Why eating healthy is important?

I recently learnt by watching the news that 35.9% of Americans are Obese and I do not want to be in that category. So recently I became strict with my diet. I no longer eat pass 6 p.m. and most of all I exercise at least 3 times per week. I recently also learnt that a nutritious, well-balanced diet – along with physical activity and refraining from smoking – is the foundation of good health. Healthy eating includes consuming high-quality proteins, carbohydrates, heart-healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and water in the foods you take in while minimizing processed foods, saturated fats and alcohol. Eating in this manner helps you maintain your body’s everyday functions, promotes optimal body weight and can assist in disease prevention.