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MAKE IT EASY TO EAT FRUIT!
A bowl of fruit on your table or countertop makes it easy to choose a healthy snack.
ADD BEANS TO YOUR MEAL PLAN FOR PROTEIN
Beans need to be a part of your meal plan becaus e they are high in fiber,protein,minerals and B vitamins. They are als inexpensive and can be stored for a longtime if they are the dred beans.
Canned beans might be high in sodium lower sodium canned beans are a better chice.
Use beans as a side dish or main course. Try bean salad,bean soup,burritos or bean burgers
BEAT THE SUMMER HEAT! STAY HYDRATED!
Drink Water!...... Flavor water with fruits,vegetables, mint and any herbs or your choice for something different.
FOLLOW A HEALTHY EATING PATTERN ACROSS THE LIFSPAN
Everything you eat and drink matters! Every choice of food is an opportunity to move toward an eating pattern that is healthier. Small changes in choices of food and beverages can make a difference. The right change can help you be healthier now and in the future.
Consider the following changes:
REFINED GRAINS FOR WHOLE GRAINS
SOLID FATS FOR OIL
HIGH CALORIE SNACKS FOR NUTRIENT DENSE SNACKS
ADDING MORE VEGGIES TO FAVORITE DISHES
BEVERAGES WITH ADDED SUGARS FOR WATER
FOCUS ON FRUITS
EATING FRUITS HAVE MANY HEALTH BENEFITS
Individuals who eat more fruit as a part of a healthy eating plan get more nutrients such as potassium, dietary fiber,vitaminc C and folate. These nutrients are vital for health. Focus on fruits; fresh, canned (in water or 100 % juice) frozen or dried instead of juice.
The sugar naturally found in fruit does not count as added sugar.
LIMIT YOUR INTAKE OF ADDED SUGARS:
SHOULD YOU SNACK?
Planning for healthy snacks can help satisfy hunger in between meals and help keep you on the path toward your health goals.
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