- An easy way to simplify food choices is Traffic Light Eating.
- Traffic Light Eating separates food into Green Light, Yellow Light and Red Light categories.
- Red Light foods are low in nutrients and high in calories and sugar, salt and unhealthy fats. They should be eaten only 1-2 times per week.
- Examples of Red Light Foods are cookies, fruit drinks, fried foods and full-fat salad dressing.
- Yellow Light foods provide important nutrients but may have some other nutrients that are important to limit, like sugar, salt and unhealthy fats. They should be eaten in moderation.
- Examples of Yellow Light Foods include full-fat dairy, chicken with skin, refined bread and 100% juice.Â
- Green Light Foods are nutrient-rich and low in calories, added sugar, salt and unhealthy fats. They should be eaten every day.
- Examples of Green Light Foods are whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean meats and salad.
- Many foods have healthier versions that can be substituted. For example, regular lunch meat can be switched for low-fat, low-salt lunch meat. By substituting healthier versions, a meal can be made more nutritious and healthy.
Metabolic Magic is the brainchild of Steve Schoolman, who led its early development and creative vision. The Metabolic Magic team thanks Steve for setting the course and, in his own way, guiding its final execution.
Creators
Brittany Lueken, Mary Schoolman, Jim Heartney, Justin DiCenzo, Peggy Sullivan, and Jessica Schoolman
Also Contributing
Valerie Butterbredt, Janel Coleman, Naeemah Smith, and Kevin Casey
Artists
Emma Heartney, Theresa Heartney, King Morelli, Teresa Carpenter, David Stevenson, and Jim Campbell
Many Thanks to our Very First Beta-testers!
Sam S., Lucy S., Kenneth B., Yvaine, Fin C., Ada C., Adam R., Benjamin B., Samuel B., Yoni L., and Raleigh T.
