A guide to healthy eating: What you need to know

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Healthy eating has become a fad lately. Many people have stopped eating fast food opting instead for more wholesome meals. But what does eating healthy mean? What does a healthy diet comprise of?

A healthy diet is that which contains nutrients. This means that your diet has the calories your body needs to make energy which gives you the fuel you need for your day to day activities. It also contains nutrients which help protect your body against various diseases from the common cold to heart failure.