The key to a healthy balanced diet is:-
*eating the right amount of food for how active you are
*eating a range of foods – this is what balanced means
#The range of foods in your diet should include:-
*plenty of fruit and vegetables
*plenty of bread, rice, potatoes, pasta and other starchy foods (choosing wholegrain varieties when possible) *some milk and dairy foods (choosing lower-fat varieties when possible)
*some meat, fish, eggs, beans and other non-dairy sources of protein *just a small amount of foods high in fat and sugar * the different types of food you need to eat *how much of what you eat should come from each food group
Healthy eating tips:-
- #Eating well plays an important part in maintaining good health. Below are eight practical tips that cover the basics of healthy eating and can help you make healthier choices:-
*Base your meals on starchy foods as these give you energy. Choose wholegrain varieties (or eat potatoes with their skins on) when you can: they contain more fibre.
*Eat at least five portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables a day
*Eat more fish. Eat at least two portions of fish every week, including one portion of oily fish such as mackerel or sardines. If you’re vegetarian and don’t eat fish,
*Cut down on saturated fat and sugar.
*Eat less salt – no more than 6g a day for adults.
*Get active and be a healthy weight.
*Drink plenty of water, about six to eight glasses of water (or other fluids) every day.
*Don’t skip breakfast because it gives you the energy you need for the day.
