Eat Right!

Moving into March we transition into a new health observation of the month to take account of. The initiative of being aware of each monthly health observation is a good way to keep up with your health and wellness too.  

March is for Nutrition Awareness 

National Nutrition Month^® started in 1973 as National Nutrition Week and became a month-long observance in 1980 in response to the growing interest in nutrition. Every March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sponsors National Nutrition Month^®  to focus on assisting people in making informed food choices and developing positive eating habits.  More focus is needed on these efforts since recent statistics show that nearly 74% of Americans are obese. Many people face obstacles in accessing healthy food, which can be due to financial constraints, mobility issues, or a lack of nearby grocery stores with healthy options. Join us in celebrating National Nutrition Month^®  by exploring various nutrition ideas such as hosting a healthy cooking workshop to assisting in organizing a food drive. Your involvement can make a significant difference in the lives of many people in your local community.  

Quote

“The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.” -Ann Wigmore   

This quote reflects on the role we can play with our dietary choices, on how our healthcare journey as we live, and age will be. Ann Wigmore knew the importance of healthy diet and lifestyle choices and how this serves as a preventative measure for future chronic disease and illnesses.

Health Related News

1. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: eatright.org 

2. National Nutrition Month and Aging | FSL.org 

3. 20 Health Tips.pdf 

4. Ann Wigmore's Living Food Diet – CG Cultura Gourmet

Health Lesson

In recognizing National Nutrition Month ^® we highlight the value of nutritional education and resources. This month is an opportunity to prevent chronic disease by making informed food choices and developing healthy eating and physical activities habits. Nutrition Month is more than just a month-long event – it's a call to action for individuals and communities to recognize the importance of nutrition throughout their life stages.  

Book Recommendation

Nutrition & Wellness for Life stresses the importance of healthful eating and physical activity and explores how decisions affect wellness across the lifespan.   

Nutrition & Wellness for Life by Dorothy F. West PhD