March is "National Nutrition Month"

March is “National Nutrition Month.” The goal of “National Nutrition Month” is to make everyone aware of the importance of making informed decisions regarding their food choices. Physical activity and good eating habits are vital ways of staying healthy. There are several ways to make sure you are eating healthy including varying your veggies with your meals, focus on eating more fruit, go lean with protein and choose calcium rich foods. For more information, visit the US Dept of Agriculture website at www.mypyramid.gov or the American Dietetic Association website at www.eatright.org.