Food

Here is a set of common guidelines diet six national health organizations * as protection against major chronic diseases are presented:

     Eat a variety of foods.
    Choose to eat more plant sources
     Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
     Eat at least 6 servings of whole grain foods every day.
     Minimize foods high in fat, eat, especially those from animal sources.
     Choose low-fat, low-cholesterol foods.
     Limiting the amount of simple sugars in your diet.

Remember, your doctor can help determine your daily calorie intake is right for you.