Alt.tag: a kitchen that inspires healthy cooking
You are what you eat – that’s why you need to put more effort into making your diet healthy and nutritious. The way you prepare your meals and ingredients you use directly affect your health, but the whole process depends on several factors – one of them being the cooking environment. Even though you may think ‘it’s just a kitchen’, the design of this space can help you have a much better cooking experience. From inspiring colors to practical features – there are tricks that can ensure you enjoy cooking what’s good for you. Here are the best tips on how to design a kitchen that inspires healthy cooking and helps you keep the promise and the New Year’s resolution you’ve made earlier.
Start with the layout
Like in any other room, layout is what makes the beauty and functionality of the space. This is an important factor no matter the size of your kitchen. Sometimes, people with large kitchen spaces don’t consider the layout carefully, thinking the size is the biggest advantage. However, the proper organization of appliances, and the position of all kitchen elements can help you be more efficient in the kitchen. Make sure the position of appliances is logical – you should be able to reach fresh ingredients easily from the fridge and use them close to the cooker. The working surface should be big enough for you to have space to chop, mix and prepare food. Finally, the space between appliances, counters and kitchen island should be wide enough so you can easily and safely move around even if you’re carrying a pan, for example. Consider the size of the room and hire a professional if necessary – a good layout is the biggest part of a practical, comfortable kitchen.
Colors that inspire healthy eating habits
Believe it or not, colors around us affect our mood and inspire ideas. That’s why you shouldn’t underestimate the power of color in creating a kitchen that inspires healthy cooking. Psychologists find that the colors we find in nature are related to healthy food choices – especially green and blue. Luckily, these colors are very trendy in home design world these days. Sage green or navy blue are peaceful, elegant colors that will elevate the kitchen space and go well with appliances, different types of hardware and décor.
Colors of nature inspire you to eat healthier.
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Add light
Dark spaces are no motivation for anything, let alone healthy cooking. Make sure your kitchen has enough natural light – if you’re remodeling, you can add bigger windows, or simply move things that are blocking the existing windows in the kitchen. Also, artificial light should come in layers. Add task lighting along the counter, ambient light for the overall atmosphere and accent light to accentuate a particular architectural feature. All the layers should go well together and ensure you feel good in your kitchen even if you’re preparing a healthy snack in the evening.
Organize your food supplies
In order to create healthy meals, you should use more nutritious food and mix different ingredients. People often reach for bad, fast-food meals just because they don’t feel like going through their messy pantry. Organized food supplies in your fridge or pantry will ensure you can see what ingredients you have, and easily reach fresh fruits and vegetables. Wash and prep the veggies and store them in see-through containers so you can grab them whenever necessary. Also, label other food containers and store them in such a way you can always see the items you need. Finally – declutter your kitchen and pantry. Remove all the unhealthy and expired foods, and ensure you’ve got a clear display of your food supplies.
Add fresh herbs and plants
Plants can make any room feel cozy and fresh, but they can also inspire you to have healthier and more delicious meals. Fresh herbs give that special something to every meal, but also help you cut down on artificial flavors and unhealthy spices such as salt. which is why you should have them at hand in your kitchen. However, if you’re starting all fresh in your new home, remember that moving plants can be quite a challenge. As movers probably won’t relocate your green friends, you’ll have to learn how to pack and take good care of them during transport until they reach your new kitchen.
Have fresh herbs at hand and ensure your kitchen inspires healthy cooking.
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Have your little helpers nearby
It may be discouraging to have small appliances hidden in a cabinet somewhere when you decide to make a healthy meal. Even though it’s good to have your kitchen counter clear and tidy, you should also have all those little helpers at hand. Create a shelf or dedicate a special cabinet for keeping your blender, food processor, steamer and similar items. This way you’ll always have them handy and ready to make a healthy meal.
Include some technology for a more pleasant cooking atmosphere
Technology can help you create a kitchen that inspires healthy cooking in so many ways. Firstly, you can use your phone or tablet to watch healthy cooking videos and learn how to make them step by step. Create a convenient spot where you can place your gadget and use handy holders that will support the phone or gadget while you watch video instructions. Just be sure to keep it away from the stove to avoid heat. Also, playing music while you cook can be inspirational and put you in a good mood. Have a TV, Bluetooth speaker or handphones ready to play your favorite tunes while making healthy meals. Just remember that if you’re moving into a new home and want to build some healthy habits after you relocate, pay close attention when transporting electronics. Experts at appollomoving.ca suggest you keep their original packaging and invest in additional protection from bumps and tumbling. Electronics are sensitive to sudden movements and changes in temperature, which is why they require special care during transport and storage.
Designing a kitchen that inspires healthy cooking is not difficult – these tips will show you how to do it with ease.
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Finally, building new habits starts with a great cooking environment but succeeds with making sure those habits become your lifestyle. Begin with designing a kitchen that inspires healthy cooking and continue keeping healthy habits such as weekly meal preps, active lifestyle and not skipping meals. You’ll make the most out of your kitchen space and truly enjoy the food-making process, knowing you’re improving the health of your family with each bite.
