Ways to Swap
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Start thinking like a swapper
Healthy eating and getting active can help you lose centimetres and prevent or delay the onset of chronic diseases such as some cancers, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. There are some simple everyday changes you can make to get you on your way to a healthier lifestyle without losing all the things you love.
The great thing is, you don’t have to stop it, just swap it. Swap inside for outside, or a big meal for a small meal for instance — it’s easy and these basic changes can make all the difference. Plus, the best thing is, you can make them as you go about your everyday life — at work, at home or even while out shopping. We’ve included some great swap
tips below.
Swap Big for Small
- Don't overcrowd your plate
- Think twice before going back for seconds
- Eat slowly to give your stomach time to signal
it's full - Share a dessert rather than have your own
Swap Often for Sometimes
- Swap fried food for fresh
- Swap take-away for home-made
- Swap fizzy drink for water
- Eat less 'sometimes' food
Swap Sitting for Moving
- Walk and deliver a message rather than email
- Park the car further away and enjoy a short walk
- Take the bike for short trips instead of the car
- Get off the bus one stop earlier and walk the rest
of the way
Swap Watching for Playing Sport
- Don't just watch sport — get out and get active!
- Get outdoors with the family — go to the park
or for a bike ride - Meet friends for a walk instead of coffee and cake
- Swap a family movie
for bowling