Tips for healthy eating

 

 

Healthy eating basically involves balance, variety and moderation. The top tips to healthy eating while still not missing out on your favourite food.

Nutrient-rich food
It is important to eat a variety of foods with a variety of nutrients. Daily food should include bread and whole grain products, meat, poultry, fish and food with proteins.
Whole grains, fruit and vegetables
Enjoy plenty of whole grain, fruits and vegetables. Six-11 servings from the rice, cereal and pasta group, 2-4 servings of fruit and 3-5 servings of vegetables are advised.
A healthy weight
Excessive fat can result in high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, cancer and other illnesses. Being too thin also has its ill-effects such as osteoporosis, menstrual irregularities and certain other health problems. Regular exercise is also recommended.
Moderate portions
Eating reasonable portions helps one eat a variety of food without worrying about eating unhealthy.
Regular meals
Skipping meals does not help. It could actually have a negative effect and result in over-eating.
Reduce, don’t eliminate
For those who love food which could be high in fat, sugar or salt, it is not necessary to eliminate it from your diet, just reduce the intake. Low-fat versions of your favourite food are also available.
Make necessary changes but gradually
Don’t revamp your diet overnight. Sudden changes in diet may not help.
Balance your food choices
In case you are eating food which is high in certain ingredients, balance it out by eating other foods which are low in it.
No food is good or bad
Food cannot be classified as good and bad. Do not feel guilty of eating food which is high in fat, but instead balance it out with something low in fat.