Eating clean is a lot easier when your cupboards, fridge and freezer are stocked with healthy, whole foods and minimally processed ingredients. Consider this 5-day challenge your inspiration to clean up your plate and feel the benefits of whole foods Day1- Add in veggies There is no bad time to add vegetables to a meal or snack, especially in the summer months. An easy way to get more veg into your day is to add it to things you already eat. Try adding greens to pasta, vegetables to a stir-fry or peas to your rice to boost your daily intake. Day2- Go Meatless Cutting back on meat can help you save money, eat healthy and make your plate more earth-friendly. Not to mention, there are several health benefits of going plant-based more often. Today, try to not eat any meat and limit your intake of animal products. Fresh recipes like our Healthy Detox Salad will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied, no meat required. Day3- Drink water before meals Sipping on water before a meal can help you hydrate up and be more mindful of hunger and fullness. While you cook or before you sit down to eat, take a few minutes to drink a glass to reap the benefits of staying hydrated. Day4 - Enjoy fruits One way to satisfy a sweet tooth is to indulge in nature's candy: fruit! Whether it's to pick you up from an afternoon slump or to treat yourself after dinner, there are so many delicious ways to enjoy fruit. Recipes like Strawberry-Mango Nice Cream, Mojito Blueberry & Watermelon Salad and Grilled Peaches with Honey Mascarpone are some of our clean eating go-tos. Day5- Use herbs Herbs are a great way to boost the flavor of your food without added salt, sugar or fat. Plus, herbs can pack some impressive nutrition along with their fresh flavor. We have a guide to cooking with fresh herbs to help you get started. Make sure you store them correctly to get the most out of their shelf life.