Eating well begins with eating a variety of foods each day to get the nutrients you need for good health. Making healthy food choices will help you eat healthier fats, more fibre and less salt and sugar.
Tips to get started
- Follow Canada’s Food Guide.
- Choose processed foods less often.
- Cook and eat at home more. This can help control portion size, as well as the amount of salt and the amount and type of fat you eat.
- Plan menus and make a shopping list. Look at weekly store flyers to take advantage of specials.
- Make healthy choices as often as possible but do allow yourself to have a treat once in a while.
- Include at least 5 to 10 servings of vegetables and fruit each day.
- Be aware of when you eat and why. Listen to your body and eat when you are hungry.
- Slow down and enjoy every bite. It actually takes 20 minutes for your brain to get the message that your stomach is full.
- Talk to your doctor if you feel you need extra help to change your eating habits. Your doctor can refer you to a registered dietitian in your community.
Small changes to what you eat can make a difference. It's all about balance, moderation and variety.
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