The holidays are well behind us and the new year has beaconed! It’s a good time to get back on the health bandwagon (in case you fell off) or just eat healthier than usual. But we’ll be speaking for all of us, to say that eating healthy shouldn’t mean missing out on life’s deliciousness. Hence, celebrity nutritionist Dr. Oz Garcia who coaches goddesses, Gwyneth Paltrow and Naomi Campbell, spilled out some of his best-kept secrets. Read on to know what they are.

After hearing constantly how fat is bad for us, people are constantly trying to avoid it. But having skimmed meal or a fat-free cereal won’t keep you satiated for long. Fats are nutrient dense, so if you’re eating the right kind of fats, it will keep you satiated for longer and take away all your cravings throughout the day. Eggs, smoothies with flax seeds or chia seeds and avocados are great options for a high-fat breakfast.

Thanks to the keto fad, you’ll find a ton of cauliflower recipes. You can use it to make bread, in place of rice or have it like mashed potatoes. Cauliflower alternatives will not only help you cut down a ton of carbs but also help with aiding combating inflammation, supports digestion and detoxification. Additionally, it won’t impact your blood sugar in the same way; making it a healthier option for diabetics.

If you like consuming smoothies than you need to hear this. Even if there is no added sugar, smoothies don’t always mean a glass full of health, because they could just be a glass full of sugar. (Even if it is natural sugar!) Go green instead.For making creamy smoothies, use a handful of organic spinach, kale or even bok choy (yes it actually mixes well.You will only need a few frozen strawberries or blueberries to provide sweetness.

Love your pasta but can’t say the same about carbs? Spriralised zucchini noodles are one of the best healthy substitutes. You can even spiralise zucchinis at home, making it cost-effective. Zucchini noodles are low carb, gluten-free and great source of fibre, vitamins, and minerals. They are perfect for people who are struggling with inflammation, autoimmune issues or just losing weight.