DIETING - METABOLISM - FOOD NUTRITION

HEALTHY FOODS

Healthy foods do not necessarily mean foods without taste. Many of our favourite foods are good for us, the problem is cutting out all our favourites at the other end of the spectrum. However, here are some foods you should try to eat plenty of, that can help keep you full without giving you too much fat and unnecessary calories.

The fruits and vegetables category is a safe bet. Leafy veggies and colorful ones are full of nurients and vitamins, and help fill you up with a minimum of excess calories and fat. Plus, you can eat them fresh or frozen, they don't lose any nutritional value in the freezer!

When eating meats, its always better to choose poultry, avoid eating the skin though. When preparing red meat, trim away excess fat.

Nuts are typically a good choice as a snack to replace snack foods, although choose nuts that are dry, not oily.

Dairy products typically come in various levels of fat content, so choose low-fat cheeses, skim milk, low-fat yogurt and low-fat cottage cheese.

In breads and cereals, choose whole wheat bread, and brown rice.

 

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Dean Ornish