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Path to improved

health through

Nutrition

fruits and vegetables with your meals
and as snack .Most people think
that a good snack should originate
from wheat products which is wrong.
Instead you should go for fruits or
arrow roots. Always read and make
a habit of reading nutrition labels on
food before buying them so product
may be having more calories than
what you need in a day.When eat-
ing out which most of people claim
to be the reason they are unable
to eat healthy should choose food
that is low in fat and take whole
Good nutrition is one of to have big body I normally call them meal carbohydrates, also look at the
scapegoats .It helps if you focus on portions that you are taking. TAKE
the keys to a healthy life. small changes; making changes to water when you feel thirsty avoid

your diet may also be beneficial. taking sweetened drinks like soda
You can improve your health If yes you are on the right track keep ,fruit juice, sports and energy drinks,

by taking a balanced diet. it .If not keep track of your food intake they contain a lot of sugar that is not
by writing down what you eat, drink good for your health they contain a
ne should eat foods that every day, these will help you assess lot of calories which are not good
contain vitamins and miner- your diet .You will be able to see the to you.BALANCED nutrition and
Oals. These include fruits, type of food that you consume more regular exercise are good for your
vegetables, whole grains, and dairy or less in certain food groups. SEEK health. These health habits can help
products and plant sources of pro- Help from the nutritionist. Everyone you lose or maintain weight, avoid
teins. can benefit from cutting back on un- lifestyle conditions like diabetes ,can-
It can be hard to change your feed- healthy eating. cer, high blood pressure,obesity,and
ing habits. Many people normally Here are some suggestions on how many more. In conclusion for you
give reasons of not eating healthy as to cut back on unhealthy eating. to stay healthy consume more plant
they are always tired after work, they Rather than frying meat bake, grill or products, reduce or even avoid
are unable to prepare healthy meals, boil, remove skin from chicken, eat wheat products, dairy products, and
making healthy meals take a lot of fish twice per week. Avoid adding squeeze in a 0 minute exercise ses-
time, I normally stay alone so I can’t butter on bread, salad dressing and sion daily.
By Augustine Simiyu
cook, the nature of my job allows me other various foods. Take plenty of
Nutritionist at Outspan Hospital

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