Nutrition

The South Asian diet can be high in calories and rich in saturated fats. The increased risk of heart disease makes eating a well-balanced diet important for South Asians of all ages. This doesn't mean you have to give up your favorite foods. There are some simple rules you can follow for healthy eating:

• Balance your meals
  
• Eat smaller portions.
  
• Emphasize healthy carbohydrates.


• Eat lean protein.
  
• Limit fat, oil and salt intake.

These are a few of the changes you can make to help you control your weight, blood sugar and lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides). By making some changes, you can reduce your risk of a heart attack.

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