MAKE IT FAST, KEEP IT HEALTHY National Nutrition Month, March 2012 Healthy Hearts Nutrition LLC, Leslie Clem MPH, RD, LD
WHAT DOES EATING HEALTHY LOOK LIKE?
PROTEIN Lean, low-fat meat Seafood, high in omega-3 fatty acids Nuts & seeds Beans Soy Eggs How much protein do I need? 10-35% of calories
FRUITS & VEGGIES Make ½ of your plate fruits & veggies High water content Fiber Low calorie Potassium Folate Vitamin C Vitamin A
WHOLE GRAINS Whole Grains vs. Refined Grains At least ½ of your grains should be WHOLE Fiber B Vitamins Folate Iron Magnesium & Selenium Tips to help you eat more whole grains:
LOW-FAT DAIRY Low-fat or fat-free Weight loss Calcium Vitamin D Potassium Chocolate milk after workout
HEALTHY FATS Oils Avocado Fatty Fish Nuts/Nut Butters Solid fats vs. Oils
BREAKFAST ON THE GO There is ALWAYS time for breakfast Lean protein Fiber Healthy Fat Research drive-thru menus before you go Coffee drinks Plan ahead
LUNCH-PACKING Lunch box/Tupperware Cut/wash veggies/fruit for the week Lean protein or dairy 6 small meals vs. 3 meals/2 snacks Fluids
LUNCH-EATING OUT Research nutrition for favorite restaurants Skip the bread basket Order broth-based soups or salads with light dressing pre-meal Choose appetizers or split large portions You don’t have to give in to peer pressure Avoid food coma
SNACKING Lean protein Fiber included Portion out nuts Smaller portions/100 calorie packages Low-fat dairy Non-refrigerated snacks Vending machine
DINNER-ON THE RUN Meal replacement bars/drinks Pack a dinner Drive thru menu Don’t wait until you are starving
DINNER- EATING OUT Appetizers Soups & Salads pre-meal Skip the bread Research the menu Eat ½ and take the other ½ for lunch the next day Indulge in your inner child-order kid’s meals Baked and broiled meats Avoid creamy sauces Everything in moderation
DINNER-COOKING FOR A FAMILY Healthy Crock-pot recipes: s_menus/collections/healthy_slow _cooker_recipes s_menus/collections/healthy_slow _cooker_recipes collection/crock-pot/healthy collection/crock-pot/healthy et/search/label/freezer%20cookin g et/search/label/freezer%20cookin g Eat at the table, as a family
YOU HAVE TO HAVE A PLAN Sundays Research menus Read food labels Investigate new recipes Get excited to try new foods Pack the night before Pre-portion snacks
CONCLUSION Takes time & effort Plan ahead Consult a Registered Dietitian for help
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