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	Home Diseases and Conditions Procedures and Tests Injuries and Symptoms Special Topics Nutrition Medical Encyclopedia Anatomy Explorer BMI Calculator Ready When You Are Drug Reference Center Drug Interactions Interactive Tools Allergies & Asthma Cancer Diabetes Heart Parenting Womens Health More... Health Information Nutrition Center: Stage 1 Thinking About Healthier Food Choices Even if you're not ready to change your eating patterns, take a few minutes to think about what a healthier diet could mean by reviewing this information. When you complete the activities in this stage, continue on to the next. Or return to The New You any time to work on this or another health area. Fill out the Take Action! Form Think About It... Why Do Healthier Food Choices Matter? Just as a car runs best when the tank is filled with the right fuel, your body works best when nourished properly. That means selecting foods that provide energy and decrease your risk of illnesses such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and some forms of cancer. Eat a variety of foods Cut down on fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains Limit foods with a lot of sugar or sodium Drink alcohol in moderation or not at all. When you're ready, the Food Guide Pyramid is a handy tool to help you achieve a healthy diet. Plan your daily food choices by selecting the number of servings in each group. Continue To Stage 2> Related Info The New You Nutrition and Weight Loss Exercise More Stress Management Stop Smoking Healthy Weight Index Healthy Weight: Stage 1 Healthy Weight: Stage 2 Healthy Weight: Stage 3 The Gym: Stage 5 Healthy Weight: Stage 5 Nutrition Center: Stage 2 Nutrition Center: Stage 3 Nutrition Center: Stage 4 Nutrition Center: Stage 5 The Gym: Stage 1 The Gym: Stage 2 Stress Management: Stage 1 Stress Management: Stage 2 Stress Management: Stage 3 Stress Management: Stage 4 Stress Management: Stage 5 Exercise and Stress Aromatherapy Makes Medical Scents Massage in the Mainstream Stress Defined Stop Smoking: Stage 1 Stop Smoking: Stage 2 Stop Smoking: Stage 3 Stop Smoking: Stage 4 Stop Smoking: Stage 5 Smoking Stage 4: Personal Wellness Contract Smoking Stage 3: Control The Cravings Log Smoking: Personal Action Plan Smoking: How Much Will You Use Tobacco This Week? Smoking Stage 1 Form: Think About It Women Who Smoke Children and Secondhand Smoke Glamorous Cigars Who Smokes the Most? The Effects of Smoking: Top to Bottom Smoking Among Older Adults The Dangers of Secondhand Smoke The Real Costs of Smoking Fruits Lowest In Carbohydrates Vegetables Lowest In Carbohydrates Aspartame Controversy Snack Smart For Healthy Teeth Nutrition Stage 1: Think About It Nutrition Stage 3: Personal Action Plan Nutrition Stage 3: Healthy Eating Log Nutrition Stage 4: Personal Wellness Contract Smoking: Think About It Preparing To Eat Healthier Form Shoulder Pain Treating Arthritis of The Hip Exercise With Safety The Power and Pitfalls of Andro The Gym Stage 1: Think About It The Gym Stage 2: How Active Are You Stress Stage 1: Think About It How Stressful Was Your Week? Form Stress Stage 3: Personal Action Plan Stress Stage 3: Stress Reduction Log Stress Stage 4: Personal Wellness Contract Steps to Healing Glucosamine Getting Started with the Gym The Gym: Stage 3 The Gym: Stage 4

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