A healthy eating routine is important at every stage of life and can have positive effects that add up over time. It’s important to eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy or fortified soy alternatives, and protein foods. When deciding what to eat or drink, choose options that are full of nutrients. Make every bite count.

Take a look at your current eating routine. Pick one or two ways that you can switch to choices today that are rich in nutrition.

Healthy eating can help boost your health now and in the years to come. Think about how your food choices come together over the course of your day or week to help you create a healthy eating routine. It’s important to eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. Choose options for meals, beverages, and snacks that have limited added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium.

Start a healthy eating routine by following the MyPlate guide: Download this PDF to get started.

Sources:
https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/what-is-myplate
https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/