It is very important to maintain a healthy weight. Eat a variety of foods to assure the supply of all the nutrients required daily. The five major food groups are grains, milk, fruits, vegetables and meat, fish and legumes. Requirement of nutrients vary from individual to individual based on their physique, physical activities and health. Carbohydrates, proteins, starch, vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients to be included in daily diet. The calories in food must be balanced for a healthy diet. People on excessive diet may not get the required calories they need for good health. People with over weight are having high risk for blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, heart ailments etc.
Eat more vegetables and fruits without high sugar and fat.
Eat limited quantity of rice, cereal and bread.
Assure enough fibre in diet for better bowel function.
Eat less fat and less sugar.
Drink 8 to 12 glasses of water.
Avoid snacking to limit the calories in your diet.
Eat smaller portions, chew well to enjoy your meal.
Avoid or limit second servings to watch what you eat!!!
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