August Wellness Topic:

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Are you eating healthy? Every 5 years, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is published to provide evidence-based food and beverage recommendations to promote health, prevent chronic disease and help people reach and maintain healthy weight.  Over the years, you’ve seen this as the Food Wheel, Food Pyramid, and now MyPlate.

This visual tool allows you to start simple and think about what goes on your plate, in your cup, or in your bowl.

 
 
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Fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults eat the recommended daily amount of vegetables - CDC

Fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults eat the recommended daily amount of vegetables - CDC

Only 4 in 10 children and fewer than 1 in 7 adults eat enough fruit - CDC

Only 4 in 10 children and fewer than 1 in 7 adults eat enough fruit - CDC

 

Simple Actions to Create a Healthier eating style:

 
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Make half your plate fruits and vegetables, and vary your veggies.

 
 
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Make half your grains whole grains.

 
 
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Move to low-fat or fat-free milk or yogurt.

 
 
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Vary your protein routine.