Choosing the right healthy foods to eat

Personal Trainer
Patrick Kallie

Choosing the right healthy foods is getting harder and harder these days. It seems that we have so many unhealthy choices marketed to us than healthy choices. Their are many of healthy food choices out their that you can make. Most foods that you buy out of the grocery store that are in a package are loaded with additives and preservatives. That's why it is always a good practice to read the label when you are buying food.

This is a good habit to have when you are trying to live a healthy lifestyle. Always remember to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, this will keep you feeling full all day long. Get into the habit of also looking at the calorie count per serving on the package. The body only needs about 2,000 calories a day. People get into trouble when they go over the daily recommended amount. Some fast food joints have close to or more than 2,000 calories per meal!

So as you can see bad habits can get you in trouble very quickly if you are not careful. It does take some time to get into the habit of watching your calories, but when you do you will not even have to think about it. It will be like second nature.

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Five Major food groups

1. Grains or starch group

* Pasta, breads, potatoes, rice, noodles, are in this group.

* All of the foods belonging to this group should be a part of every meal.

* These foods are a main source of fiber and vitamin B.

* High fiber variety is recommended.

2. Milk and dairy group

* Includes milk, cheese, and yogurt

* It's very rich source of vitamin, protein, calcium and minerals.

* Should get 3 servings per day.

* You should stick with the low fat versions to avoid saturated fats in this group.

3. Fruits and vegetables

* Great source of minerals, vitamins, and fibers.

* Have very low fat and low calories.

* Diet should include 5 portions of fruits and vegetable servings per day.

4. Meats, fish, and poultry

* Major source of vitamin B12 and iron.

* Red meat should be free of visible fats, only eat the lean portions.

* Red meat should only be eaten no more than twice a week.

* Eat only lean meats.

5. Sugars and fats

* These type of foods should be avoided because they are so high in calories and fats.

* Ice cream, butter, salad dressing, pastries, sweets, cooking oils, mayonnaise, and sugary drinks.

* If you just have to have these types of foods, make sure they are low sugar or sugar free.

Making the right food choices can add many of years to your life. What are some of the healthy food choices that you have made for the better?
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