To lose weight, it's important to make lifestyle changes with a focus on reducing calories from food and beverages, a healthy eating plan, and portion control. This section will provide you with guidance and tools on how to eat right. Over time, these changes will become part of your everyday routine.
Did you know that a portion is different from a serving of food? A portion is the amount of food (big or small) you choose to eat. A serving is a measured amount of food or drink.
Looking for healthy recipes?
Keep the Beat™ Recipes: Deliciously Healthy Dinners is an exciting cookbook developed by the NHLBI featuring 75 healthy, simple, and delicious recipes; color photographs; and helpful tips for shopping and preparing these recipes at home.