20 I Nutrition Magazine October 20 1 5
Heal t hy
eat ing pl an
Life can be hectic, and sometimes it?s hard to take the time to make healthy food choices.
But making wise food choices along with regular physical activity? can offer big benefits,
now and in the future. Good nutrition may help you lower your risk of some chronic
diseases, have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies, and reach and stay at a healthy
body weight. Healthy eating habits can help you feel your best? today and every day.
Heal t hy eat ing pl an
You might feel confused by all the conflicting information you hear about what to eat. But,
in reality, a healthy eating plan can help you make wise food choices. A healthy eating
plan includes:
fruits and vegetables
whole grains
fat-free or low-fat versions of milk, cheese, yogurt, and other milk products
lean meats, poultry, fish, dry beans and peas, eggs, and nuts
What should you limit? Your healthy eating plan should be low in:
saturated fat
transfat
cholesterol (koh-LESS-tur-ol)
salt (sodium)
added sugars
alcohol