Introduction to healthy eating To eat healthily, we must learn how to select a balanced diet that is high in dietary fibre and low in fats, cholesterol, sugar and salt. It just meant to have different types of food in the right amount and not over eating any one type of food A person age 18-65 should follow the dietary guideline. The dietary guideline are built on the ABC of good nutrition.
Aim to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight
Base your daily diet on the Healthy Diet Pyramid recommendations
Choose wisely for good health
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Eat 5-7 servings of rice and alternatives daily
Porridge, noodles, bread, roti prata & oats are examples of rice and alternatives. they provide us with the main source of energy we need for daily activities. They contributes to the vitamins, minerals, fibre and protein.
Tips: choose wholegrain or high-fibre varieties wherever possible.
2+2 servings of fruits and vegetable
They are rich in dietary fibre, vitamins and minerals. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetable everyday.
2 to 3 servings of meat and alternatives daily
They provide us with protein, iron and calcium. for vegetarians, tofu and beans are a good alternatives of it.
Eat less oil, sugar, salt and oil
Eat lesser of these as it can lead to health problems like diabetes, stroke & high blood pressure.....
Drink at least 6 glasses of water a day
you need to hydrate yourself while staying healthy =D
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