HEALTHY EATING LIFESTYLES

Eating is a necessity but eating right is an art. Every thing that goes into your system has negative or positive impact on the body.
HOW TO EAT
*Eat three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Dinner should be  light and should be taken some hours before bed time to allow for proper digestion. Avoid eating a large meal before sleeping to decrease gastroesophagael reflux and weight gain.
*The bulk consumption should be fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fat- free or low fat milk products.
*Eat foods that are low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt and added sugars
*Avoid soda and sugar enhanced drinks due to excessive calories and sugar in them.
* Don't reward children with sugary snacks; such a pattern may become a lifelong habit for them.
*Drink at least four litres of water daily
EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO
Alcohol and tobacco use virtually affects all the system of the body causing diseases like;
*Lung cancer
*Liver destruction
*Atherosclerosis
*Stomach ulcer
*Erectile dysfunction
*predispose to high risk sexual behaviors
*heart burn
RISK TO NON- SMOKERS
*Breathing second hand smoke has an immediate effect on the cardiovascular system
*Exposure to second hand smoke increases your risk of stroke, heart attack, coronary heart disease, ear infections e.t.c.
Health is wealth so live a healthy lifestyle. May God help us to fulfill our days on earth

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