Limit your intake of butter, cream, hydrogenated margarines, shortenings, coconut oil, and foods made from such products. Choose a diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits and grain products . These foods are generally low in fat and good sources of fiber and starch. Use sugars only in moderation . Frequent exposure to sticky, sugary foods promotes tooth decay.
Sugar is low in nutrients.
Limit the use of sugars and foods with added sugars. Select fresh fruits or fruits canned without sugar. Use salt and sodium only in moderation. Sodium is one of the factors that affects high blood pressure, especially for about 20 percent of Americans sensitive to sodium. There is no test to tell who is sensitive to sodium.