking they know everything.
I love to brew some tea, cool it in the fridge and add frozen juice cubes from trays in the freezer. Easy way to add some subtle flavor and control sugar portions.
I have to thank Joshua for sticking to his guns. His videos actually help people become better cooks, instead of doing viral videos that we'll forget about in a day. Truly the best food youtuber i've seen (imo). Happy new year!
It's important to note that vitamin C is VERY heat sensitive (it gets destroyed) that's why it's important to include raw veggies like red bell peppers in your diet. However beta-carotenes are more accesible cooked... so have a varied diet. Having said that, these tips are great and highly appreciated.
For the cauliflower sub, you can use fat free Greek yogurt. It has the same effect but much less prep.
Not really. Sour greek yogurt is gross in an alfredo or other dishes that dont like sourness
Or bleanded cottage cheese low fat. It cooks waaay better than the yogurt hack. It also freezes for an icecream hack better then yogurt 🙌
I’ve been doing the juice/fizzy water thing for a year or so…how vailidating it is to see it here!
Oh, and congratulations 🎉 on the wedding!!
Thanks Josh! I need to get back on the nutrition train after the holidays and it's difficult as I am tired of it and this video is inspiring me to experiment again and make it fun for the last stretch :)
Last stretch? Last time dieting?
Demeanor and knowledge! Love your channel. Been sharing your RUclips with folks who are convinced they have to cut out all carbs to help with their goals. You’re awesome man!!
I respect that you were honest about the get shredded Journey. I was excited for it. Didn't know if you would just pretend it never happened. You already gave some great recipes. Can't wait for more
0:25 100000%, the only way to diet effectively is to make sustainable, long term changes that you can keep up.
19:45 Mac and Cheese goes nicely with peas, broccoli, cubed carrots, or cauliflower. Even if you're not fully down to start counting/cutting calories, adding in a veggie to your kraft box can help get a few more nutrients into your diet.
Love the videos, straight to the point, no filler content and always learning something new!
Thank you! I'm going to use several of these ideas. The cottage cheese tip will be a game changer for me. I hate yogurt so I try to get by with the minimum amount of mayonnaise or salad dressing. I'm going to start using the blended cottage cheese in many ways. Add another vote for "but healthier".
SO much truth to little changes adding up over time. I’ve dropped 45 pounds since July, just by making small changes like these, and trying to get out of the house bit by bit. Steady progress is key, don’t push yourself too hard or you’ll feel like giving in early. 👏🏽
Congratulations on the change. Rooting for you. 🤍
Thank you so much. 😄@@Brianna58321
Lentil in lasagne instead of beef is a good one - one can always add lots of stock, wine and tomato paste to the lentils to trick the palate a bit
Finally a healthy video. Been watching my calorie intake for almost a year now, i appreciate this.
Just now seeing this in January 2025. Holy crap…what great ideas! Hope this isn’t TMI, but I’m a post menopausal chickie in my 50s. Trying to stay slim has become an uphill battle. It wasn’t easy before I went through the change to lose weight and try to maintain it. Your healthy hacks are great and I hope to try a lot of them. I want to meal prep a lot of these things now. 👍🏻. And…I commented this on one of your other videos, but we need a healthy cookbook from you! So many low-fat or macro friendly recipes are just friggin’ boring! Your healthy recipes are some of the best I’ve seen anywhere. I’ll be the first in line to buy your healthy cookbook!
My big thing is to always try to add more veggies. My stir fries and stews might go a little overboard with 4-5 different veggies of pretty bulked up amounts, but they are amazing. My biggest thing right now is still trying to find something light in calories that hit the 'I'm hungry but don't need a whole meal' sort of feeling that won't just equal being hungry in another two hours.
Something high in protein and/or Fiber is probably want you want to grab. A go-to when I am feeling like that is some greek yogurt or cottage cheese with a handful of berries.
I just want to give everyone general health tips! You can make easy changes like:
-switching to a diet soda/drinking more water
-walking at least 6 thousand steps(an hour of just walking while listening to music or a podcast)
-Find your calorie maintenance by looking up a maintenance calculator, then add 500 calories if you want to gain muscle, or subtract 500 if you want to lose weight, it’s the minimum required for weight loss.
-Eat clean and within your calorie limit for the week and at the end of the week you can have a cheat meal, for example a dinner or good lunch
-you want to focus more on protein intake(beef, chicken, Turkey, fish, shrimp, etc)
-Don’t remove your carbohydrates regardless what people say because this is what gives you energy
-Go for more volume food, like popcorn and carrots etc
-Egg white contain more protein than regular eggs, but less fats so do what you will.
-you can start the morning with a protein shake, or try not to eat in the morning, and wait until lunch
-Try sprints, for for all an all out run in 10-20 seconds, rest for 2 minutes, and go for 3 sets.
