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NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH

March is upon us and National Nutrition Month (NNM)
is finally here! There is no better time than now to focus
on small changes to make the most out of the foods you
eat. You can perform simple changes like filling half of
your dinner plate with vegetables, trying new types of
vegetable proteins, or decreasing your consumption of
added sugar to improve your nutrition.

It is also important to be sure you are eating three meals
per day. A meal consists of eating one serving from at
least three food groups.
If your “meal” consists of a serving from only one or two
of these food groups, you are having a snack and not a
meal. By consuming meals with the proper servings, it
helps to increase your intake of vital nutrients to keep the
body healthy and happy.
In addition to making small changes to your eating
habits, it is always important to be on the move. Moving
your body and being
physically active helps THE FOOD GROUPS:
to keep your body
in shape. Remember, Starches
slow and steady wins
the race, so small Protein
dietary changes and Vegetables
moving your body Fruits
daily can help keep Dairy
you on track.

pROduce pick: SWEET POTATO

When it comes to finding a tasty side dish Based on the nutrients provided per serving,
to pair with any protein, sweet potatoes are this healthy starch is excellent as a meal, side
the way to go. From being high in fiber dish, or even a snack.
to providing healthy carbohydrates and It is essential to include carbohydrates at
potassium, this vegetable packs a powerful every meal. Remember, they are the body’s
punch. It comes naturally packaged in its skin, primary source of energy. By choosing the
which, when eaten, also provides additional sweet potato, you can boost your energy and
sources of vitamins and minerals. increase your vitamin and mineral intake.
The sweet potato is a member of the tuber
family and is often considered a superfood.