MAINTENANCE OF GOOD NUTRITION

Good health should be everyone's goal. Good nutrition is the best way of achieving and maintaining it.

This is accomplished by eating a balanced diet in which all the required nutrients are included in correct amounts.

The food pyramid
This does not fit to everyone and individuals are encouraged to develop a customized food plan that fits them

Although the major food groups are a key to healthy meal plans, variety, taste, color, aroma, texture, and general food likes and dislikes must be considered.

SOUND AND SENSIBLE PRINCIPLES

• Make smart choices from every foodgroup
• Find your balance between food and physical activity
• Limit fats
• Get the most nutrition out of your calories
• Don't sugarcoat it
• Reduce sodium and increase potassium
• Read food labels to know the facts about what you eat
• Be aware that alcohol can be harmful to your health