Numbers for Wellness: Three High, Five Low and Seven parts of Fullness

Numbers for Wellness: Three High Five Low Seven Parts Full

What are the numbers for wellness? This article summarises how we can use the numbers 3, 5 and 7 for wellness.

Three high

Eat food high in fibre, freshness and protein. Fruits, vegetables and nuts are high in fibre, freshness and good protein sources. The soluble fibre helps to lower cholesterol levels and provides vitamins and minerals.

Five low

Low in salt, sugar, cholesterol, fats and alcohol. Choose lean meat, and remove the skin before cooking. Choose healthier cooking methods such as steaming, boiling, grilling, stir frying, baking and stewing to lower fat and cholesterol levels. Use minimum salt and sauces when cooking will help lower sodium intake. A little alcohol is good for the body but we should not drink too much.

Seven parts of fullness

Instead of eating three big meals, it is suggested we have more meals but eat less per meal. There is a Chinese saying that the ideal time to stop eating is when we are about ¾ full (about 7 parts of 10).