Living a Healthy Life -- Wellness and Physical Fitness
Classes:
Introduction > Take the Test > Nutrition and Meal Preparation > Exercise and Physical Fitness > Prevention and Regular Check-Ups > Special Considerations > Conclusion
Nutrition and Meal Preparation > Dietary Guidelines > Having a Balanced Diet > Food Preparation and Safety > Shopping > Storing > Cooking/Preparing Foods> Quick Tips for Cooking and Eating on the Go!
Shopping
Buy fresh products that have been stored properly.
Many products such as dairy (milk, eggs, yogurt, and cheese), meat, poultry, and fish have a 'sell-by' date printed on the label. Check the sell-by date on products before buying -- stores should not be selling products that have expired (and you should not be buying them) because it means the food may be starting to spoil. Similarly, dairy products and meats should be stored in refrigerated or frozen sections to prevent spoiling. Don't buy a product if it looks like it has been sitting out or doesn't appear fresh.
When buying raw fruit and vegetables, buy the freshest available and wash them before eating.
Don't choose fruits or vegetables that are starting to mold, and remember to wash them when you get home and before you eat them. Even if your food comes from a store that is clean or in a package that says 'pre-washed', you don't know who or what has touched them before you.
Don't buy food, drinks, or medicines if the packaging has been damaged.
While a slightly crushed box of cereal may not be cause for alarm, in general you don't want to buy packaged foods that have been damaged. Some types of food, for example canned or jarred foods, may start to spoil if the can or lid is dented. And sometimes people tamper with foods (or medicine) in the stores. A good rule of thumb is to never buy something if the package has already been opened.
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