1. Eat regular meals at regular times. Omitting a meal—particularly
breakfast—is a strain on the body and a major cause of
fatigue.
2. Eat all meals slowly and chew well. This helps to make smaller
amounts of food more satisfying.
3. Never eat when emotionally upset or overtired. Relax or rest first.
4. Watch closely for hidden calories.
5. If drinking clear coffee or tea is too much of an ordeal, add some
of the day’s allowance of milk, and use saccharin or
another noncaloric sweetening agent. They may also be used
to sweeten cooked fruits.
6. Stay away from highly seasoned foods. They stimulate the appetite.
7. Clear tea, coffee, or bouillon have no caloric values and may be
used freely.
8. An average serving of meat is 3 ounces. Two eggs or ½ cup of
cottage cheese can be substituted for 2 ounces of meat.