Unhealthy Eating

What Can I Do To Improve My Diet?

• Make only one or two changes to start. Begin slowly and gradually add other changes over time.
• Eat at least 3 meals a day. Start with breakfast. Never skip meals.
• Eat regularly during the day. A good guideline is to eat every 4 to 5 hours. This can help to prevent you from feeling extreme hunger and overeating.
• Include more plant-based foods. Have a fruit or vegetable as a part of every meal or snack. Cook with legumes or beans more often.
• Choose whole grain breads and cereals, such as:
  • whole wheat pasta
  • whole grain bread
  • high fibre cereals
  • Learn how to get more fibre in your diet »
• Have fish instead of red meat more often.
• Limit foods high in sugar, such as:
  • juice
  • regular pop
  • cookies
  • pies
  • pther baked goods
  • Learn how to avoid added sugars in the foods you eat »
• Speak to your cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation team or registered dietitian for further guidance.