bean dip and veggies), lean meat, fruits and veggies and whole grains -- more frequently throughout the day. Experts suggest that frequent, wholesome snacking is a great way to avoid overeating and keep blood sugar and energy levels from spiking and dipping. Get support. Whether you're unsure about what a balanced diet looks like, or are concerned your eating habits are spiraling out of control, professional support, be it from a physician, or another health professional, can help you better understand your behaviour and provide you with the insights and information you need to stay on the right nutritional track. Like any engine, your body runs better when it consumes the high-grade fuel. Rather than unconsciously feeding it the low-grade empty calories of junk food, take the time and energy to make conscious food choices that nourish your body to. Reducing or even eliminating the junk food in your diet will not only help you look and feel better, but can -- over a lifetime -- also increase your body's mileage.