Four tips for a healthy balanced diet.

1). Eat food made with whole grains like whole wheat bread, quinoa, millet, and brown rice. Skip or reduce processed grains including foods made with white flour,white rice, etc.

2). Load up on a wide variety of differently colored vegetables and fruits.

3). When it comes to protein - aim for quality not just quantity. Emphasize plant proteins like grains, beans and lentils in your diet and limit animal protein to high quality toxin-free lean cuts of meat and low fat dairy.

4). Drink the right stuff; skip the wrong – Water rules! - Be judicious with caffeinated, sugared (whether with natural fruit or refined sugars), high fat dairy and alcoholic beverages.