Healthy food choices Make it a habit to eat a variety of healthy foods each day. Eat plenty of vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods and protein foods. Choose protein foods that come from plants more often.Choose foods with healthy fats instead of saturated fatLimit highly processed foods. If you choose these foods, eat them less often and in small amounts.Prepare meals and snacks using ingredients that have little to no added sodium, sugars or saturated fatChoose healthier menu options when eating outMake water your drink of choiceReplace sugary drinks with waterUse food labelsBe aware that food marketing can influence your choices