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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Does Your Meal Planning Include Smart Ingredients?

Healthy eating impacts more than your weight - it can affect your mood, your energy level, and of course, your overall health.
1. Plan Balanced Meals- You should have a proper balance of healthy protien, lean poultry, carbohydrates from whole grains, plus vitamins and minerals from fresh fruits and vegetables.
2. Choose Food High In Antioxidants- Foods like spinach and blueberries. Blueberries are also high in fiber.
3. Protien- Protien, a macronutrient, is an essential part of a healthy diet. Protiens help repair body cells, build and repair muscles and provide a source of energy.
4. Whole Grains and Fiber- Whole grains like oatmeal and brown rice are packed with fiber. Oatmeal for breakfast helps sustain you throughout the morning, giving you energy until lunch.
5. Nutrients- Cooking to retain vitamins and minerals also helps to retain flavor.

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