Health Sciences 1001A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Peanut Butter, Unsaturated Fat, Trans Fat
21 Feb 2017
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A major predictor for weight management is adherence to the dietary plan -> plans must be individualized. Best diet is one you can enjoy and continue forever. Keeping an accurate food diary increases the chances of success. Eating a meal or snack including protein every 2 - 3 hours can help stabilize blood sugars, reduce hunger and aid in weight management. Re-engineer your food environment using tools that work to support your goals of a healthy lifestyle. Examples: keep healthy foods in view, cook and eat food at home as often as possible. Three practical areas to start with include: regular meals and snacks, assessment and reduction of liquid calories, a switch of one meal out per week with one meal cooked at home. Developed with ~ 7,000 dietitians, scientists, physicians, public health personnel. Emphasizes importance of combining physical activity with healthy eating.
