March 2013: Nutrition and Healthy Eating

It's a no-brainer. One of the most important parts of a healthy diet is a healthy plate. To help you build one, choose from the tips below and start today.

Balance your calories.

• Enjoy your food, but eat less.

•  Avoid oversized portions.

Eat more healthy foods.

• Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. 

• Make at least half your grains whole grains. 

• Switch to fat-free or low fat (1%) milk.

Eat fewer foods with salt and sugar.

• Compare salt in foods like soup and frozen meals, and avoid foods high in salt.
  

• Drink water instead of sugary drinks.

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