AARP Rewards Healthy Plate Contest, Week 4, May 24-31st

Always start with lots of veggies with tasty dressings, plenty of water, then add bread & meat.  If you're active during the day you will eat less!

Always plan on a large garden salad... lots of greens with a low fat vinaigrette dressing. Don’t forget the veggie tray for snackers! 

It can be done!  Grilled chicken, Mediterranean pasta salad made with whole grain pasta, fruit salad are all good ideas.

Eat less red meat and try plant-based.

Always have some pre-washed cut veggies, and fruit, in the fridge. So when you get the urge for a snack you can quickly and easily reach for this rather than chips.

Water fruits and vegetables come first.

Go for the lite beer instead of regular!

When I eat out at a restaurant I separate my meal in half and box it to take home. This gives me two meals for the price of one. I also take my time eating so I get that "I'm full" feeling and therefore don't have room for the half I saved.

When I'm invited to a get-together with friends, I do a couple of things. First, I eat before I go so I'm less prone to overeat while there. Second, I take a dish with me. That way, I can be certain that there will be at least one thing available that I can feel good about eating. Being proactive is the key to a healthy lifestyle!

I invested in a $20 kitchen scale. I weight everything that goes into my mouth. I have lost 52 pounds since January 1st, 2021! 

You really know how many calories in you're portion??