March Wellness Tip

By Jen Milquet, Wellness Coordinator

March is National Nutrition Month which marks a great time to reflect on your diet.  Eating healthy is always important, but as we get older there may be more of a need for certain nutrient.  Eating a diet containing a variety of foods from different food groups can help you to build a better routine with your food.  Below are some tips to get you started:

• Try to make half your plate fruits and vegetables at each meal.  Also, try to incorporate a variety of colors in your fruits and vegetables.
• Try to make at least half your grains 100% whole grains.
• Try switching to low fat yogurt, milk and cheese.
• Try to eat a variety of proteins.  In addition to lean meat, poultry and eggs, choose seafood, nuts, beans, peas and lentils when planning your meals.
• Try to limit sodium, saturated fats and added sugars.  Try adding spices or herbs to season food instead of adding salt.
• Try to stay well hydrated.
• Try to be mindful of your portion sizes.
• Try to cook more at home instead of eating out!