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When you think about changing your eating habits or starting a healthy eating regimen, the amount of information available can sometimes seem overwhelming. But in reality, changing your eating habits and maintaining a healthy eating plan is not as hard as some people think. And if you don’t learn anything else about healthy eating, you should always remember that the first key to a healthy diet is to eat a wide variety of foods. This is extremely important because different foods contain different vitamins and minerals that your body needs in order to function properly. In addition to eating a wide variety of foods, there are some added guidelines, provided by the UC Berkley Foundations of Wellness, that can help you maintain your healthy eating habits.
1. Eat foods that are high in fiber.
2. Make sure to include green, orange, and yellow fruits and vegetables.
3. Limit consumption of sugary and refined foods.
4. Limit intake of animal fats.
5. Cut back on trans fats.
6. Increase intake of fish and nuts.
7. Moderate portion size.
8. Get enough calcium.
9. Drink alcohol only in moderation.
By following these simple guidelines, you can successfully maintain a healthy diet and healthy eating habits. You do not have to feel like you should give up all of your favorite foods. Healthy eating is all about moderation! So have your favorite cheeseburger and fries—just don’t order it every day. When you take the time to occasionally indulge in your favorite foods, you are more likely to stick with your healthy eating habits for a lifetime.
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