top of page

Search

Why More Women Are Choosing Whole Foods Over Ultra-Processed Foods

Janelle Gallo-Riegger

Aug 6

1 min read

One of the biggest nutrition trends in 2026 isn't about a new diet—it's about eating more real food.

Whole foods are foods that are close to their natural state, like fruits, vegetables, beans, eggs, fish, nuts, and whole grains.

Ultra-processed foods, on the other hand, are often high in added sugars, refined oils, and sodium while providing fewer nutrients.

Choosing more whole foods may help:

Improve energy levels
Support digestive health
Keep you feeling full longer
Reduce added sugar intake
Increase vitamins, minerals, and fiber

This doesn't mean every meal has to be perfect.

A simple goal is to build most of your meals around foods that come from nature.

Healthy eating isn't about perfection—it's about making better choices more often than not.

Book a free call with me on nutrition needs www.janellegallo.com

Recent Posts

Why Every Woman Over 35 Is Getting Protein Wrong

For decades, women were sold a single story about health: eat less, do more cardio, watch the scale. If you're over 35, you probably absorbed that message somewhere along the way. But the science has

Fibermaxxing": The Gut Health Trend Worth Actually Trying in 2026

What Is Fibermaxxing, Really? Fibermaxxing is exactly what it sounds like — intentionally maxing out your fiber intake at every meal instead of treating it as an afterthought. Instead of a slice of to

Here's the Nutrition Shift Doctors Say Women Actually Need in 2026

Hint: it's not another 1,200-calorie diet. If you've felt like your energy just isn't what it used to be — even when you're "eating healthy" — you're not imagining it, and you're definitely not alone.

Comments

bottom of page