Simple tricks to eating well
Most of us don’t really pay attention to what’s on our plate, we just know we like it or we don’t. But we eat food not just because we’re hungry or because it has a yummy taste, we eat also to get the right nutrients that our brains and bodies need to stay strong and avoid illness.
Figuring out what to eat and finding the right balance of foods is often confusing, but it doesn’t have to be. The first step is to understand the different types of foods and how they help your body grow and stay strong.
There are five food groups…
Vegetables
This should be the biggest portion on your plate. Veggies are full of vitamins and minerals that help your body grow and stay strong, but are also high in fibre which helps to keep you full.
Fruits
Fruit is full of vitamins and minerals. Eat as many colours and kinds as you can. But don’t think drinking fruit juice is going to do the job of fruit, it could actually be full of sugar (but without the good nutrients) you don’t need.
Grains
Grains should only be a quarter of your meal. Maize, rice, breads, corn and potatoes are delicious, packed with fibre and will definitely fill you up. Try to eat brown grains if you can, food made with brown or whole grains has way more fibre and nutrients than white or processed ones. And remember, try stay away from grains cooked with lots of sugar, salt and fat like cakes or potato chips.
Protein
Protein is packed with nutrients which the body needs to stay strong. Not sure what food is protein food? Think beef, chicken, beans, lentils, nuts and eggs. If you ever hear someone talking about ‘brain food’, they’re talking about protein!
Dairy
Dairy is full of calcium which is like food for your bones and teeth. And it’s found in delicious milk, yoghurt and cheese.
So then how do you balance which foods you should eat, when and how much, you may ask? A healthy meal should have all the foods from the different food groups. It doesn’t have to be hard – all you need to know are these 5 simple meal tricks!
Half/half: Half your plate should be fruit and vegetables. Remember, different vegetables and fruit have different nutrients and they help your body in different ways so try to change it up as much as possible.
Grain for energy: Only one quarter of your plate should be healthy grains.
Pack in protein: A quarter of your plate should be healthy protein.
Dairy isn’t scary: Drink low-fat milk or water instead of fizzy or sugary drinks.
Don’t overload: Food is how we nourish our bodies to be strong and free from illness so try to stay away from eating huge portions when you don’t need them. Listen to your body when you’re full. It’s okay to stop eating.
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I will always put it in mind
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
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thatds only when are free in mind wether eating Balance diet or whatever you will never get fat or gain weight.
Ok
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
Balanced diet should be taken regularly
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
tanx.but what shld i eat to have body or grow
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
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Hey 12345! Thanks for the comment. To gain weight, you can eat lots of carbohydrate and fats, eat lots of tropical fruits e.g banana, eat often, don't drink water before you eat so that your tummy won't be full, drink milk and yogurts, get lots of sleep and don't forget to enjoy yourself while doing all these because worrying also makes one loose weight. We hope this helps.
wow dis is amazin i can eat healthy food nd also ma plate will be colourful nice
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
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Hey Gj224! Yes, you can. Eating healthy can be fun and colorful. Enjoy eating healthy and do share this with your friends.
Thanks for the Info.
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
wowwww interestin to no
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
Thanks
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
hmmm
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
Thanks Sis
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
I dnt want 2 be fat bcos my mum and sis are fat,but i dnt want 2,wat can i do?
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Love! You can also loose weight by drinking water before your meal to make you eat less, eat in smaller portions, avoid sugary drinks and junk foods, eat foods that are rich in fiber, eat slowly etc. If this doesn't work, it maybe because it is generic. However, do not feel sad but learn to embrace and love your body like that. There are so many people that will give anything to have your body. We hope this helps.
Can I Take Milk Nd Am Fat
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Pretty1234! You can take low fat milk, skimmed milk or unsweetened milk or any other milk that has little or no fat. We hope this helps.
big sis,i want to be fat.what should i do?
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Khim! We believe every girl is beautiful regardless of her shape and size. This is what makes us all unique and special. We advise that you love your body and see the beauty in it. To gain weight, you can eat lots of carbohydrate and fats, eat lots of tropical fruits e.g banana, eat often, don't drink water before you eat so that your tummy won't be full, drink milk and yoghurts, get lots of sleep and don't forget to enjoy yourself while doing all these because worrying also makes one loose weight. We hope this helps.
what of dose who can't get hold of fruits lyk me bcos were im livin now z backwood.nd we cant afford to go to d next town (transport fare:#1500)for vegs.we hv to make do with starchy food here
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Marfer! You don't necessarily have to eat just fruits, vegetables are also good. Don't forget to drink lots of water and also have enough rest too. We hope this helps.
Big Sis pls add more articles about how make-up,home remedies,how to improve in style and fashion and girl power. Girls of nowadays we girls need dis. Plssssss.....
