Eating Healthy / Question
Published: September 18, 2001
Dear TeenHealthFX,
What should I be eating every day for a healthy diet?
Signed: Eating A Healthy Diet
Dear Eating A Healthy Diet,
is a great place to start on your way to a healthier lifestyle. In order to eat a healthy diet you do not have to be perfect or even restrict those foods that you love. The easiest way to eat well and get all the nutrients that you need to grow and function properly is to follow the food pyramid. It breaks down each food group and how many servings from each group that you should have everyday. Especially important during your teen years is the milk and cheese group from which you obtain most of your daily calcium for strong bones.
Take a look at the above answer; it should give you a better picture of what a healthy day of eating should be. You will find that eating healthy will make you feel great, give you more energy and send you on your way to a long and healthy life!
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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