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  • Eating healthy is important.

  • The foods and drinks you choose

  • for meals and snacks can help you

  • be healthier now and in the future.

  • And it's more than eating one healthy meal

  • or one healthy snack.

  • Your food choices add up,

  • and they all matter.

  • So where to start?

  • First, choose foods from all five food groups

  • throughout the day and throughout the week.

  • Fruits, vegetables, grains,

  • protein foods, and dairy.

  • Your fruits and vegetables can be

  • fresh, frozen, dried, or canned.

  • Try roasting or steaming them

  • as a healthful option.

  • Try starting your day with whole grains

  • like oatmeal or whole grain cereal.

  • For extra flavor and crunch

  • add your favorite fruit or a handful of nuts.

  • Stuck in the same old routine?

  • Mix up your protein foods.

  • Try seafood twice a week.

  • And enjoy milk and yogurt

  • in recipes or on their own.

  • Read labels and ingredient lists to compare foods,

  • and choose healthier options.

  • Across all of your choices,

  • drink and eat less sodium,

  • saturated fat, and added sugars.

  • And hey, we know it's not always on a plate.

  • It's about making shifts no matter where you are.

  • Start with small changes to make

  • healthier choices you can enjoy.

  • Small changes add up to big wins.

  • For more information visit ChooseMyPlate.gov.

Eating healthy is important.

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