1.Eatavarietyoffoodseverydaytoget
the
nutrientsneededbythebody.
2.Breastfeedinfantsexclusivelyfrombirthup
to
sixmonthsandthengiveappropriate
complementaryfoodswhilecontinuing
breastfeedingfortwoyearsandbeyondfor
optimumgrowthanddevelopment.
1.Eatavarietyoffoodseverydaytoget
the
nutrientsneededbythebody.
2.Breastfeedinfantsexclusivelyfrombirthup
to
sixmonthsandthengiveappropriate
complementaryfoodswhilecontinuing
breastfeedingfortwoyearsandbeyondfor
optimumgrowthanddevelopment.
3.Eatmorevegetablesandfruitstoget
the
essentialvitamins,minerals,andfiberfor
regulationofbodyprocesses.
7.UseiodizedsalttopreventIodine
DeficiencyDisorders.
8.Limit intake of salty, fried, fatty, and sugar-
rich foods to prevent cardiovascular
diseases.
9. Attain normal body weight through proper
diet and moderate physical activity to
maintain good health and help prevent
obesity.
10. Be physically active, make healthy food
choices, manage stress, avoid alcoholic
beverage, and do not smoke to help
prevent lifestyle-related non-communicable
disease.
Protein Carbohydrates
Calorie
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foods will produce in the human body.
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Aim for Fitness
Physically fit and
Suitability
Healthy Based-Diet
•Let the pyramid guide
your choices;
•Choose a variety of
grains daily, especially
whole grains;
•Choose a variety of
fruits and vegetables daily.
•Keep food safe to eat.
Choose Sensibly
oChoose a diet that is low in saturated fat
and cholesterol and moderate in total fat
oChoose beverages and foods to
moderate your intake of sugars
oChoose and prepare food with less salt
oIf you drink alcoholic beverages do so in
moderation