Simple suggestions for healthier eating

Simple suggestions for healthy eating

Eating at consistent times helps your body control blood sugar levels
Include moderate amounts of low-glycemic index carbohydrates at each meal
Watch your portions – fill half of your plate with vegetables and fruits and divide the other half of your plate between protein and whole grains

Choose low-glycemic index foods such as legumes, whole grains, fruits and vegetables
Fibre-rich foods can help you feel full and help lower blood sugar levels

Veggies are very high in nutrients and low in calories so don’t be afraid to fill up on these
Choose low-starch veggies (i.e., cauliflower, carrots, broccoli) over higher starch items which contain more carbs (i.e., potatoes, corn, peas)
Fruits are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth and amp up nutrient intake – choose fruit that is fresh, frozen or canned without added sugars

Good (unsaturated) fats are found in foods like olive oil, canola oil, other vegetable oils, avocado, soft margarine, nuts, seeds, and oily fish like trout and salmon
Choose foods with saturated fat less often – they are found in butter, red meat, cakes, pastries, deep fried foods and high fat dairy products
Choose healthy proteins including plant-based protein and lower fat dairy products more often
Be mindful of portion size – even healthy fats should be consumed in moderation

Other beverages, including soda pop and juice, will raise blood sugar
Alcohol can affect blood sugar levels and promote weight gain – drink only in moderation