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Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #1 Eat to a plan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decide what you\u2019ll eat before you shop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do a weekly menu and make a shopping list. Stick to the list! Shop once a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #2 Drink up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dehydration can lead to snacking. Drink plenty of fluids. Water is best.
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Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #3 Slow down<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take time to enjoy your food. People who eat slowly are more able to recognise when they have eaten enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #4 Size matters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imagine your plate divided into four equal parts (quarters) for serving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 part for protein \u2013 meat, fish, chicken<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 part for carbohydrates \u2013 potato, kumara, corn, rice, pasta, cous cous<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 parts (half the plate) for a variety of other vegetables <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #5 That\u2019s handy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing how much food to serve each person can be tricky. You can use the palm of the hand as a guide. One serving of meat, vegetables, fruit, or pasta should be about the amount the person you\u2019re serving it to could comfortably hold in the palm of their hand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #6 Something\u2019s fishy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many of us don\u2019t eat enough Omega 3 fatty acids, important for heart health. Oily fish, such as salmon or tuna are excellent sources of Omega 3. If you don\u2019t like fish, walnuts are a good alternative. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #7 Learn label lingo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn the language of food labels so you don\u2019t get fooled. The words \u2018a good source of energy\u2019 does not mean you will feel revitalised and full of energy after eating the food \u2013 it usually means the food is energy-rich, or high in calories. The term \u2018lite\u2019 doesn\u2019t necessarily mean the food has less fat or sugar \u2013 it may mean it\u2019s lighter in colour or flavour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #8 The good oil<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even healthy oils are 100% fat and are therefore high in calories. Some fats are better for heart health \u2013 olive oil, avocado, canola, rice bran oil \u2013 but if you want to lose weight, try to reduce your intake of all fats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #19 Small changes count<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small changes in food choices add up over time if you are trying to lose weight. Replacing a daily soft drink with water will leave you about 6kg lighter over a year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiona\u2019s quick tips \u2013 #10 Treat yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re eating a treat food, enjoy it! So make the most of it by choosing a quality brand and eating it slowly \u2013 you\u2019ll be less likely to eat to excess and you\u2019ll experience more pleasure and less guilt.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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