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March 25, 2020

March = National Nutrition Month

pand and veggiesAmongst all the craziness that is going on in the world today, many people have forgotten that March is National Nutrition Month. Does that mean to eat healthy only during this month or am I supposed to restrict my diet during this month? No. Instead, March is a time to help promote the importance of nutrition and how it can affect individuals’ lifestyles. Almost 38% of American adults and 17% of children are obese. Over time, this has nearly doubled in adults and tripled in children within the last 25 years. However, this can be stopped by focusing on nutrition and the effects it can have in order to help treat and prevent heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and obesity.

Many people only think of exercise and physical activity as ways to help solve these issues; however, nutrition plays a major role during all this. Having a healthy lifestyle and maintaining it is key. People want that quick fix, but what do you do when you start to regain that quick fix weight that you lost? Maintaining a stable and adequate lifestyle is best. Does that mean I have to give up all the sweets and treats? No! Moderation is key and makes for a more sustainable lifestyle.

What are some healthy tips that help create a sustainable lifestyle? From the Academy of Dietetics and Nutrition, some tips include:

  • Snack only when hungry
  • Have snacks planned and portioned ahead of time
  • Practice food safety
  • Make half your plate fruits and veggies
  • Make half your grains whole grains
  • Drink and eat less sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars
  • Enjoy your food but have portion control
  • Be physically active
  • Cook more and eat out less

These are just a few healthy tips that can be used to create a sustainable lifestyle and used to help keep things in moderation. You can enjoy those sweets and treats, just keep in mind proper portion sizes and only having those foods every now and then.

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WRITTEN BY: Kelsey Reeder, Bowling Green State University Dietetic Intern

REVIEWED BY: Candace J. Heer, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension Morrow County

PHOTO CREDITS:

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SOURCES:

  • Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.eatright.org/, CT, R., AL, M., MO, K., & OH, I. (2016). Preventing Obesity, Improving Nutrition and Increasing Physical Activity.

REFERENCES:

  • https://www.eatright.org/food/resources/national-nutrition-month?_ga=2.227977885.100846758.1584987378-600282559.1571346362
  • https://www.eatright.org/food/nutrition/dietary-guidelines-and-myplate/use-the-dietary-guidelines-myplate-and-food-labels-to-make-healthy-choices

Categories: Food
Tags: Healthy eating tips, nutrition, Nutrition Month, sustainable lifestyle

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About Candace J. Heer

Candace J. Heer, M.S., L.S.W. is an Ohio State University Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences in Morrow County. Her specializations are Health and Wellness and Financial Wellness. She also focuses her programming on home food preservation and food safety. Candace is a Licensed Social Work (Ohio) with an emphasis in behavioral and mental health and is a Certified Personal & Family Finance Educator (AAFCS). She is enthusiastic about promoting worthiness and well-being for people, animals, and the environment. You can find Candace crocheting, reading, watching sci-fi and spending time with family and friends, including her furry family members.

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