Tips for Eating Better (National Nutrition Month)

Once again it is National Nutrition Month. This year the theme is Personalize Your Plate. Each day choose from a variety of vegetables and fruits. Also, choose your protein such as meat, fish, chicken, whole grains, or cottage cheese to go with your meal. Learning how to choose your food wisely and pairing your meals with healthy drinks will help you stay healthier in the long run.

Additionally, using plates that have dividers will help you eat enough food from the five food groups. The five food groups are fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and dairy. Take in consideration what foods you can eat especially if you have allergies or digestive issues. Ask a nutritionist about what should eat and the food items that you should avoid if you have digestive issues, diabetes, or food allergies. Last, eat without getting distracted.

Eating in front of the television might not be a good idea if you are trying to lose weight. Furthermore, if you like to eat while listening to music, make sure you do not listen to fast upbeat music. It will make you rush, and you will not enjoy your meals. Put your cell phone on silence for thirty minutes or for one hour while you eat your meals. Here are more resources about National Nutrition Month.

 

Courtesy Image from Eatright.org

National Nutrition Month-Personalize Your Plate:

https://www.eatright.org/food/resources/national-nutrition-month

Back to Basics: All about My Plate Food Groups:

https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2017/09/26/back-basics-all-about-myplate-food-groups#:~:text=As%20the%20MyPlate%20icon%20shows,%2C%20Protein%20Foods%2C%20and%20Dairy.

Healthy Eating Basics-Heart and Stroke Foundation:

https://www.heartandstroke.ca/healthy-living/healthy-eating/healthy-eating-basics

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