-Make sure to maximize your sleep, sleeping = not eating, not doing any bad habits.
Here’s the thing. I own both your books. I watch your content voraciously. Somehow, you find a new angle with relatable content over and over. And you make it fun to watch. You truly are an artist. 🎉❤🎉
Breakfast/snack tip that covers apple pie cravings granted you don't have any problem with oatmeal. I eat it almost every day and it's so good. Dice an apple or pear and fry it in a non-stick pan with cinnamon, while it's frying make a bowl of oatmeal, mix in desired amount of protein powder (cinnamon bun flavour is the best but vanilla works great too). Top it with the fried fruit and add peanut or almond butter if you like it
You should make this into a whole series called “but healthier”.
About the raw garlic, if you let the chopped garlic sit for 10-15 mins before adding it to heat, this allows the allicin to form, and allicin is heat resistant. If you add grated garlic directly to the heat as you're doing in the video, there isn't time for the two components in the garlic to mix and the heat destroys the enzymes before they can make the healthful compound, so you want to set your cut garlic aside before exposing it to heat.
For French toast, I’ve found coconut milk (unsweetened) is the best substitute for heavy cream or milk in general. I’ll only add one or two eggs for 6 large pieces of French toast
Coconut milk has insane amounts of saturated fat and is not healthier than milk
one hack companies use to get more starch in "unsweetened" coconut and other nut milks in general is adding rice. The starch converts to sugar making it only slightly better than sweetened
@@kiraanastasiaandersen1145 Saturated fat is necessary and good for the body, regardless of what your ideology is.
Josh these recent tip videos have been so helpful. Thank you
Thank you! I was recently told that I need to cut out fat from my diet for the sake of my liver. I will definitely be coming back to this video for recipes.
Thank you for finally recognizing the extreme salt you add to everything. If you ever want to get together and do some no-low salt stuff I have tons of ideas. You might even enjoy eating some of them. I'm talking 750mg a day kind of stuff with great flavor.
If you want to limit salt intake but dont actually want to give up salt: Give it up (as much as you can) for 3-4 weeks. When you start adding salt again, you'll be Much more sensitive to it and will need a Lot less to satisfy.
I agree it works with most things like sugars and fats
I, like many many Americans this time of year, made a resolution to get in a healthy weight class this year. That is a lot easier said than done when you work directly with food everyday, but I am determined. Anyways, this video couldn’t have come at a more perfect time! Thanks Josh and Happy New Year! 🎉
Strongly recommend getting advice from a weight loss dietitian rather than YT.
Not properly insured and that’s definitely not something I can afford
@@MR-pr5td Sorry to hear that! There's some RDs here who have YT channels. I recommend searching for some. Best of luck!
@@MR-pr5td Understandable. If you've got a decent public library nearby (and can spare the time) you could try looking for something written by dieticians, or ask your gp next time you have to go for whatever reason. Still the advice here seems pretty sound, can't really go wrong with cutting down fat and sugar and eating more vegies. Watching the salt is probably the only thing to worry about (if you've got higher blood pressure, likely if you're trying to lose weight). Best of luck for the New Year anyways, I'm on the same train.
You got this! Remember that moderation is key. Even working with food or eating out it is generally possible to find better options for you.
this video is perfect for my adhd and bad eating habits. Thank you Josh
Love me some spaghetti squash with long island cheese squash being a very close second. Personally I find squashes in general make a great "filler" that can easily replace rice, pasta, or potatoes as a side/carrier dis h while providing a delicious flavor on their own.
2:07: The juice with soda water is actually very common in Europe, especially in Germany, it's called "Schorle". The one with apple juice (Apfelschorle) you can get it in every restaurant 😊
Just what I need for the New Year! Thanks Josh
A few weeks later most go back to usual. Exercise and reasonable eating is just fine. Most don’t have the time to go all the extra steps.
Thank you! This is super helpful. I won't bore anyone with the details, but after major surgery a few years ago, I really NEED moisture in my food. There are a lot of great ideas in here about how to add healthy, delicious sauces without adding tons of fat. YUM. One thing I like to add to food is diced mushrooms simmered in just enough water to cover them (or dried mushrooms that have had boiling water poured over them, just enough to cover and rehydrate them.) Mushrooms are an incredibly delicious way to add moisture, umami, and minerals with very few calories.
Josh love the channel. I’d love to see a new series where each episode you showcase an unusual or exotic ingredient- yuzu juice, hibiscus flowers, Sichuan pepper etc. trying new things is half the fun of cooking.
