Fueling Your Body for Success
Proper nutrition supports optimal physical and mental development during the crucial teenage years.
Healthy foods provide sustained energy for school, activities, and daily life, preventing energy crashes.
A balanced diet improves focus, concentration, and memory, leading to better academic performance.
Establishing healthy eating habits now reduces the risk of chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease later in life.
Crucial for strong bones and teeth. Found in dairy products, leafy green vegetables, and fortified foods.
Important for carrying oxygen in the blood. Found in lean meats, beans, and fortified cereals.
Essential for building and repairing tissues. Found in meat, poultry, fish, eggs, beans, and nuts.
Promotes digestive health and helps you feel full. Found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
Fill half your plate with a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables for vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Choose whole grains like brown rice, whole wheat bread, and oats for sustained energy and fiber.
Include lean protein sources like chicken, fish, beans, or tofu for muscle building and repair.
Incorporate healthy fats from sources like avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil for brain health and energy.
Pack healthy snacks to avoid unhealthy impulse choices when hunger strikes.
Opt for snacks like fruits, vegetables with hummus, yogurt, nuts, or whole-grain crackers.
Be mindful of portion sizes to avoid overeating, even with healthy snacks.
Choose water, unsweetened tea, or sparkling water instead of sugary sodas and juices.
Water is essential for many bodily functions, including digestion, circulation, and temperature regulation.
Aim to drink at least 8 glasses of water per day, and more if you're active.
Keep a reusable water bottle with you and refill it throughout the day to stay hydrated.
Pay attention to your thirst cues and drink water when you feel thirsty.