Still storing your leftovers in plastic takeaway containers? Or buying fresh fruit only to watch it spoil before you get around to eating it? Every once in a while, you come across a simple purchase that seems insignificant at first, but once you start using it, you wonder how you ever managed without it. From healthier food storage to easier ways of staying hydrated and getting enough fibre , certain everyday purchases can make it easier to build healthier habits.
None of these needs to be expensive. They’re just simple things that can make healthy eating, hydration, digestion, bowel movements, constipation prevention, meal prep, and taking care of your gut a little easier. Fibre is an essential part of a balanced diet , yet many people struggle to meet even half of their daily requirements. To help bridge that gap, Dr Salhab recommends keeping a fibre supplement handy, since they can be easily incorporated into meals when needed. Still storing your leftovers in those plastic takeaway boxes? You might want to rethink that habit. Reheating food in some plastic containers can increase the potential for chemicals and microplastics to leach into your food, which is why Dr Salhab recommends opting for glass containers instead. Dr Joseph Salhab is a gastroenterologist providing services in central Florida. He received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton Campus, and has been in practice for over a decade. He has expertise in treating gastroenteritis and upper GI endoscopy, among other conditions.
In an Instagram video shared on August 22, the gastroenterologist highlights, “These are some of the simple things I actually think are worth spending money on.
