Nine Principles of a Healthy Nutrition Pattern

20% of the population doesn't consume any water on a given day. You need to be hydrated, and again, I recommend trying to focus on water so you're not constantly chasing things that have to taste good. Eating mostly minimally processed food or try to eat a large percentage of your diet for minimally or unprocessed food. Number two, your diet meets your energy needs. Number three, it meets your micronutrient needs. Number four, it provides sufficient amounts of fiber. Number five, it provides enough protein; number six, it includes a wide variety of foods.