My favorite hack is using heavily reduced bone/meat broth to make pan sauce. Essentially just premade demiglauce cubes. Make a GIANT batch of bone broth and then heavily reduce so you can save time when you’re actually cooking and don’t need to wait 15 minutes while your meat gets cold. Good bone broth has at least 9-12 grams of protein per cup, if you throw into your sauce a small puck equivalent to 3-4 cups you’re instantly getting an invisible 30-40 gram protein boost, making overall macro ratio’s way easier. One of the only cases in cooking where more protein actually improves taste & texture.
My biggest issue is portioning - my family always made food in massive portions, which resulted in preparing and thus eating larger quantities of food (clean your plate was a mantra at our kitchen table) - any tips or advice on how to cook portions? I think this might be really useful for a lot of people.
If you love eating large portions, you can bulk up whatever you’re eating by adding more veggies.
Buy smaller plates.
Roasted red peppers are my answer to EVERYTHING!!!! I have to give the credit to my Macedonian friend who happens to be a vegetarian.. she blew my mind by roasting them on a BBQ grill in foil and olive oil, then peeling them.. Game changer dude 😭
Haven’t seen your vids for a while. Can’t believe how this channel blew up but it’s soooo deserved ❤️❤️❤️
hey josh! you have this beautiful dry ager in your new kitchen. could you do a full on dry aging guide? like how do you do it, what do you use it for, what can you do with it beside aging steaks? love you videos and books, keep gettin shredded :)
A side note about xanthan gum: you don’t need to blend it into a sauce if you just stir it in to a little bit of oil (literally any fat). For whatever reason xanthan disperses evenly into liquid fat. So if you can spare some fat in a sauce (diet permitting), you can just whisk the gum smooth into the oil and add to your sauce.
Substitute radishes for potatoes in some recipes to reduce carbs. Sounds weird, but actually pretty good. Works in soups, stews, and even for roasted. (I didn't try fried...)
fried or pickled is bomb
Josh, I’m a personal trainer and I can’t tell you how much I love this for my clients… It’s not toxic. It’s just telling it like it is. You are making it about the food as opposed to being lean or cut. This way people can actually have nutrient, dense food that taste good without going over their deficit. Fantastic work bro.
You should make all this into your next cookbook - healthy diet friendly alternatives or recipes !
A soda replacement- peel and de- seed cucumber, purée and strain it into a pitcher, toss the pulp. 3 cucumbers done this way added to 6 cups of water ( or peppermint tea, ginger tea or seltzer water) and 1/3 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice. Super refreshing. During the summer I make cucumber juice ice cubes to use during the winter.
I do this but add fresh mint OR replace the cucumber with watermelon and you won’t need any sugar and it’s SO DAMN REFRESHING 🤤
@@half-bakedblondie9728 yes! We have family members who are allergic to watermelon and cantaloupe. I would use that otherwise!
@@Junzar56 Aw man I’m honestly so grateful I don’t have any haha cucumber is still fire though 🙌
a cream alternative i often use is cashew cream. it doesn't cut as much out in calories, but it does cut down on specifically saturated fat and boosts mono- and polyunsaturated fats. You just soak and then blend a 1:1 ratio of raw cashews and water until creamy. You'd add fewer cashews if you want something thinner than heavy cream.
This is probably the most actually useful video y'all have ever done.i learned a few things today. Cool!
The pan fried apple looks fantastic!
Instead of Xanthan Gum use soluble fiber like inulin for a sauce. It has sweetness and makes sauces silky. Great healthy hack to avoid butter or plain starch.
Also put bran and other non soluble fiber in pestos and sauces. You won't taste them at all, but the fiber keeps you full for a longer period of time. Plus it is good for your gut health.
Congrats! Would love to see a series like this!
Starting 2024 out on a healthy kick I see 😂
Chickpeas are also a good sub for cream sauces. It makes a kick-ass macaroni and "cheese"
These are great tips!
Lowering your salt intake is actually easier than you think. Every time you salt something, just make sure to season to the point it is ever so slightly bland. Over time, the reduction of salt intake is quite significant, to the point that eating out ends up being ‘too salty’. Same works for sugar. If you start now, you’ll be better off than when your doctor tells you to cut your salt intake in half. Making changes a habit and not torture is the best way to make them stick 😉
Josh I was wathing some of your old videos and compairing them to your newer one's and I've noticed Glad You've Come Out of the Cabinet
That baby carrot animation is a thing from nightmares
That spaghetti squash trick might work with my kids. I've been added frozen riced cauliflower when I cook the onions and by the end it just blends right into the sauce
these are some great tips, ill be shredded in no time!
Hey RUclips, random tip for you, perhaps push creators to make their own thumbnails? idk just a thought.
How about yall stop age restricting videos for absolutely no fucking reason
i NEED a video about every way to cook mushrooms!!🍄🍄🍄
The step at 3:46 about acid... I tried, now I see pretty colors, my walls are waving back and forth and I'm no longer thinking about eating.
