| "The sandwich can be the foundation of the perfect meal. Its combination of food groups can meet the three fundamentals of healthy eating: balance (inclusion of basic foods), moderation (a sensible amount) and variety (eating different things from each food group)." — Jennifer K. Nelson, RDN, LD |
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Healthy Eating
6 grab-and-go snack ideas
Do you travel often for work? Have a hard time making healthy decisions when you're on the go? Well-planned, healthy snacks can complement your weight-loss plan and satisfy your hunger, especially when you're outside the comfort of your own home. Try these simple snacking tips.
Snack smarter with these suggestions » |  | Today's Nutrition Tip
Scale back on sodium
Most of the sodium in your diet comes from processed and prepared foods, such as canned vegetables, soups, deli meats and frozen meals. Another major source of sodium is condiments. Scale back on sodium by eating more fresh foods and fewer processed foods. Add herbs or spices instead of salt for extra flavor.
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