Eating Single, Eating Healthy

January 21 - 28, 2000

Eating Single, Eating Healthy

For the single adult, dinner might mean a burger and fries. "Being single can create the 'why bother' mindset," says Beth Bussey, R.D., director of the UAB EatRight nutritional program. Singles tend to eat out six or more times a week and consume 300 more calories. "Whereas a person with a family will tend to prepare meals. Bussey's advice: "Include at least one starch, one fruit or vegetable and one meat or meat substitute in every meal. Second, buy individually wrapped, single-serving portions to prevent waste."

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