Dr Hyman’s diet must-dos

Create long-term success in three steps

1DITCH ALL PROCESSED SUGARS Sugars scramble all your normal appetite controls, driving your metabolism to convert sugar into lethal belly fat. They are also linked to cancer, dementia, autoimmune diseases and more. 2PILE UP ON PLANT FOODS Did you know 75 per cent of your plate, by volume, should comprise plant foods? These include broccoli, kale, pak choi, tomatoes, peppers – any vegetable you like, in fact! Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil on top or add some grassfed butter to your veggies with some salt and pepper, and herbs and spices to taste. Once you find the right way to prepare these foods, you’ll fall in love with them. 3RETHINK YOUR LIFESTYLE Food is the first step, but stress management is equally important. If you’re feeling stressed-out and fatigued, a good diet will only help so much. Managing stress with meditation, yoga, massage, exercise, and good quality sleep is key to maintaining optimal health.