When it comes to eating healthy, most people put all the emphasis on choosing the right foods. They eat plenty of lean proteins, fresh fruits, and vegetables, along with healthy fats. We know that these are the foods that support a well-functioning body.

But, do you ever stop and consider how you’re preparing these foods? Using the wrong cooking techniques—or even the same cooking techniques, which is a sure-fire way to induce diet boredom, can really throw you off track.

Fortunately, there are a number of great gadgets out there that will help you start eating healthier again and become more interested in your diet at the same time.

Curious to know which ones you should pick up? Here’s your go-to list.

Oil Mister

Olive oil can be a great healthy addition to your diet plan…but only if you use a small amount. The calories in oil add up quickly, so if you take in too many, you’ll be at risk for serious fat gain.

The solution? If you can’t seem to master the light drizzle, try the oil mister. This allows you to simply mist a small spray of oil over your food, ensuring that you keep the calories light but the flavor high.

Vegetable Spiralizer

Who doesn’t love a big plate of pasta? Most people would rate this as one of their favorite dishes, but the unfortunate fact is that it’s loaded with carbs and calories. Why not try zucchini noodles instead? It’s a much lighter version that will keep your diet on track.

Using a vegetable spiralizer, you can prepare zucchini, carrots, or even potatoes or sweet potatoes in this manner. These will cook up delicious and you’ll love the texture it creates.

Magic Bullet

The magic bullet is the next great kitchen gadget to have on hand. This easy-to-use blender is perfect for blending or pureeing as you need it. It comes with drinking cups that you can use as the actual blender base for smoothies, it’s ideal. Just mix, place on the lid and take it to work with you.

If you’re always pressed for time for breakfast, this is a real must-have.

Slow Cooker

There are so many delicious recipes you can prepare using a slow cooker and best of all, you rarely need to use oil or butter. It’s ideal for those who do large meal prep’s and who need to take the leftovers to work. Cook up a large slow cooker recipe and you’ll be eating for days off that food.

Flavor Fusion Water Bottle

Finally, to try and get you to drink more water, try the flavor fusion water bottle. These bottles allow you to add delicious ingredients like strawberries, blueberries, or mint to your water, giving it a hint of flavor that encourages you to down more. It makes staying hydrated a breeze.

So there you have some of the best kitchen gadgets to consider if you’re looking to shake up your diet without adding unwanted fat or calories. All of these will not only make your menu healthier but may also make cooking more fun.

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