What is good nutrition? | Tuffs Health Plan
I believe the Tuffs Health Plan article beautifully explains what good nutrition is. The article explains that good nutrition means your body gets all the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals it needs to work its best.
Benefits from good nutrition
Good nutrition when combined with physical activity can help maintain a healthy weight. However, many people are aware that the benefits of good nutrition goes way beyond weight loss.
Good nutrition can help...
Reduce the risk of some diseases (including but not limited to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, some cancers, and osteoporosis)
Reduce high blood pressure
Lower high cholesterol
Improve your well-being
Improve your immune system ability to fight off illness
Improve your ability to recover from illness or injury
Increase your energy level
Plan your meals and snacks
To ensure that you get proper nutrition, you will need to plan your meals.
Consider making a list of items of healthy foods before you go grocery shopping
Get a variety from the different food groups
Make sure your food are colorful and rich with nutrients (research healthy foods)
Make sure the meals you prepare are enjoyable to you
Your meals should be based on the macro content that your body need to function
Plan your meals and snacks to include nutrient-dense foods that are filling and low in calories.
Avoid Eating Late
Keep in mind that it takes time for your food to digest. Give yourself enough time after eating a meal to digest before going to bed. Avoid going to bed on a full stomach. If you so happen to eat a little late, take a stroll to help you burn some of the calories.