What to Eat: Expert Clears the Confusion

Great article and laso seems to be a great book:

http://www.ediets.com/news/article.cfm/3/cmi_2004477/cid_6/code_24422/
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0865477043/ref=nosim/wwwedietscom
What to Eat: An Aisle-by-Aisle Guide to Savvy Food Choices and Good Eating.

Eat less: Consume fewer calories, which is easiest to do by avoiding fat and sugar, and eating smaller portions. Buy takeout foods and fast foods in the smallest containers. Order half-portions or divide foods in restaurants. Reserve sweetened foods for dessert and special occasions.

Move more: Being more active is a no-brainer, she says.

Eat lots of fruits and vegetables: Everyone agrees on this but you have to make an effort. Ready-to-eat versions aren't as easy to buy as potato chips.

Go easy on junk foods: That means soft drinks, candy and snack foods that are low in nutrients but high in calories, fat, salt and additives. They should be once-in-awhile treats.

Keep to the edges: Stay away from the center aisles of the supermarket, and don't buy anything in a box. If you do have to buy a boxed food, make sure it has five ingredients or less!