Choosing Healthy The Good
The Good
Experts Agree!
A healthy diet should include adequate hydration, essential fats, whole grains & starches, fruits & vegetables, lean protein, dairy or an alternate source of Vitamin D & calcium, and adequate dietary fiber.
Whole Grains & Starches
Whole grains and starchy vegetables contain beneficial phytochemicals (plant chemicals) and antioxidants. Whole grains and starchy vegetables often contain high amounts of dietary fiber as well.
Essential Fats (Fatty Acids)
Although fats have gotten a bad rap from time to time, they are essential to human life. They also enhance the flavor of foods and contribute to a feeling of satisfaction and fullness.
Hydrate for Optimal Health
Over 60% of the human body is water so it's easy to see why staying hydrated is so important. In February 2004, the US Institute of Medicine of the National Academies released dietary recommendations for the daily intake of water, salt and potassium based on the most current research.
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