National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 12. Enact Family Meal Time Plan to eat as a family at least a few times each week. Set a regular mealtime. Turn off the TV, phones and other electronic devices to encourage mealtime talk. Get kids involved in meal planning and cooking and use this time to […]
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 11. Dine Out without Ditching Goals You can eat out and stick to your healthy eating plan! The key is to plan ahead, ask questions and choose foods carefully. Compare nutrition information, if available, and look for healthier options that are grilled, baked, broiled or steamed.
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Happy Healthy Monday! National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 10. Get Cooking Preparing foods at home can be healthy, rewarding and cost-effective. Master some kitchen basics, like dicing onions or cooking dried beans. The collection of “Planning and Prep” videos at www.eatright.org/videos will get you started.
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 9. Drink More Water Quench your thirst with water instead of drinks with added sugars. Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water, especially if you are active, are an older adult or live or work in hot conditions.
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 8. Follow Food Safety Guidelines Reduce your chances of getting sick with proper food safety. This includes: regular hand washing, separating raw foods from ready-to- eat foods, cooking foods to the appropriate temperature, and refrigerating food promptly. Learn more about home food safety at www.homefoodsafety.org
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 7. Consult an Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Whether you want to lose weight, lower your health-risks or manage a chronic disease, consult the experts! Registered dietitian nutritionists can help you by providing sound, easy-to-follow personalized nutrition advice.
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 6. Fix Healthy Snacks Healthy snacks can sustain your energy levels between meals, especially when they include a combination of foods. Choose from two or more of the MyPlate food groups: grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and protein. Try raw veggies with low-fat cottage cheese, or a tablespoon of
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19 Health Tips cont. 5. Get to Know Food Labels Reading the Nutrition Facts panel can help you shop and eat or drink smarter. The USDA My Plate Plan shows your food group targets – what and how much to eat within your calorie allowance. https://www.myplate.gov/myplate-plan
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 4. Be Active Regular physical activity has many health benefits. Start by doing what exercise you can. Children and teens should get 60 or more minutes of physical activity per day, and adults at least two hours and 30 minutes per week. You don’t have to hit the
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National Nutrition Month 19 Health Tips cont. 3. Watch Portion Sizes
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