World Food Day: 5 tips to maintain a balanced diet
Every year, October 16 is observed as World Food Day to raise awareness on the importance of access to healthy food and water
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This day is marked to ensure access to nutritional food for everyone to maintain a balanced diet. Here are 5 tips for you to maintain a balanced diet to stay healthy
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Ensure three meals a day
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It is very important to have breakfast, lunch and dinner to maintain a balanced diet. Skipping meals can reduce your immunity and cause several health problems
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Consume fibrous foods
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Fibrous foods such as fruits, whole grains and green vegetables are rich in essential vitamins and minerals that maintain your overall health and aid digestion
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Avoid eating junk food
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A balanced diet does not include junk and processed foods. Processed foods are full of saturated fats that can increase your cholesterol levels and cause various health issues such as obesity and cardiovascular diseases
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Have probiotics
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Probiotics such as yoghurt, kombucha and kefir are good for your gut health. They aid digestion and reduce risks of gastrointestinal problems
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Limit sugar and salt intake
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Having a lot of sugar and salt can cause various health problems. Limit your sugar and salt intake to maintain a balanced diet and keep your body healthy