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Quick Tips for a Healthy Diet


When starting down the path of healthy eating, it is important to take one step at a time. Begin by choosing one or two of these helpful tips created by the USDA and found at ChooseMyPlate.gov.

Build a healthy plate

  • Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
  • Switch to skim or 1% milk
  • Make at least half your grains whole
  • Vary your protein food choices
  • Keep your food safe to eat - learn more at www.FoodSafety.gov

Cut back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars, and salt

  • Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
  • Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buy - it all adds up
  • Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats

Eat the right amount of calories for you

  • Enjoy your food, but eat less
  • Cook more often at home, where you are in control of what's in your food
  • When eating out, choose lower calorie menu options
  • Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
  • If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so sensibly - limit to one drink a day for women or two drinks a day for men

Be physically active your way

  • Pick an activity that you find enjoyable
  • Start off with 10 minutes of physical activity; every minute counts

Note to parents:  It is important for parents to understand that they are their children’s role model. Be sure to encourage your child to live a healthy life by setting a positive example. (ChooseMyPlate.gov).


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