- Limit sweets, sugar sweetened beverages, saturated fats, processed foods, and sodium intake.
- Stay hydrated by drinking water and avoiding sugary drinks.
- Limit alcohol intake to moderate levels at most.
- Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables at each meal.
- Read nutrition labels to identify healthier choices within categories of foods.
- Make most snacks fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, yogurt and other healthy options.
- Take a multivitamin to help fill any potential nutritional gaps.
Following these evidence-based dietary recommendations can promote health and help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.