by Dorcas Ogunsipe
One of the ways to stay fit and healthy is by eating balanced diet. Balanced diet is a diet consisting of a variety of different types of food providing adequate amounts of the nutrients necessary for good health.A balanced diet fulfills all of a person’s nutritional needs. Itcomprises foods from five groups — fruits, vegetables, protein, grains, and dairy — and can help manage weight and reduce the risk of disease.A balanced diet provides all the nutrients a person requires, without going over the recommended daily calorie intake.
By eating a balanced diet, people can get the nutrients and calories they need and avoid eating junk food, or food without nutritional value. There are a lot of health benefit of balanced diet such as renewal of energy,boosts immune system and also boosts the mental health. All these and many more are the benefits of healthy eating
Consuming a balanced diet regularly is crucial for promoting proper growth and development not only in children but also in adults to maintain an ideal weight,muscle tone and immunity.
The balanced diet comprises of the following
Carbohydrates:a vital source of energy and it also comprise 60% of an individual diet.
Protein:to assist our body to repair cells and make new ones
Fats
Vitamins and minerals
Water which is very essential for daily living
Despite the economic hardship, individuals should make their health a priority by eating healthy meals and taking clean water regularly,especially fruits for easy digestion. To