Healthy, balanced diets include a variety of foods to ensure your body receives the nutrients it needs. Your diet should include:

• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Whole Grains
• Proteins such as beans, eggs, nuts, lean meats, poultry and fish
• Low-fat or fat-free dairy products

During your meal planning and preparation, be sure to follow recommended serving sizes for each food group. Visit MyPlate.gov for more information about each food group and recommended serving sizes.

Whether you are having a hard time staying on track with your diet, or if you are just looking for additional tips on cutting calories, increasing your energy, or eating on a budget, visit United Healthcare’s Nutrition Tips for Healthy Eating page. You may also like our recent article Tips for Eating Healthier, which includes short videos on eating healthier at work, eating healthy on a budget, and cooking for better health.

Weigh-ins and Support Resources
Remember, the Spare Tire Contest is a journey; stay positive and stay on track by submitting your weight online each week through the links in the weekly email sent to all participants. Weigh-in links and additional support resources are also available from your work location, on the Knowledge Center HR > Spare Tire page.

For more details on the contest, visit the Spare Tire page.