How to Make a Healthy Eating Schedule

Making and sticking to a healthy eating schedule takes time and patience. Try making small changes at first by incorporating small changes into your diet. With the right knowledge on what foods to eat, healthy eating will soon become a habit rather than a task.

Morning

• Eat a healthy meal when you wake up in the morning to get your metabolism going.


• Choose a combination of proteins and carbs, such as yogurt with granola or oatmeal with almonds.


• Choose healthy options such as egg whites and vegetables.

Portions

• Choose smaller portions to eat throughout the day.


• Fill half of your plate with healthy fruits and vegetables, and the other half with protein and whole grains.

Nutrition

• Avoid eating a lot of sugar and salt which have no nutritional value.


• Try eating foods that are naturally sweet, such as apples and peanut butter.


• Eat foods containing protein, such as eggs, beans, nuts, fish and chicken.


• Eats foods containing calcium such as dairy products, leafy green vegetables and beans.


• Try to create your own meals with fresh ingredients during the week.


• Make healthy meals ahead of time, and freeze them until you are ready for them.


• Avoid processed foods, such as canned soups and frozen dinners that contain a lot of sodium.


• Switch from white bread and pasta to ones that are whole wheat.


• Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Planning

• Plan your menu for the week and buy all of the ingredients you will need.


• Try to eat at home as much as possible, and choose healthy options when you do go out to eat.