It would be nice for the subject of proper nutrition to have clear-cut, no-fuss guidelines to follow. However, in this day and age of contradicting reports, a million variations on labeling information and not knowing what to believe, it can be really hard to put the right foods on the table. In this article, you will find simple advice for integrating good nutritional habits into your life without feeling intimidated.

Although salads have a well-deserved reputation for being healthy, many people reduce or eliminate the health benefits by slathering their salad in rich dressings. Creamy dressings, especially, are full of fat and empty calories. Make a simple dressing from olive oil and vinegar instead. You can also add cranberries or walnuts to your salad.

Oatmeal is a great healthy breakfast option, and will start your day on the right foot. Since they are whole grains, you will feel full longer …