A Balanced Diet

Food, nutrition and exercise are crucial to our general health and well being. Making the right choices of food and drinks and taking regular exercise can protect against many conditions, including coronary heart disease, osteoporosis and certain cancers.

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There are many benefits to a balanced diet, including

Looking and feeling better Feeling fitter and having more energy Better weight control Improved body shape Reduced stress and improved mood

A balanced diet leads to a healthy weight, and those with a healthy weight are more likely to have a healthy blood pressure and normal blood cholesterol levels, as well as feeling less tired and being able to move around more easily.

There are many factors involved in a balanced diet, but some key tips are:

Enjoy a variety of different foods [see Variety of foods]   Eat the right amount to be a healthy weight [see Enjoy a healthy lifestyle]   Enjoy a healthy lifestyle [see Enjoy a healthy lifestyle]

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