GUIDE TO GOOD EATING

The NO, LOW, GO Diet

Philosophy: Don’t starve your body; eat the right kinds of foods to keep your metabolism constantly working in your favor. Don’t consume more than you burn. Don’t be afraid to indulge every so often. Your success is determined by YOU.

NO – avoid these foods whenever possible, especially when trying to lose weight.

Fast Food
Soft Drinks
Processed Foods
Fried Foods
White Starches (Breads, Potatoes, Pasta, Rice)
Cream-Based Soups 
Mayonnaise
Mayo or Cream-Based Salad Dressings 

LOW – consume these in moderation.

Alcohol 
Dairy
Carbs (try to source from Whole Grains)
Salad Dressing (Oil, Vinegar, Italian, Low-Fat Dressings served on the side)
Whole Grains (Pasta, Brown Rice, Breads)
Sweet Potatoes
Oatmeal (Stick to minimally processed forms)
Fruit Juices
Yogurt, Low-Sugar or Greek
Sport Drinks (Gatorade)
Unsalted Butter
Sour Cream
Frozen Health Foods
Appetizers at Restaurants (Start with a salad instead)
Desserts (Chocolate, Cakes, Ice Cream)

GO – fill up on as much of these foods as possible.

Water (at least 8 glasses per day)
Lean Protein (Chicken, Pork, Seafood, Lean Red Meat)
Vegetables
Fruits
Beans (Black Beans, Kidney Beans)
Almonds
Salads
Vegetable or Low-Fat Broth-Based Soups
Eggs
Olive Oil