Try not to arrive "starving" so you can make informed, healthy food choices.
Eat balanced meals and snacks throughout the day.
Eating every 3-4 hours keeps you energized and helps to stave off hunger.
Aim to give yourself 30-45 minutes to eat.
Familiarize yourself with all of the food options before selecting what to eat.
Eat slowly — it takes 20 minutes for your stomach to signal to your brain that it's full.
Quit the impulse to go back for seconds by waiting 10-15 minutes to identify if you're still hungry.
Be sure to have protein, carbohydrates and fat at every meal.
Select high protein foods at every meal (meats, tofu, beans, legumes, yogurt, cottage cheese, nuts, and seeds).
Load your plate with color, textures and complimentary flavors!
Create a balanced plate of — 1/3 fruits and vegetables, 1/3 protein, 1/3 whole grain and a small amount of healthy fat.
Try a new entree at least once a week to experiment with what you like and dislike.
If you are having a hard time creating a balanced meal for yourself based the options available to you, then speak with the foodservice staff. They are available to accommodate any special food requests or suggestions you may have.
