It can be tricky to know what to do with your meals if you’re trying to lose weight. Here are some quick tips to help to eat healthier meals and lose weight.
Veg: go for 2 or more
Aiming for 2 or more portions of veg in a main meal means half your plate.
Protein: prize it!
Always include some protein – like beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat or other types. It helps you stay full, eat healthier meals and lose weight.
Carbs: stick to wholegrain
Carbs like potatoes, bread, rice or pasta should make up no more than a third of your meal – and try to have wholegrain versions where you can.
Fish: try twice a week
If you eat fish, try to have 2 portions a week. At least 1 portion should be oily fish like sardines, salmon or mackerel. Eat healthier meals and lose weight.
Dairy: keep it light and low
Pick lower-fat and lower-sugar options for milk, cheese and yoghurts.
Oils: choose unsaturated
Go for olive, sunflower and rapeseed oil, which have unsaturated fats.
Spreads: be sensible
Choose lower-fat spreads and only eat it in small amounts.
Water: stay hydrated
Drink 6 to 8 cups of fluid a day. Water, tea, coffee, soup… They all count!
