Healthy and balanced diet...?

A balanced diet is not a fad, yo-yo or crash diet. It is a way of ensuring you eat all of the required nutrients for your body to function properly. A balanced diet will not be the same for everyone. Everyone is different and often, individuals will require a different amount and type of nutrients. What you need will vary and will depend on age, gender, lifestyle, illness and the rate at which your body works.

Eating a balanced diet is key in maintaining good health and keeping your body in optimum condition. A balanced diet does not cut out food groups, it consists of a wide variety of foods, served in the correct proportions, to support your body and keep you energised, motivated and healthy.
Whether you are just starting your wellness journey or you are a professional athlete, speaking to a nutrition professional can be very beneficial. It’s easy to get wrapped up in what you see and hear in the world, but what works for one person may not be the solution for you. If you have a goal, whether it be as simple as getting healthier and looking after your body or running a marathon, there will be certain foods your body needs. Speaking to a professional can help you identify any changes you can make in order to reach your goal.

The journey can be very lonely, especially if your loved ones don’t understand what you’re doing. If your family are lovers of junk food, for example, they may not support your new interest in health and fitness. A nutrition professional can provide the support you need, push you out of your comfort zone and keep you motivated, all the while educating you on your body and what a balanced diet means to you.

You may be required to complete a food diary before your session, as well as answer some questions to help the professional get a clear understanding on where an issue may lie. If you have any questions, ask. It is important for the professional to know what is on your mind, so they know how to help. Together, you will be able to create a personalised diet plan, tailored to your needs, depending on your goal, your lifestyle or your health concern.

The basics
To maintain good health, your body needs whole foods and regular physical activity. If you are interested in adopting a more balanced diet, understanding the basics will make the change seem less daunting. Below are five tips to getting started on your new, more balanced lifestyle.

Aim to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables each day.
Drink plenty of water (six to eight glasses is recommended though this will vary).
Try to include at least two portions of fish every week.
Get into the habit of eating breakfast every day, it can help reduce snacking later on.
Get active! Adults are advised to conduct 150 minutes moderate exercise every week, why not get your friends involved and make it fun?
 
JamieD1234 said:
A balanced diet is not a fad, yo-yo or crash diet. It is a way of ensuring you eat all of the required nutrients for your body to function properly. A balanced diet will not be the same for everyone. Everyone is different and often, individuals will require a different amount and type of nutrients. What you need will vary and will depend on age, gender, lifestyle, illness and the rate at which your body works.

Eating a balanced diet is key in maintaining good health and keeping your body in optimum condition. A balanced diet does not cut out food groups, it consists of a wide variety of foods, served in the correct proportions, to support your body and keep you energised, motivated and healthy.
Whether you are just starting your wellness journey or you are a professional athlete, speaking to a nutrition professional can be very beneficial. It’s easy to get wrapped up in what you see and hear in the world, but what works for one person may not be the solution for you. If you have a goal, whether it be as simple as getting healthier and looking after your body or running a marathon, there will be certain foods your body needs. Speaking to a professional can help you identify any changes you can make in order to reach your goal.

The journey can be very lonely, especially if your loved ones don’t understand what you’re doing. If your family are lovers of junk food, for example, they may not support your new interest in health and fitness. A nutrition professional can provide the support you need, push you out of your comfort zone and keep you motivated, all the while educating you on your body and what a balanced diet means to you.

You may be required to complete a food diary before your session, as well as answer some questions to help the professional get a clear understanding on where an issue may lie. If you have any questions, ask. It is important for the professional to know what is on your mind, so they know how to help. Together, you will be able to create a personalised diet plan, tailored to your needs, depending on your goal, your lifestyle or your health concern.

The basics
To maintain good health, your body needs whole foods and regular physical activity. If you are interested in adopting a more balanced diet, understanding the basics will make the change seem less daunting. Below are five tips to getting started on your new, more balanced lifestyle.

Aim to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables each day.
Drink plenty of water (six to eight glasses is recommended though this will vary).
Try to include at least two portions of fish every week.
Get into the habit of eating breakfast every day, it can help reduce snacking later on.
Get active! Adults are advised to conduct 150 minutes moderate exercise every week, why not get your friends involved and make it fun?
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very good information
 
i would also mention that the general american diet food pyramid is undergoing a big change recently. more and more people are believing that carbs and sugar are at a huge detriment to the human body. it might be look into reducing your sugar and processed food/carbs food intake.
 
I found Diet and Health - Lose Weight app on my phone, I start to follow the advices. It really helped me lose weight. So I started to do more sports. I don't like active sports, so I chose yoga. I began to eat right. I began to eat more vegetables, less fried and replaced the cake with a salad for dinner. I believe that the principles of proper nutrition are enough for losing weight. Don't starve yourself.
 
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