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Enjoying your food
Every day, we need to eat and drink to satisfy our daily energy requirements and obtain the
essential nutrients our bodies need. A balanced diet should provide:
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Sufficient energy (calories), fluids and essential nutrients, such as protein, vitamins and
minerals
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A good balance of food intake between the different meals
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An evenly distributed supply of energy and nutrients throughout the day
However, we live in an environment where healthy choices are not always the easiest choices,
we rely heavily on processed foods and 'eat on the go' much of the time. No-one would suggest
we eat as our ancestors did, but if we believe eating for health is important, then we need to
adapt to today's lifestyles and optimise our nutritional health.
Achieving a healthy balance
Eat lots of fruit and vegetables every day. Bursting with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidant
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nutrients and fibre they're a vital part of your healthy eating plan.
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Base meals on starchy carbohydrate foods for energy and fibre.
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Eat less saturated fat – it's linked to heart disease, and is not essential in the diet.
Eat more fish: both white fish (low in fat and rich in nutrients) and oily fish. Aim for at least two
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servings of fish a week, including one serving of oily fish (salmon; mackerel; pilchards; sardines).
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Watch portion sizes, especially of fatty, sugary foods and try to be a healthy weight.
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Cut down on salt – read labels and keep your intake to below 6g per day.
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Drink plenty of water and fluids – at least 6-8 glasses every day.
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Start each day with breakfast.
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Take time to enjoy your food: sit down at the table and savour every mouthful.
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