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Diet Outline - Points to Ponder

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Drink at least 8 - 10glasses of water daily.

Include milk shakes, juices, soups and fluids in your diet .

Consume at least 5-6 servings of vegetables daily primarily green leafy vegetables. 

Eat a variety of 4 -5 fruits daily. Lay special emphasis on citrus fruits, papaya, strawberries, melons and berries

Milk, cheese, tofu, sesame and all sorts of dairy products to provide the body with calcium, phosphorous and vitamins. 

Iron rich foods like lean red meat, fish, poultry, dry fruits, whole grain products, green leafy vegetables, dates and iron fortified cereals should be included in the diet liberally. 

Folic acid rich foods like berries, leafy greens, asparagus, broccoli, beans, orange juice, fortified cereals, nuts and whole grains. 

Plenty of fibres have to be included in the diet from whole grain flours, vegetables, fruits, wheat bran and legumes. 

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