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Annabel! We have articles that cover home remedies. Check the section "My Body" on the Springster home page. Style and fashion is a personal thing. What works for you may not work for another. The best fashion advise we can give you is to do you! As long as it is decent and you feel comfortable, enjoy being fashionable. We hope this helps.
pleas,help me do dis;i saw ma period on d 5th of may,4th of june n 10th of dis mnth.i caculated but d cycle did not corespond ?why
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Ogorchukwu! There are various reasons for irregular periods as it is called. We suggest you try eating healthy (more fruits and vegetables). Cut down the sweets, biscuits, soft drinks and other types of junk. Sometimes, what you eat affects things like your menstrual cycle. Also, please talk to a trusted adult around you and if possible, see a doctor. We hope this helps
What can one eat that make ones look younger and radiant
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Peter! Looking young and radiant is sometimes beyond what you eat. Sometimes, you just need to rest, exercise and lots of water too. Your body does not need all the sweets and sugary things but rather fruits and vegetables. We hope this helps.
seriously guys it lyk u being reading my i always eat sugry foods bt tanks for d info i'll put it to practice
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
is it gud for elderly woman to eat two everyday,67 year old woman
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Angela! We do not really understand your question. Did you mean to ask if it is good for a 67-year-old woman to eat twice a day? Well, it is not bad but she needs to eat more healthy food and less sugary foods. We hope this answers your question.
am sorry oooo, wat i mean is dat is it gud for old woman to eat two eggs everyday
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Angela! Eating more than one egg is dependent on the individual. Some people react differently to different kinds of food. If you are worried about her heart condition and cholesterol level, go to the hospital for a test to know whether it is high or not and also seek professional medical advise. We hope this helps.
tank u
Thanks alot am realy greatful for this topic
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Pls wat if i dn't hv appetite
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Nkpoikanke! You can make this your regular meal daily and if you do not have an appetite to eat generally, we advise you talk to a pharmacist to prescribe food supplements that will boost your appetite. Please also talk to a trusted adult. We hope this helps.
Thanks for educating us on this. The problem now is when your family doesn't prepare meals like that
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Yeah bae Dats d issue der Can anyone give us an answer
Hey Rity25! Thanks for the comment. We have educated you and now it's time to educate your family members. Yes, talk to them about eating healthy and the benefits. Tell them what you have leant and suggest that the family gradually starts adding at least one of these things to their diet at least once a week. This can be a starting point to eating healthy for life. We wish you all the best and we hope this helps.
Sleep and rest forms a constituent factor in s state of health, sleep enough and get enough rest
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
..its cool
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
It nice and best
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
It's cool
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
It is helpful
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Good info
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Nice article,I love dis
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
nice info
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Type your comment aahere...good to hear
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
but my mum always tell me that protein is the gateway of being fat
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Enitan! Protein diets are the gold standard for weight loss. ... It's true that protein canhelp you stay satisfied longer. However, eating too much of it (or any type of food) can make you fat. Remember, too much of everything is bad. We hope this helps.
my dear,it is not true,protein doesn't make one fat but carbohydrate does
I'm new ..joined just now
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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u are welcome......
I'm 23 years Old, but I look like 13 years, big sister please what kind of food did I supose to eat?
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Excellove! You are perfect the way you are. Your body size is hormonal and if you look like this at 23, then there is little or nothing you can do to change it. The little you can do, however, is to love your body and embrace it the way it is. We hope this helps
is it good to be eating beans daily?
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey dearly! Thanks for the comment. This is a personal decision. From the article, you can see that we tried to balance out different nutrients per meal. Remember that you need a properly balanced diet. Please read the article well so that you understand how to balance your meal. Do not forget that too much of everything is bad. We hope this helps
Is it good 2 eat rice trice a week?
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Adetutu860! Thanks for the comment. This is a personal decision. From the article, you can see that we tried to balance out different nutrients per meal. Remember that you need a properly balanced diet. Please read the article well so that you understand how to balance your meal. Do not forget that too much of everything is bad. We hope this helps
Pls am 14 and av not been growing breasts
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey ROSY! Thanks for the comment. The size of your breast is hormonal and may increase as you grow. Do not worry about it as there is little you can do to increase it. Just be comfortable in your skin and take your mind off it. The size of your breast does not determine what you will be in life. Look at the mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful (big breast or not). We hope this helps.
pls which food can I take to add up again, I HV hips b4;but now it seem it all gone, help.
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey osato! Thanks for the comment. Sometimes, we lose weight to grow so do not feel like you are different because you have lost the hips you have. When your bones want to stretch, you will lose some weight and it is perfectly normal. You need to eat fruits and vegetables, drink lots of water, sleep well and learn to love your body. Hips do not define beauty. We hope this helps
Thanks big sister
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
hi big sis, am very fat, what do think we make me slim, pleas i need ur help, i don't like my look.
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey lovelove! Thanks for the comment. We believe every girl is beautiful regardless of her shape and size. This is what makes us all unique and special. We advise that you love your body and see the beauty in it. You can also lose weight by drinking water before your meal to make you eat less, eat in smaller portions, avoid sugary drinks and junk foods, eat foods that are rich in fiber, eat slowly and exercise. Please note that it takes a lot of work and effort and this won't change overnight. We hope this helps.
Am very slim wat do u think will make me fat
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
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Hey Loll! Thanks for the comment. We believe every girl is beautiful regardless of her shape and size. This is what makes us all unique and special. We advise that you love your body and see the beauty in it. To gain weight, you can eat lots of carbohydrate and fats, eat lots of tropical fruits e.g banana, eat often, don't drink water before you eat so that your tummy won't be full, drink milk and yoghurts, get lots of sleep and don't forget to enjoy yourself while doing all these because worrying also makes one loose weight. We hope this helps.
What are d works of garlic and ginger
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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Hey Ella! You can google it and read online about this. We hope this helps
what if enough fruit is not taking what will happened big sister
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.