Diet Checklist

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Diet Checklist
  • Enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the day.
  • ..and don't forget nature's perfect protein... eggs! Protein portions for each meal should be about 3-4 oz., about the size of ;your palm.
  • These calcium-rich foods are also high in protein. Have a problem with lactose? Try goat or soy milk.
  • Pick wheat or whole grain bread over white.
  • Unsalted nuts (almonds and walnuts are best), avocados, and olive oil are great examples.
  • This will keep your metabolism fired up and you'll always feel satisfied.
  • Lowfat dairy products and some whole grains are a good mix and may help you sleep better.
  • They can make your dishes more flavorful without the extra sugar and preservatives found in bottled sauces.
  • Make yours with milk or plain yogurt, and top with bananas, ;cinnamon ;or berries for sweetness. Just be sure to get the regular stuff (not quick-cooking or instant). It only takes about 10 minutes to make, and is the perfect breakfast.
  • Besides damaging your health, ;this tactic actually slows your metabolism down and your body will stop burning fat.
  • You'll be more susceptible to injury and infection.
  • Chances are you won't sleep well, and may overeat the next morning.
  • It is the most important meal of the day, and will get your metabolism moving while keeping blood sugar regulated. If you aren't a breakfast eater, start small: have some fresh fruit with yogurt.
  • You may lose weight at first, but once you re-introduce this group to your diet you will most likely gain back even more weight.
  • Use olive oil whenever possible. Canola, coconut (yes, coconut!) and avacado oil are also good substitutes, but since the fat content is higher use moderately.
  • Make your own snacks!
  • (Try subbing lemon juice for salt when cooking!)
  • If you need a drink occasionally, opt for a glass of red wine. Red wine has some heart-healthy properties.
  • These cooking methods require the use of excessive oil, and much of the nutritional value of your food will be lost.
  • All fat, no nutrients! Try lowfat ;mozzarella ;instead. If you miss the cream cheese, try ;Greek ;yogurt. It has a similar ;consistency ;to whipped cream cheese, and is high in protein, low in fat, high in taste! (Much better than fat-free cream cheese!)
  • This will fill you up, as both the water and fiber content of apples are high.
  • It's the only known calorie-free sugar substitute that is not harmful to your health, and is safe for people with diabetes.
  • Green tea is full of antioxidants and will keep you (safely!) alert. Best of all, you can drink several cups a day.
  • For baked goods, you can often substitute unsweetened applesauce for oil, plain white lowfat yogurt for buttermilk, and 2 ;egg whites ;for one whole egg.
  • Quinoa, for example, is a grain similar in texture to barley you can substitute for other starches, with the added benefit that it's a complete protein! Try Soy, Almond, rice, and Spelt milks as substitutes for dairy.
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