A balanced diet is a diet which contains enough amount of nutrients prominent for our body. It is important to have a balanced diet on a daily basis because it helps our body to fight against diseases, infection, and fatigue. Children who don't have such diet are more prone to malnutrition.
Here is a list of what all you should have to keep your diet completely balanced:
They are a very rich source of vitamins and minerals. One must include dark leafy vegetables in his/her diet daily. Some examples of such vegetables are:
-Spinach
-Green beans
-Kale
-Broccoli
Meat, beans, and pulses are primary sources of protein. Low-fat meat such as chicken, fish, pork is the best choice. Nuts and beans are another good sources of protein. These things are a must have in your protein supplements:
-Peas
-Walnuts
-Sunflower seeds
-Lentils
-Almonds
Dairy products provide calcium, vitamin D and some essential nutrients too. The products include:
-Fat-free milk
-Yogurt
-Small portions of full-fat cheese
Oils must be included in your diet but sparingly. Low-fat oil should be used. The oils which must be used are:
-Avocado oil
-Olive oil
Carbohydrates have 45-55% calories. Some really rich source of carbohydrates are:
-Corn
-Yam
-Sweet potatoes
-Wheat
-Oats
Staying healthy is not a tough task at all. All you need to do is exercise a bit and have a balanced diet, though a little imbalance won't be bad for you.