Do you ever find that you worry constantly about your health, as you get older? Recently on an episode of Oprah she showcased a few individuals who take great care and pride in nourishing their bodies with healthy foods. The amazing thing is that they're not on a diet, they've moved past that and have included eating healthy as part of their lifestyle. But a big part of staying healthy is watching what you eat! Keep in mind that dieting is a poor way to stay healthy and that it doesn't even help you lose weight effectively. There are a dozens o f things you can do that will allow you to eat the foods you enjoy while still keeping yourself in the peak of health.

1. Consider When You Eat. Your metabolism which helps you power through your day tends to work faster when you're young. As you age, it slows down and needs a little bit of help. In order to make sure your metabolism is working as fast as it should be, you'll find that eating several small meals a day can help you keep your energy up and your food consumption reasonable.

2. Eat Colorfully. When you head to the produce aisle, what catches your eye? The more lively something is colored, the better it is for you. these are the ones that are loaded with antioxidants, and cancer fighting nutrients. To that end, take a look at beets, carrots and sweet potatoes just for a start. This is a great way to get the nutrients and vitamins that you need.

3. Start Eating Intuitively. Every time you catch yourself reaching for food, think about what kind of need you're trying to fulfill. Do you feel angry, sad, depressed or unhappy? If you're eating because you're bored or frustrated, this is a pattern that needs to stop! On the other hand, have you ever found yourself eating constantly but not getting full? If so, take some time to get to know your body and to figure out what it's asking for. Most of the times you're not hungry at all and from understanding what your body really wants you'll ultimately become a better eater.

4. You Should Be Downing Water. Water is something that your body unmistakably needs, but the problem is that so many of us go through a great deal of the day quite dehydrated. Take some time and really think about how much water you drink and what you can do to get up to those eight glasses (minimum!) of water a day that you need. Start carrying bottles of water with you and take a drink every time you pass the water fountain.

Take some time and think about how you can treat your body a little better and what you can do to make sure that you are going to be able to get the nutrition that you need. Good eating is the root of good health, so make sure that you consider what your choices are.