Eat Different Types of Foods

• This could include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and healthy fats.
• There are various foods with different types of essential nutrients.

Choose Whole Grains

• Instead of refined grains go for breads made from whole-grain flour, brown rice or pasta.
• Whole grain contains higher fiber content and more nutrients.
• Incorporate Plenty of Fruits and Vegetables
• Aim to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
• They are packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Limit Added Sugars

• Reduce the intake of sugary beverages such as sodas, cakes, candies and pastries.
• Be sure that you also pay attention to sugar amounts in packaged foods.

Select Lean Proteins

• When it comes to proteins make healthier choices like fish, poultry without skin, legumes or soy products.
• It is better to avoid processed meat as they may contain high cholesterol levels due to their fat content or sodium levels that are not good for your health.

Control Portion Sizes

• Be watchful about portion sizes so that you do not overeat your meal which will then create a condition called overeating disorder (Flegal et al., 2012).
• Use smaller plates or bowls; this helps you manage how much you take in terms of food portions than when you use larger plates and bowls which tend to encourage bigger portions (Rolls 2003).

Stay Hydrated

• Drink lots of water throughout the day.
• Consume fewer sugar sweetened drinks and moderate caffeine consumption.

Limit Sodium Intake

• Reduce sodium intake by eating less processed foods like chips among other snacks.
• Using salt for flavoring should be replaced by using herbs and spices in order to reduce on the intake level.

Healthy Snacking

• Choose healthy snacks including nuts, fruits, yogurt vegetable etcetera.
• Avoid consuming chips candy bars or any kind of empty calories.

Practice mindful eating.

• Take your time while eating and enjoy every mouthful of your meal.
• Do not overeat by observing hunger and fullness signals.

Restrict Alcohol Intake

• Drink alcohol only in moderation if at all.
• Too much alcohol can lead to weight gain and undermine a person’s health generally.
• Stay away from Processed Foods
• Prioritize fresh, whole foods instead of packaged ones.

• Processed foods often come loaded with bad fats, sugars, and other additives.

Keep Your Diet Balanced

• Make sure that you eat a combination of carbohydrates, proteins and fats for each meal eaten.
• One should not skip meals particularly breakfast if they want to remain energetic throughout the day.