Eat Healthy

The Basics

Your body needs the right vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to stay healthy. A healthy diet means that you are eating:

  • Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat milk products
  • Fish, poultry, lean meats, eggs, beans, and nuts

Stay away from:

  • Cholesterol, sodium (salt), and added sugars
  • Trans fats – Trans fats may be in foods like cakes, cookies, stick margarines, and other fried foods.
  • Saturated fats – These fats come from animal products like cheese, fatty meats, whole milk, and butter.

A healthy diet can keep your body strong and active.
By making smart food choices, you can protect yourself from:

  • Heart disease
  • Bone loss
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Some cancers, such as colorectal cancer