Eating a nutritious and well-balanced diet can help prevent chronic health conditions, like heart disease or Type 2 diabetes. To some, maintaining a well-balanced diet can sound like an intimidating task. Not only can it be simple, but it can also take your budget and preferences into account.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). Benefits of healthy eating for adults.
U.S. Department of Agriculture. (2020). Dietary guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025.
World Health Organization. (2020). Healthy diet.
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