National Nutrition Month —The theme is "Eat Right."

Even though March is over, it’s never too late to “Eat Right.” 

Where do you start?

* Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low fat or fat free milk and milk products.

·        * Don’t forget lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts.

·         *  Limit saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt, and added sugars.

In tough economic times, you can “Eat Right”.  Beans are an inexpensive way to get an excellent source of protein. 

It’s never too late to “Eat Right”.  Make small changes to your diet.  Are you getting enough calcium?  Try fat free chocolate milk for a tasty treat.

Got kids?  Get them in the  kitchen, and teach them to “Eat Right”.  Parents make great role models.  Families, who eat together, tend to have a healthier diet.

Make the most of your calories.  Try some of these easy, nutrition-packed snacks:

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Smear yogurt on two graham crackers and add sliced bananas.

·         * Microwave a small baked potato.  Top with reduced fat cheddar cheese and salsa.

·         * Toss dried cranberries and chopped walnuts in oatmeal.

 For more National Nutrition Month healthy snack ideas and recipes, go to www.eatright.org/nnm.

“Eat Right” every month of the year.  To find an RD (registered dietitian) located near you, go to: www.eatright.org.   Registered dietitians offer credible, science- based food and nutrition information.  It’s our job to help people make informed food choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits.

 We like helping you “Eat Right” and enjoy a healthy life.

 Ruth Frechman, MA,RD 

Comments

[yselle]

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