March is National Nutrition Month
This year's National Nutrition Month theme is "Get Your Plate in Shape!"
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.
Make at least half your grains whole.
Switch to fat-free or low-fat milk.
Vary your protein choices.
Cut back on sodium and empty calories from solid fats and added sugars.
Enjoy your food but eat less.
Be physically active your way.
Children and Teens: Get 60 minutes or more a day.
Adults: Get 2 hours and 30 minutes more a week of activity that requires moderate effort such as brisk walking.
Check out the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' (formerly the American Dietetic Association) website: www.eatright.org/nnm, for more information, and be sure to read the National Nutrition Month Blog for some more great nutrition tips and healthy meal & snacks suggestions!
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