Eight Tips for Eating Right It's not as hard as you might think!

 

 

• Choose good carbs, not no carbs. Whole grains are your best bet.
• Pay attention to the protein package. Fish, poultry, nuts and beans are the best choices.
• Choose healthy fats, limit saturated fat and avoid trans fat. Plant oils, nuts and fish are the healthiest sources.
• Choose a fiber-filled diet, rich in whole grains, vegetables and fruits.
• Eat more vegetables and fruits. Go for color and variety—dark green, yellow, orange and red.
• Calcium is important. But milk isn't the only, or even best, source.
• Moderate drinking can be healthy—but not for everyone. You must weigh the benefits and risks of alcohol.
• A daily multivitamin is a great nutrition insurance policy.

 

Source: Harvard School of Public Health

 

Published 08/15/08