We know we should eat healthy, but do we? Whether you are at work or at school and have to travel through the lunch line, dining out at a restaurant, or at home, we are tempted with wonderful displays of mouth-watering desserts and pantries filled with goodies. It’s hard to have will- power and make better choices. Instead of that cupcake, we know we really should be eating an apple or a banana. Proper nutrition is a key element in leading a healthy lifestyle. Most experts agree that the formula for a fit, healthy body is 80% nutrition, 10% exercise and 10% genetics.
According to the USDA, you should base your food choices by using the following guidelines from the Food Pyramid: