Fruits and Vegetables are essential in your balanced diet. As they are rich in fibre, plus a  range of vitamins and minerals, and they are an important part of the every day diet as well as being low in calories. In many weight loss programs, certain varieties are controlled or banned in specific stages of the weigh loss program. Studies indicate that people with high consumption of fruits and vegetables show less indications of illness, heart disease and other illnesses. General guidelines state 5 portions of fruits or vegetables should be taken a day: a piece of fruit, a tablespoon of dried fruit,  or a serving ( 100g) of vegetables

Fish, eggs, poultry and meats in the diet

This food group includes poultry, pulses, beans, nuts, seeds, soy products and vegetable protein foods. They're grouped together because they're all rich in protein which play an important role in repairing and rebuilding the body.

Nutition basics in diet.

The basis of nutrition information for kids and adults relies on the basic food groups as major contributor to at least one nutrient, mineral, vitamin. It contributes significantly to bringing many other nutrients such as antioxidants, omega3, omega6 and many trace nutrient to your balanced diet.

Milk and dairy products

This group includes, cheese, yoghurt,  milk. Remember that  butter, margarine or cream, belong in the fat and sugar group. The foods in this group contain many different types of nutrients, but are particularly rich in calcium fundamental for the development and growth of bones.

Fats and Sugars

In this group foods should be eaten sparingly because, although an energy source, they contain little  nutrients. But do not ban them as they are a source of important nutrients. Certain types of Fat  such as unsaturated fats from vegetable sources are an important contributor to good health.