by Jennifer
3 Basic Principles of Dieting
March 27, 2008 in General by Jennifer
- Eat a wide variety of foods–this is important because different foods make different nutritional contributions.
- Fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes (foods high in complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, minerals and low in fat and cholesterol) should make up the bulk of calories you consume. However it is equally important to consume an adequate amount of low-fat dairy products, lean meat and poultry, and fish. Aim for 20 grams of protein, 3 times per day.
- Maintain a balance between calorie intake and calorie expenditure–in other words, don’t eat more food than your body can utilize, otherwise you will gain weight. Therefore, the more active you are the more you can eat and still maintain this balance.
