Daily food selections should have all the nutrients needed for good health. Building variety into daily food selection not only promotes an adequate intake of essential nutrients, but encourages the use of foods and cuisines associated with different ethnic and cultural groups. Consumers should build on the pleasurable aspects of eating through varying color, flavor, and texture. Experimenting with preparing foods in different ways also encourages variety. Moderation is the key to making all foods a part of healthy eating by addressing how much and how often.
Most people eat for pleasure as well as for health.
If favorite foods are high in fat, salt, or sugar, the key is moderating how often and how much of these foods are eaten. By keeping portion sizes reasonable, it's easier to eat favorite foods and stay healthy. Healthy eating, active living, and positive self-esteem are the key to looking and feeling good. Looking good and feeling good results from a combination of eating well and active living. Regular physical activity is important to maintaining a healthy weight along with the understanding that great bodies come in a variety of shapes and sizes.