Shape Your Future Blog Thoughts on staying healthy.

Spring is upon us !!

Celebrations can be fun without the sugar high !! 

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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!

0 comments - Posted by Emily at 10:23 AM - Categories: Exercise and Activity | General Medical | Health and Wellness | Holidays | Weight Loss & Maintenance

Where's the Sodium?

More than 40% of sodium comes from the following 10 types of foods...

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Cupid's Candy Quiz

How well do you know your favorite Valentine's Day treats?

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0 comments - Posted by Emily at 9:12 PM - Categories: General Medical | Health and Wellness | Holidays | trivia

A Healthy, Hearty Winter Recipe

Comfort foods don't have to be loaded with fat and calories!

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0 comments - Posted by Emily at 11:53 AM - Categories: General Medical | Health and Wellness | Healthy Snacks | Recipes

Supper on a Snowy Evening!

I woke up this morning to a beautiful snowy scene! While very picturesque, it's freezing!! So, I was wondering what I could prepare for supper this evening that would be nice, warm & comforting! I decided upon lentil soup with some crusty bread...mmmm!!

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0 comments - Posted by Yvonne at 7:59 AM - Categories: Health and Wellness | Holidays | Recipes

Tips for Picky Eaters!

While adults preferred 3 components and 3 colors on their plates, children preferred 7 components and 6 colors, more than double the adult preference of 3!

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0 comments - Posted by Yvonne at 3:38 PM - Categories: Health and Wellness | Parenting