Combine with regular exercise for healthy lifestyle
1. Eat a variety of food from each level of food guide pyramid
- Eat least : Fat, oil, sugar and salt
- Eat moderately :
- 1-2 serving daily, Dairy products
- 2-3 serving daily, Fish, poultry, meat & legumes
- Eat more : 3-5 servings daily fruits & vegetables
- Eat most : 8-12 servings daily cereals & cereal products (eg. crackers & tubers).
- Protein : Essential for growth & development
- Vitamin A : Aids in maintaining the health of the skin & mucous membrane
- Vitamin B1/ Thiamine : Release of energy from carbohydrates
- Vitamin B2/ Riboflavin : Release of energy from Proteins, fats & carbohydrates
- Vitamin D: Helps body utilize calcium and phosphorus
- Vitamin E : Protects the fat in body tissues from oxidation
- Calcium : Aids in the development of strong bones and teeth
- Iron : Factor in red blood cell formation
3. Read food labels to make wise selections.
