Lifestyle
Improve your Diet with Nutritional Tips from a Registered Dietitian
As a registered dietitian, Sue Mah gives people advice on what to eat. Everyone is unique and requires a different dietary plan, however Sue has provided a snapshot of what healthy eating looks like by giving some insight into her daily eating routine.
“I look for healthy and flavourful food choices to keep me fueled for my busy day. I enjoy eating delicious, wholesome foods and have zero guilt when indulging in a little sweet treat with my family,” says Mah.
Water: From morning to night, I always keep a glass of water by my side. Having about eight glasses a day keeps me well hydrated, especially since I exercise daily and eat lots of fibre-rich foods.
Breakfast: I start my day by digging into a bowl of hot oatmeal made with milk and add fruit. Topping it with peanuts and having a smoothie made with Greek yogurt makes sure I’m getting enough protein.
Lunch: Homemade quinoa salad is my go-to lunch. I add five different veggies – roasted beets, cauliflower, Brussel sprouts, corn, arugula and then edamame beans. Pairing it with a refreshing glass of Florida Orange Juice gives even more potassium, folate, and 100% of the daily quota for vitamin C. Since Sue’s salad is meatless, the vitamin C from all of the veggies and orange juice helps her body better absorb the iron in the meal.
Snack: For anyone feeling an afternoon energy slump coming on, I recommend fighting back with a snack that combines produce plus protein such as raw vegetables with hummus. A piece of fruit with a milk latte is another great option.
Dinner: I like to keep dinner simple with a piece of grilled salmon paired with a leafy green salad.
Dessert: Family meal times are important. I like to finish off the meal with a fresh fruit salad or a homemade cookie.
