The 2002 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey indicated that:

• 37% of adult Arkansans were overweight
• 24% were obese
• 80% did not eat the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables per day

In order to live a healthier life, we have to begin by eating healthy. Here are some suggestions from the Arkansas Department of Health to get you started.

At breakfast you could:

• Add a handful of dried fruit to your cereal
• Eat half a grapefruit or an apple
• Drink a glass of 100% fruit juice

At lunch you could:

• Eat a bowl of salad
• Have a banana sandwich
• Have some fruit salad

At your evening meal you could:

• Add vegetables to your curry, casserole or stir fry
• Serve at least two types of vegetables with your fish, chicken or meat

And don't forget, when you want a snack, reach for an apple, banana, or perhaps even some dried or canned fruit. And if you crave a fruit or vegetable that isn't available fresh, then check out the freezer section or the canned food section in your local grocery store.

Links

The following links contain information that will assist you in changing your unhealthy eating habits and becoming a healthier eater.

USA Rice Federation
Check out this site for great nutritional information and healthy recipes you can make with rice.

Food Journal
Print a personal food journal to record your eating habits and what you may need to change.

Eating Heart Healthy
Recipes for eating healthy.