Nutrition Tips

Nutrition Tips
1	The best thirst quenching drink without calories is plain water. Other options would be buttermilk, lime water, fruit ice.
2	Dietary fibre is found only in plant foods and plays an important role in helping to keep the bowel healthy and hence lead a healthy lifestyle.
3	Havebreakfast every day and remember to eat regular meals.
4	Rather than glugging a huge glass of water and running straight to the loo, try to take regular, small drinks throughout the day.
5	Don't just say 'I will eat more fruit', be more precise and see if you can achieve it - e.g. 'I will eat a piece of fruit for my afternoon snack at work.'
6	Managing weight is about balancing the calories you eat and the calories you use up. This will help you maintain your weight.
7	Have a glass of water next to the bed and take sips if you wake up during the night.
8	Bigger portions tend to encourage us to eat more whether we really need to or not, so it stands to reason that if you have less food in front of you, the less you’ll eat and the fewer calories you’ll consume.
9	Put chips, nuts and other snacks in bowls or on plates Did you know that managing your weight is one of the most important steps you can take towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
10	When you’re eating out, order two starters or skip a course. If the menu allows it, order a small portion whenever you can
11	Don’t skip meals and don’t deprive yourself. The key to success is balance, variety and moderation
12	Don’t fall into the trap of believing that vegetarian options are automatically lower in calories; they’re not. Avoid dishes containing lots of cheese or nuts.
13	You don’t have to miss out on dessert – just choose wisely. Stick to fruit based puddings or sorbet. Or why not share a pudding?
14	Snacking is not a bad habit. In fact, it can often be the most efficient way of helping us get the nutrients we need throughout the day.
15	Include a variety of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet. Aim for 2 serves of fruit and 5 serves of vegetables a day.
16	Plan ahead. Whenever you are feeling hungry, snack on some fruits, vegetables, dry khakhra or a handful of nuts to help keep you satisfied.
17	Choose the crunch when you munch. Always opt for the whole fruit as it’s more likely to have a higher fibre content helping you feel fuller.
18	Go for fruits! Fruits are packed with vitamin and antioxidant power and they contain fibre which can help you feel more satisfied.
19	Keep a food journal. It helps you identify unhealthy patterns that may be affecting your efforts to manage your weight.