Thanks to the introduction of surprisingly delicious better-for-you foods, balancing nutrition and great taste is simple.

Bob Greene, author of the New York Times bestseller “The Best Life Diet,” believes healthy eating can be a culinary experience. He provides the following tips for healthy living:

* Stick with a healthy routine even after slip-ups.

* Exercise regularly, eat fruits, vegetables and foods rich in whole grains to boost your overall wellness.

“I recommend three to five servings of whole grains daily. To reach this goal, try substituting some of the refined products you eat with versions that contain whole grains. For instance, this is easy when you enjoy foods that taste delicious like Barilla Whole Grain pasta, that you can use in place of regular pasta,” Greene says.

Greene encourages people to take the Barilla “That’s Whole Grain?” Taste Challenge which guarantees that anyone who tries Barilla Whole Grain will enjoy its taste. People who are not completely satisfied with the product can receive a box of their favorite regular Barilla pasta.

An even better idea is to make your own fresh pasta. It’s easier than you think with this Imperia pasta machine. From Italy to you with love.