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Healthy Eating Healthy Living. Nutrition and Fitness Basics Clark College Fitness Center. Nutrition Guidelines. Healthy Eating Pyramid Eat more vegetable oils, whole grains Eat less pasta, white bread. Recommended Exercises. 30 minutes of daily moderate-intensity activity Brisk walking
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Healthy EatingHealthy Living Nutrition and Fitness Basics Clark College Fitness Center
Nutrition Guidelines • Healthy Eating Pyramid • Eat more vegetable oils, whole grains • Eat less pasta, white bread
Recommended Exercises • 30 minutes of daily moderate-intensity activity • Brisk walking • Bicycling • Gardening
Relaxation Techniques • Quiet the mind and body • Visualize a tranquil setting • Concentrate on positive thoughts • Build strength and refresh the body • Practice yoga or Pilates basics • Improve balance through core training
Healthy Living Benefits • Lowers cholesterol and blood pressure • Reduces heart disease risk • Helps prevent adult-onset diabetes • Affects 8% of adults • Maintains body weight • Helps avoid excess gain