5 healthy eating rules from a nutritionist

When it comes to healthy eating, myths and misconceptions abound. It doesn’t help that new — and often contradictory — diet advice emerges every day. But the basics of eating right really don’t change.

1. Load your plate with vegetables.
To build a healthy plate, fill half your plate with vegetables — and, no, French fries don’t count! Choose “crunchy” vegetables, such as broccoli, green beans, Brussels sprouts, and leafy greens like kale and Swiss chard.

2. Eat a balanced breakfast.
You’ve heard it before, and it’s true: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating a healthy breakfast is absolutely crucial to help kickstart metabolism, improve cognitive function, and help you make better food choices throughout the day.