Part 3: Make a Plan

Limit Alcohol

Alcoholic beverages provide calories with little or no nutrients. Alcohol can damage your heart, liver, brain, and other body systems. It can cause high blood pressure and increases your risk for some cancers. Drinking can also decrease your immunity, making it harder for your body to fight disease.

Chart showing alcoholic drink, calories per amount.

Modify Ingredients in Recipes

Effects of Alcohol on Weight Management

•  It stimulates the appetite.

•  It can make it harder to keep track of how much you’ve eaten.

•  It can cause a drop in blood sugar. This can make you tired and less able to concentrate. It can also cause you to crave something sweet.

 

If you drink alcohol, do so wisely.

•  Don’t drink and drive. Designate a driver who will not be drinking. Volunteer to stay sober.

•  Drink slowly. You will probably drink less.

•  Drink alcohol with a meal. Food slows alcohol absorption.

•  Drink a full glass of water between each alcoholic drink.

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Sodium in Packaged Foods

Limit Artificial Sweeteners

Sweet Sips, a Healthier Way!

Master Food Prep

Keep Food Safe

Improve a Packaged Meal

A Case for More Time in the Kitchen

Eating at a Restaurant

Fast-Food Restaurants

Pack Travel Snacks

Air Travel

Avoid Drowsy Driving

Coffee and Tea

Sporting Events and Concerts

Drink Water

Limit Alcohol

Quit Smoking

Get Enough Sleep

Review and Prepare

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