Have you noticed that decluttering seems to be have become a national pastime? New books on the subject seem to appear every day, and a new reality show on tidying has struck a collective nerve and fanned the decluttering flames even higher. Thrift stores and consignment shops are reporting record numbers of donations as we seek to simplify our lives by scaling down our possessions. We are decluttering our kitchens, our closets, our paperwork, our digital lives. Nothing seems to be escaping the frenzy to get rid of stuff.

Or is it? Have you thought about decluttering your diet lately? What we allow into our bodies seems at least as important as what we allow into our homes, our garages, and our inboxes. We may have to rethink our criteria in making our choices, because a pint of Ben and Jerry's can spark joy in many of us, and a roasting pan full of saucy spareribs may contribute to a joyful spouse.

We can ask ourselves: Does it contribute to a happy, healthy body? Does it spark wellness? If not, maybe it's time for a diet decluttering session. That doesn't mean nothing but celery and carrots and no ice cream or chocolate. I'd be the last one to say never to dark chocolate sea salt caramels. Yum.

Nevertheless, a little decluttering couldn't hurt, and a healthy, energetic self can go a long way toward a more joyful life. Here are some tips to get started without too much pain or deprivation:

1. When shopping, concentrate on the perimeter of the supermarket. This is where you'll often find the most healthful choices. As much as possible, base your meals on whole, natural, unprocessed foods. Lean meats and fish, whole grains, dairy products, fresh fruits, and fresh vegetables are often found at the perimeter of the store. Frozen fruits and vegetables are great choices as well. The interior aisles are often where you will find the not so-healthy-choices.

2. Ditch the heavy sauces in favor of herbs, spices and flavored vinegars. There are so many ways to perk up our meats, fish, and vegetables in healthful and delicious ways. Have fun and think creatively.

3. Say goodbye to added sugar. Eat your foods rather than drink them. Sodas are laden with sugar and are often blamed in part for childhood obesity. Even fruit juices, which we think of as good for us, are heavy with sugar, albeit natural, so eat your oranges, grapefruits, and grapes rather than drink their juice. Most breakfast cereals are sugar-filled. Try oatmeal with nuts and berries instead...you can even mix it up the night before.

4. Learn to love water. Add a wedge of lemon or lime to make it more interesting. Swap coffee for green or herbal tea. If the idea of giving up that morning cup of joe is too painful, by all means enjoy it. Then switch to tea or hot water with lemon for succeeding cups.

5. Go meatless a few times a week. Consuming a plant-based diet can benefit you AND the environment. How it benefits you: Plant-based diets are tied to a lower risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, cancer, and chronic diseases. How it benefits the environment: According to the Food and Agricultural Organization, livestock was estimated to contribute to 14.5 percent of global human-caused greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). So why not do something good for yourself and the environment by going meatless one, two, or more days each week?

By thinking of improving our diet as decluttering, we can be more aware of making better choices. We can choose fresh, healthful foods whenever possible and let go of some of the sugar-filled, fat-filled, empty calorie foods.

Just as your home feels lighter after decluttering, your body will feel lighter too.

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