Eating a healthy diet can help lower your risk of certain diseases and maintain a healthy weight. A healthy eating plan is made up of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat dairy products. It also includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. A healthy diet limits saturated and trans fats, sodium, and added sugars. It also emphasizes eating minimally processed foods.

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Previous studies have suggested a link between diets high in “ultra-processed” foods and health problems. Ultra-processed foods have ingredients common in industrial food manufacturing, such as hydrogenated oils, high-fructose corn syrup, flavoring agents, and emulsifiers. They are often cheaper and more convenient than making a meal from whole foods. But they’re usually high in calories, salt, sugar, and fat.

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The term “fresh,” when used on the label or in the labeling of food in a manner that suggests or implies that the food is unprocessed, means that the food is in its raw state and has not been frozen or subjected to any form of thermal processing or any other form of preservation.

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In an increasingly busy world for families, sometimes it is difficult to find the time to shop every few days to buy fresh fruit, vegetables, meats, and grains. An alternative would be a delivery service that brings fresh food to right your doorstep.  

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Whatever the chose, it is one of the most important decisions one can make in making sure you and your loved ones receive the highest quality nutrition.