10 Tips to healthy eating and physical activity for you 1. Start your day with breakfast. Breakfast fills your "empty tank" to get you going after a long night without food. And it can help you do better in school. Easy to prepare breakfasts include cold cereal with fruit and low-fat milk, whole-wheat toast with peanut butter, yogurt with fruit, whole-grain waffles or even last night's pizza! 2. Get Moving! It's easy to fit physical activities into your daily routine. Walk, bike or jog to see friends. Take a 10-minute activity break every hour while you read, do homework or watch TV. Climb stairs instead of taking an escalator or elevator. Try to do these things for a total of 30 minutes every day. 3. Snack smart. Snacks are a great way to refuel. Choose snacks from different food groups - a glass of low-fat milk and a few graham crackers, an apple or celery sticks with peanut butter and raisins, or some dry cereal. If you eat smart at other meals, cookies, chips and ...
1 consider your drink Choose water, fat-free or low-fat milk, unsweetened tea, and other drinks without added sugars to complement your meal. 2 savor a salad Start your meal with a salad packed with vegetables to help you feel satisfied sooner. Ask for dressing on the side and use a small amount of it. 3 share a main dish Divide a main entree between family and friends. Ask for small plates for everyone at the table. 4 select from the sides Order a side dish or an appetizer-sized portion instead of a regular entree. They’re usually served on smaller plates and in smaller amounts. 5 pack your snack Pack fruit, sliced vegetables, low-fat string cheese, or unsalted nuts to eat during road trips or long commutes. No need to stop for other food when these snacks are ready-to-eat.
fill your plate with vegetables and fruit Stir-fries, kabobs, or vegetarian options are usually filled with vegetables. Order options without creamy sauces or heavy gravies. Select fruits for dessert. 7 compare the calories, fat, and sodium Many menus now include nutrition information. Look for items that are lower in calories, saturated fat, and sodium. Check with your server if you don’t see them on the menu. For more information, check www.FDA.gov. 8 pass on the buffet Have an item from the menu and avoid the “all-you-can-eat” buffet. Steamed, grilled, or broiled dishes have fewer calories than foods that are fried in oil or cooked in butter. 9 get your whole grains Request 100% whole-wheat breads, rolls, and pasta when choosing sandwiches, burgers, or main dishes. 10 quit the “clean your plate club” When you’ve eaten enough food, leave the rest. Take leftovers home in a container and chill in the refrigerator right away.
fill your plate with vegetables and fruit Stir-fries, kabobs, or vegetarian options are usually filled with vegetables. Order options without creamy sauces or heavy gravies. Select fruits for dessert. 7 compare the calories, fat, and sodium Many menus now include nutrition information. Look for items that are lower in calories, saturated fat, and sodium. Check with your server if you don’t see them on the menu. For more information, check www.FDA.gov. 8 pass on the buffet Have an item from the menu and avoid the “all-you-can-eat” buffet. Steamed, grilled, or broiled dishes have fewer calories than foods that are fried in oil or cooked in butter. 9 get your whole grains Request 100% whole-wheat breads, rolls, and pasta when choosing sandwiches, burgers, or main dishes. 10 quit the “clean your plate club” When you’ve eaten enough food, leave the rest. Take leftovers home in a container and chill in the refrigerator right away.
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