Health

Back then, I was 24, working long hours at a desk job, and carrying an extra 40 pounds that made even walking up a flight of stairs feel like a chore. My eating habits were all over the place—drive-thru breakfasts, vending-machine lunches, take-out dinners. The worst part wasn’t just the weight; it was how I felt.

Walk into any grocery store in the U.S., and you’ll see thousands of choices staring back at you—organic, low-carb, gluten-free, keto-friendly, heart-healthy, and everything in between. It’s no wonder so many Americans feel confused about what “healthy eating” really means.