Good nutrition can help us

A health issue of which people must deal every day is food. That is why it is essential to become aware and good nutritional practices. But above all it is necessary to take into account the importance of eating healthy foods.Health promotion becomes an important role in the process of awareness of the general population, so that consumption habits to achieve a balanced and healthy diet. Different social agents, such as family or school, play a major role in promoting healthy food in the daily diet and physical activity as part of the daily routine.

Good nutrition not only has to do with the quantity and quality of the consumption of food but also with the preparation and cooking of the same.In this sense, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), through a variety of informational materials, offers the people numerous counsels so that the diet be really healthy.

For example, for the OPS is important to clean your hands before handling food (personal hygiene is essential when cooking), washing of cooking utensils and fruits and vegetables with clean water, look carefully expiration dates of food products, and not let food cool to room temperature to avoid attracting insects and bacteria.