This is great! Thanks Josh. I love all your stuff, but this is gold for people who love their food but want to healthy it up... and you can add the the bits that work for you.. Awesome.
Weird. That thumbnail burger is the EXACT photo of a Vegan burger made by TheeBurgeeDude
These are excellent. I usually sub heavy cream with half and half but the cauliflour would add more fiber! As for the measuring oil I've been seeing oil decanters that have a button you can press that will select the amount of oil your wanting. This saves on doing more dishes, less dishes is something I need.
Why did you steal your burger image from Thee Burger Dude?
Welcome to the Internet bro
I just made the cauliflower tortillas at 20:10. Holy moly, thank you so much! I barely noticed that I missed the regular, carb-laden tortillas.
By the way, low-carb works, people! You cannot cheat, however. (You CAN cheat on low-calorie, but cheating on low-carb takes you immediately out of ketosis, and it will take you DAYS to get back to where you were, as well as lose the pound or so that you gained from that cheat meal.)
I am a post-menopausal woman and I have lost 60 lbs in the past year or so. You can do it! The only exercise I did was an hour-long brisk walk after dinner each night (not speed-walking). And, since I live in miserably hot Phoenix, Arizona, if it was too hot out, I'd break my hour-long walk into quarters, and do 15 minutes at 4:30 AM, 15 minutes at 7 AM, 15 minutes at 8 PM, and 15 minutes at 9 PM. (Yes, it is THAT hot here where walking for any length of time, especially if the sun is out, is actually dangerous for most of the population.)
crazy that you used a pic of a burger by Thee Burger Dude for your thumbnail instead of a burger you made lmao
Great tips! Another one I've found lately is using Skyr instead of low-fat or Greek yogurt. It's super creamy, similar in fats, higher in protein, and lower in carbs. We use it now in place of sour cream or creme fresche, in smoothies, dips, etc
Was wondering if you'd ever consider/or if you already did make a video for disabled folk? Tips and hacks to cooking while being disabled? I struggle to find actual good videos (like urs lol) that tackle this issue. I have a laundry list of health issues, chronic pain and extreme chronic fatigue, and I'm a DID system so that adds a lot of issues like memory and time loss, etc. My alters have different conditions and energy levels too. But we LOVE cooking, and we love experimenting. but its so so hard when you cant fuckin chop ingredients without becoming so tired and needing to sleep for 6 hours. so a video on how to eat healthy/eat well while having limited mobility/energy would be awesome.
Just curious why you used Thee Burger Dudes burger image instead of your own to promote your video? Kinda crappy and weird to steal images from other food content creators imo
Sounds like you’re a lil b
Do more of these videos!!! Lots of useful ideas!!!
You stole that burger picture on the thumbnail from thee burger dude, pretty low down and you should issue him an apology
He never uses his own foods in the thumbnail unless it's a recipe video. The least he should do is credit the images he uses in the description of the video, but other than that I dont see the real problem.
This video was FIRE you need to make this a series!!
Some really great and interesting tips and solutions here! I'm not so much about dieting but I have been trying to increase my intake of fruits and veggies (mostly veggies) and this gave me some great ideas for how to do that. And as someone who actually likes to eat cottage cheese, I'm kind of stoked to try blending it up into a cream! Great video, really interesting and helpful!
I have never liked the traditional holiday sweet potatoes, but found a way we can tolerate them. After dicing them, I cook them with a little bit of jalapeño and garlic. Then, we either add an egg and spinach to make a skillet-ish thing. It helps balance the sweetness and adds an alternative to breakfast
please do one of these for recipes for reducing food waste!
7:38 I like how he just told us to measure out oil before adding and then immediately broke his own rule lol
wow the onion gravy is absolutely genius
I got my texture over taste cookbook over Christmas and I’m beyond excited to cook from it
More healthy recipes please! I think everyone, even those not dieting would benefit. Thanks for this video Josh!
The idea of adding more texture and simple yet colourful sauces to brighten healthy eating hit me hard GOOD CALL PAPA
London Broil reverse seared is an Excellent low budget option substitute for Ribeye in my opinion. It's delicious and not that chewy. I put some powdered beef bullion in the seasoning on it and dry brine ir.
"Real sorry -- it's science." Just love it.
This is wonderful, it helps us who are seeking help from those who actually cook
This was fantastic!!!! You are so awesome, Josh! Erm, any possibility you can show us a low carb version of drunken noodles (Miracle noodle)? I know it's not the same but I love that stuff.
Many of these are good options for us keto folks. I try to do a healthy low carb diet but I do use heavy cream and cheeses. I don't use bad oils, no fast food. I use a keto flour blend as featured on Victoria's Keto Kitchen RUclips channel. Perfect for pie crust or quiche and I make a pretty good bread with it. It keeps the calories and carbs low.
Love your new cook book texture over taste. It’s gorgeous! 🥰