Money Is Tight, But You Still Want To Eat Right-Healthy living Part 2
Healthy eating is about getting the balance right, having enough fruit and vegetables, protein, fibre and starchy foods whilst not too much fat, sugar and salt.
Healthy eating on a budget is all about being creative with the money you do have. Make healthier food choices by learning about your guideline daily amounts and getting the right balance.
Fruit and vegetables provide us with fibre, vitamins and minerals and to get the greatest health benefits from them, The Department of Health recommends that we should eat at least 5 portions per day.
The unique package of nutrients and plant compounds in fruits and vegetables can help to protect against cancer, obesity and various chronic diseases such as heart disease, research suggests.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are usually very high in nutrients, but it will be more expensive. If you are on a very tight budget, learn to can or otherwise preserve these fruits and vegetables so you can have them all year round!
Having bread, rice, potatoes, pasta and other starchy foods at each meal to make up another third of diet. Because they provide energy and dietary fibre along with vitamins, minerals and small amounts of protein.
Milk and dairy foods contain protein, some vitamins, calcium and phosphoruswhich is necessary for strong bones and teeth. But high in saturated fat content, they should be eaten in moderation.
Meat, fish, eggs and beans includes both animal and plant sources of protein, which is a major functional and structural component of all cells. Protein provides the body with between 10 and 15 per cent of its dietary energy, and is needed for growth and repair. But limit your consumption of red meat to no more than 500g a week as they have been linked to certain forms of cancer.
Besides the foods, water is essential for the body's growth and maintenance, as it's involved in a number of processes. So drink six to eight medium glasses of fluid daily is necessary. Beverages such as tea, coffee and fruit juices count towards fluid intake, and may bring with them other nutrients or benefits.
Eating well to prevent diseases, such as heart attack and stroke with a variety of different foods in a low budget is not impossible. It can be done by taking a little bit of extra time and effort to plan your meals, and you can make good and inexpensive food choice in order to provide your body with excellent nutrition. - 17268
Healthy eating on a budget is all about being creative with the money you do have. Make healthier food choices by learning about your guideline daily amounts and getting the right balance.
Fruit and vegetables provide us with fibre, vitamins and minerals and to get the greatest health benefits from them, The Department of Health recommends that we should eat at least 5 portions per day.
The unique package of nutrients and plant compounds in fruits and vegetables can help to protect against cancer, obesity and various chronic diseases such as heart disease, research suggests.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are usually very high in nutrients, but it will be more expensive. If you are on a very tight budget, learn to can or otherwise preserve these fruits and vegetables so you can have them all year round!
Having bread, rice, potatoes, pasta and other starchy foods at each meal to make up another third of diet. Because they provide energy and dietary fibre along with vitamins, minerals and small amounts of protein.
Milk and dairy foods contain protein, some vitamins, calcium and phosphoruswhich is necessary for strong bones and teeth. But high in saturated fat content, they should be eaten in moderation.
Meat, fish, eggs and beans includes both animal and plant sources of protein, which is a major functional and structural component of all cells. Protein provides the body with between 10 and 15 per cent of its dietary energy, and is needed for growth and repair. But limit your consumption of red meat to no more than 500g a week as they have been linked to certain forms of cancer.
Besides the foods, water is essential for the body's growth and maintenance, as it's involved in a number of processes. So drink six to eight medium glasses of fluid daily is necessary. Beverages such as tea, coffee and fruit juices count towards fluid intake, and may bring with them other nutrients or benefits.
Eating well to prevent diseases, such as heart attack and stroke with a variety of different foods in a low budget is not impossible. It can be done by taking a little bit of extra time and effort to plan your meals, and you can make good and inexpensive food choice in order to provide your body with excellent nutrition. - 17268
About the Author:
Haiyan Lai-Heskin has been a nurse for 17 years. She has been writing Health, Wellness and Fitness articles for many years. Her website Healthy Living Guide has varieties of health related articles advocate people to have a healthy lifestyle. Try the part of Most Popular Celebrity Diets to help your weight loss and exercise program.
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