Veggies and fruits are full of nutrients that support good health. Choose
fruits like apple, orange, and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes,
sweet potatoes, and broccoli.
Target to make at least half your grains whole grains. Whole grains provide
more nutrients, like fiber than refined grains.
Adding to your meal a cup of fat-free or low-fat milk. You will
get the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but
fewer calories.
The ingredients of your meal should have protein foods such as lean
beef, chicken or turkey, eggs, nuts and beans. Make seafood the
protein on your plate twice a week.
Try steamed broccoli with a sprinkling of low-fat parmesan cheese or a
squeeze of lemon. Using heavy gravies or sauces will add fat and calories.
Eat at home more often so you know exactly what you are eating. If you eat
out, check and compare the nutrition information. Select meals that are lower
in calories, and saturated fat.
Keep it interesting by picking out new foods you’ve never tried before.
Make your dessert dish main ingredient is fruit. Serve a fresh fruit salad
or a fruit parfait made with yogurt.