Eat Right

Eating right isn't about avoiding "bad" foods and eating only "good" foods. It's about balance. It's about eating healthful foods and getting plenty of nutrients. And it's NOT about depriving yourself. We need food to live.

A healthy diet includes a large variety of foods, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and beans. These foods contain lots of fiber, and fiber is the foundation of my fat-busting plan. Fiber makes you feel full, so it's fabulous for whittling your waistline. A balanced plan you can live with that includes lots of different foods in moderation and an occasional treat (remember it's NOT about depriving yourself), is the key.

Your body wants to eat well. Eating healthy foods makes you feel better and have more energy, as well as reducing stomach and digestive problems and mood swings. Healthy eating doesn't mean a lettuce leaf and a bowl of cottage cheese for dinner. As you'll see throughout this section of the site, you can prepare wonderful dishes that are low in fat and calories, but high in taste.

If you want to lose some weight, see my plan for weight loss.

If you're already at a healthy weight or you've lost some weight and want to maintain, see my tips for maintenance. If you're over 40, you might also want to view my special tips for you.

Don't forget to check out my tips for healthy eating too! If you want to control your appetite, try my natural strategies. We all need to be conscious of what we eat, so try my smart eating tips. And add Super Foods to your diet for a Super You!

If you have any questions about which supplements to take with your meals, see my chart for supplements and what they can do for you.

Finally, many of you ask nutrition-related questions of me every day. Check out the most Frequently Asked Nutrition Questions, and see if the answer to your question is there.