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Submitted by GG reader Porschia T Harden

Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to eat vegetables for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

I think it is important to eat right: but do we? NO! Whenever I think of eating healthy or eating “right” i think of tofu. However, now I am more aware of what I am eating.

I love Mickey D’s fries, but I know that I can’t eat them everyday (even though I wish I could). This article made me want to be a conscious eater instead of just eating on the go.

Take the time to learn what you are putting into your body.

Take care of your body and your body will take care of you.

Moderation is key!

Here’s the beginning of the article:

Despite the fact that the low-fat craze has long since passed, fear and misconceptions about dietary fat still remain. Fats are a necessary part of a healthy diet; they give you energy, protect your organs and keep you warm. They’re also vital in helping your body absorb vitamins A, D, E and K.

Most Americans consume much more fat in their diet than the daily recommendation of 20 to 35%, which can lead to obesity, diabetes, stroke and heart disease. All fats are not created equal, though. Whether polyunsaturated, monounsaturated, saturated or trans fat, each gram contains 9 calories, but that’s where the similarities end. …

If you want to  learn more about fats, carbs, and simply how to eat healthier…. For the complete article, click here:

http://food.aol.com/healthy-kitchen/facts-about-fat?icid=main|main|dl5|link3|http%3A%2F%2Ffood.aol.com%2Fhealthy-kitchen%2Ffacts-about-fat

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