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Weight Loss Tip

Five easy steps to cut calories:

1. Take your lunch to work.
2. Sit when you eat.
3. Dilute juice with water.
4. Eat at home.
5. Limit alcohol to weekends.

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How many fruit and veges to you need?

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You can find the amounts of fruits and vegetables you need using the charts in this brochure. There are also facts on why eating the recommended amounts is important to your health. Easy tips for including fruits and vegetables in your day are also provided.

Know the amounts you need each day

Go to your chart. Choose your level of physical activity. Use these definitions to determine your lifestyle physical activity that is above the light activity of everyday life.

Less Active. You average less than 30 minutes a day.

Moderately Active. You average 30 to 60 minutes a day.

Active. You average more than 60 minutes a day.

Choose your age range. Your physical activity level and age determine how many calories you need each day and your calorie needs determine how many fruits and vegetables you should eat.

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