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Healthy Eating PrinciplesEating right doesn't have to be complicated. Follow these simple healthy eating principles and you'll be well on your way to improving your diet and establishing a healthy relationship with food. It's not rocket science. Really. Start every day with breakfast You wouldn't try to drive your car to work in the morning without gas in it would you? Food is fuel! Continue to eat every 3-4 hours thereafter Small, frequent meals will keep your energy level steady all day and will prevent you from getting overly hungry...which usually leads to overeating! Include a small amount of protein with every meal Protein helps fill you up and curbs hunger between meals. Good sources include:
Include at least one fruit or vegetable every meal Fruits and vegetables have lots of important vitamins and are filling (due to their high water content), yet very low in calories. "Healthy" fats are those of plant (or fish) origin:
Pay attention to portion sizes Large portions translate into excess calories which results in weight gain. Amazing things happen when you pay attention to what you eat! Get Started Today These good nutrition tips are simple to understand and just as easy to implement. So what are you waiting for? It's really not that complicated! More healthy eating principles. Your Personal Nutrition Guide HOME |
