Healthy Eating

 

Healthy Nutrition Food Pyramid
 
 

The following recommendations are for non-pregnant women.
For Healthy Nutrition in Pregnancy, check here.

Dairy
Milk Group - 2-3 servings

milk, yogurt, low-fat cheese
Protein - 2-4 servings

fish, chicken, turkey, beans, nuts, eggs
Protein
Vegetables
 Vegetables - 3-5 servings
Fruit Group - 2-4 servings

At least one should be citrus
Fruit
Bread, cereal, rice & pasta
Bread, Cereal, Rice & Pasta 
6-11 servings:
Water
coffee, salt, alcoholFats, Oils, sugars, junk food
Drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
Limit excessive salt intake.  Spices can spice up your food.  Use caffeine in moderation.
Use fats, sugars, and oils in moderation
Eating Out
Eating out can be done, just watch the menu and tell the waiter exactly how you want food prepared. After all, you are paying for it.
What is One Serving?
We have the answer for you.

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