According to the World Health Organization, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity are among the main health risk factors. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to maintain a healthy diet consisting of the consumption of foods that provide the necessary nutrients for the proper functioning of the body, thus minimizing the risk of diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, among others. María Teresa Zumarán, a nutritionist at our clinic, gives us more details on the subject.

What foods should be consumed to maintain a healthy diet?

It is important to maintain a balanced diet that contains all food groups so that our body is well nourished:

• This food group provides us with the energy to be able to work, study, and play sports. For example:
  • Bread
  • Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Nuts
  • Corn
  • Sweet potato
  • Olive
  • Avocado, among others

• The function of this food group is to build new tissues in the body, such as muscle mass and wound healing. In the case of children, they help their growth. For example:
  • Fresh cheese
  • Chicken
  • Egg
  • Fish
  • Yogurt, among others

• Foods within this group provide vitamins and minerals that protect us from diseases. Among these, we have all fruits and vegetables.

Remember:

• It is important to have a balanced diet, always accompanied by good hydration and physical activity.
• Seek nutritional counseling from a specialist who, after conducting a thorough nutritional assessment and inquiring about your eating habits, will design a personalized and beneficial regimen to ensure good nutrition.

María Teresa Zumarán
Nutritionist at Clínica Ricardo Palma