The Basics
Am I Eating a Healthy Diet?
Your body needs the right vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to stay healthy. A healthy diet means that you are eating:
- Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat milk products
- Fish, poultry, lean meats, eggs, beans, and nuts
Stay away from:
- Cholesterol, sodium (salt), and added sugars
- Trans fats – trans fats may be in foods like cakes, cookies, stick margarines, and other fried foods
- Saturated fats – these fats come from animal products like cheese, fatty meats, whole milk, and butter.
There are tools on the Internet that can help you find out if you are eating a healthy diet. MyPyramid Menu Planner can help you choose healthy snacks and meals.
