Moderation is the key to making all foods a part of healthful eating.
Schwartz added that healthful eating patterns are not created or destroyed by one meal or one food. It is the overall pattern of food intake and choices over time that are important. There are times when you feel the need to indulge in certain foods, such as your favorite premium ice-cream or gooey pizza. The 70,000-member American Dietetic Association is the nation's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. With headquarters in Chicago, ADA serves the public by promoting optimal nutrition, health and well-being.