Hello! My name is Amanda Marín-Chollom. I am the Project Coordinator on the Mi Vida Saludable Study. I love exploring the city with my family. This newsletter gives you tips on choosing foods with less sugar and fat. Enjoy!

Mi Vida Saludable News #3

Cutting Back on Fat and Sugar by Managing Your Plate

An easy way to cut back on fat and sugar at meals is to follow the MyPlate guidelines: 

• Make half (50%) of your plate fruits and vegetables
• Make one-quarter (25%) of your plate whole grains or starchy vegetables
• Make on-quarter of your plate lean (without visible fat) protein

Adding a side of dairy foods is recommended about 2 times per day. 

Here is a picture of what MyPlate looks like: 

Here are some examples of correct portion sizes for the different food groups. We’ll learn more about the different food groups in upcoming newsletters – so stay tuned!  

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The National Cancer Institute has resources available to help manage life after treatment available here: http://www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/facing-forward

For more recipes, how-to articles, and videos on making healthy choices, visit:www.cookforyourlife.org

Questions or comments?

Please contact Amanda Marín-Chollom:  (212) 305-3640

 am4508@cumc.columbia.edu