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10 tips to eat healthier

  1.  Eat smaller portions
  2. Include protein at each meal
  3. Include salads at each meal
  4. Eat whole foods
  5. Eat nuts and fruits as snack
  6. Limit toppings
  7. Limit ketchup, jams,cheese
  8. Eat home cooked meals
  9. Cut out sugar
  10. Avoid junk food 

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