Follow This Easy Healthy-Eating Cheat Sheet

MARCH 04, 2015

"Your change will influence other people in a good way." — Rose Prissel, R.D.
Healthy Eating Follow the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid Need help making the right food choices each day? Let the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid be your guide. It's pretty simple to use! The goal is to get most of your food from the groups at the base of the pyramid — such as fruit and vegetables — and less from the top. Combine balanced eating and regular exercise with the help of this cheat sheet, and you'll see just how rewarding a healthy lifestyle can be. Learn more about the pyramid »
Healthy Choices Try this sweet treat Sweets aren't off-limits on the Mayo Clinic Diet — what fun would that be? You just have to be smart about your choices. Follow these tips and whip up this healthy frozen yogurt recipe the next time a craving strikes! Satisfy your sweet tooth » Today's Food Tip Is your breakfast cereal healthy? How healthy are your cereal choices? Three key factors to consider are fiber, calories and sugar content. Opt for varieties with 5g of fiber or more, and no less than 3g. Also, aim for cereal with less than 120 calories a serving if you're trying to lose weight, and less than 13g of sugar. Added sugars can be sneaky, so always check the labels!	ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products or services. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities