Unique Diets to try in 2020 for Health

With any new decade comes an array of new trends. You had big hair in the 1980s, grunge music in the 1990s, and those every-stylish low-rise jeans in the early 2000s. The same changing trends seem to occur with the food everyone is eating.

While there are some old standbys that may be trending at one point or another, there are also several new and unique eating styles and ideas that may emerge, such as the Dr Gundry diet all-plant diet and an array of others. Interested in learning more about the latest food trends for 2020? If so, keep reading.

Mocktails

Are you sober, but curious? If so, you aren’t the only one. In fact, approximately 66 percent of all millennials have stated they have made a real effort to reduce the amount of alcohol they are consuming. To help meet the demand of all these demanding millennials, there are several companies that are now offering an array of booze-free cocktails, with the cute and trendy name “mocktails.”

When you give your body a break from all the alcohol, you can engage in a natural detox while reducing the number of calories you consume. If you choose mocktails, just watch the sugar content. It’s best to choose a club soda base for the healthiest drink.

The Continuing Trend of Plant-Based Protein

Plant-based protein sources have always been around, but it’s in the past few years they have become more mainstream. In 2020, it is predicted this trend will continue.

The truth is that plant-based proteins like Burger King’s Impossible Whopper have a positive impact on the environment. Also, synthetic meats go a far way regarding sustainability. However, when talking about how good these products are for you, the waters become somewhat murky.

When looking at the nutritional facts, some of the most popular plant-based burgers are not too different than your standard 80/20 beef burger. You aren’t saving any saturated fat or calories if you eat a plant-based burger. Also, there are many options that are highly processed. If you are basing your food choices on sustainability alone, these burgers are a smart option. However, when health benefits are considered, plant-based protein isn’t really much better for you than the real, meat-filled options.

Korean Food and Dishes

In the past year, Korean food and Korean inspired dishes have gained quite a bit of popularity throughout the U.S. In fact, there are some who believe this will be the most popular cuisines for the entire year.

One of the dishes you should look for and consider trying is kimchi. Various fermented foods, like kimchi, are full of probiotics – healthy gut bacteria. Foods like this are actually really good for you, so consider adding them to your diet.

Oat Milk

When you choose oat milk, the nutritional benefits are dependent on how you choose to consume it. If you want something creamy for sweetening your coffee and you want to avoid almond milk, then oat milk is a smart option. Oats are very healthy and full of beta-glucans, which will help normalize cholesterol levels. However, when you compare oat milk to other popular, plant-based milk alternatives, the oat variety has very little fiber or protein.

Ube

If you have yet to hear about this food trend, it’s only a matter of time until you do. Some have called this the new matcha. It is a Filipino yam that is very high in an array of nutrients. In fact, the searches for this have been through the roof on Instagram, so check it out.

As you can see, when it comes to food trends, there are some surprising items on the list. Knowing what to expect in 2020 can help ensure you make the most of all the yummy and somewhat unusual food options that are available today. All these great flavors will be a real treat for your body and your taste buds.