I know it’s the weekend and you’re probably eating out, enjoying delicious steaks, fries, and a couple of wines. But we all want to eat healthy at some point in our life so the next time you crave for that fried chicken, just remember all them fat calories you’ll be consuming which will probably take more than an hour on the treadmill to kill. Think vegetables. Think whole grains. Not exactly delicious from a carnivore’s perspective, but you’ll be thankful later when your doctor tells you you are in good shape.

Here’s a quick rundown on healthy eating choices (courtesy of AmericanHeart.org):

“A heart-healthy diet is delicious and varied — rich in vegetables and fruits, with whole grains, high-fiber foods, lean meats and poultry, fish at least twice a week, and fat-free or 1 percent fat dairy products. By learning to make smart choices — whether you’re cooking at home or eating out — you can enjoy flavorful foods while you manage your cholesterol.”

1. Know and limit your fats.
2. Choose lean meats and poultry without skin and prepare them without added saturated and trans fat.
3. Eat at least two servings of fish each week.
4. Select fat-free, 1 percent fat and low-fat dairy products.
5. Cut back on foods containing partially hydrogenated vegetable oils to reduce trans fat in your diet.
6. Cut back on foods high in dietary cholesterol.
7. Cut back on beverages and foods with added sugars.
8. Choose and prepare foods with little or no salt.
9. Cholesterol, fiber and oat bran.
10. Read labels for a healthy heart.