Maintaining a healthy weight is key to preventing chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, or kidney failure. Whether your struggle is to lose weight or maintain your current weight, a Dietitian can help you create a plan that suites your needs.
Tips For Managing Weight Through Diet
- Eat nutrient dense foods versus calorie dense foods.
- Fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, a quarter of your plate with lean protein and a quarter with whole grain food sources.
- Eat the rainbow—select a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables.
- Choose low-fat or fat-free dairy sources.
- Choose a meal plan that works for you. Don’t diet if dieting doesn’t work for you.
- Incorporate at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.
Sample Breakfasts for Weight Management
1 cup whole grain oatmeal
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup berries
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
Dash of cinnamon
1/2 avocado, mashed
2 eggs, scrambled
2 slices whole grain toast
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup grapes
Omelet made with 3 cups of vegetables
Salsa for topping
2 slices low sodium turkey sausage
1 cup blueberries
1 cup fat-free milk
