| Here are 11 of the best healthy eating tips that will | | | | 6. Cut WAY back on the amount of sugar you're |
| allow you to accomplish your weight loss goals and | | | | eating. Choose sugar-free products and sweeteners |
| start living a healthier and happier lifestyle: | | | | such as Splenda instead and avoid foods with "high |
| 1. Eat 6 small meals per day (and be sure to eat | | | | fructose corn syrup," "dextrose," and "sucrose" |
| smaller portion sizes) | | | | 7. Drinking red wine in moderation is good for your |
| 2. Eat only whole grain carbs such as brown rice, | | | | heart (but more than 1-2 glasses per day can have the |
| whole wheat bread and pasta, and avoid refined carbs | | | | opposite effect) |
| such as WHITE flour, rice, pasta, and bread | | | | 8. Eat more vegetables - try eating 3-4 servings a day |
| 3. Eat a complete breakfast - skim milk, oatmeal egg | | | | for a week. You will be amazed by the results |
| whites, fresh fruit, wheat bread, and reduced fat | | | | 9. Indulge occasionally. Treat yourself to a couple slices |
| cheeses are all great options | | | | of pizza, a hamburger, or ice cream once per week. |
| 4. Keep healthy snacks on hand at work. Salt-free | | | | 10. If you're eating out, check out the healthy menu |
| nuts, granola, and veggies are great snacks and will | | | | options ahead of time at Healthy Dining Finder |
| save you a trip to the vending machine | | | | 11. Learn how to cook healthy food - use methods |
| 5. Learning how to read a food label is a crucial step in | | | | such as broiling, grilling, baking, poaching, steaming, stir |
| eating healthier | | | | frying, and microwaving. |