Nutrition Education

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The following PDF documents are available for download

Food Safety is Important
Sometimes, the food we eat can make us sick if not handled properly. It is important to keep our food safe from bacteria so we can stay healthy!

The Nutrition Facts Panel
What does it all mean?

Nutritive Value of Canned Goods
Canned fruits and vegetables do not significantly contribute to American’s sugar and sodium intake. In fact, all canned fruits and fruit juices contribute less than two percent of added sugars in most American’s diets and vegetables contribute less than one percent of sodium.

Safety of Canned Goods
Eating from dented cans is NOT unsafe. That is a myth that has led to food and money being wasted. It is true that some dented cans are unsafe, but a majority of dented cans are completely safe to eat!

10 Top Foods Your Heart Will Love
Give your heart a rest and give it some love in return. The ten foods listed below are recommended to give the vitamins and minerals your heart and body needs to keep pumping at optimal performance and to keep you living longer and healthier.

Secrets of Successful Weight Loss
National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) is the largest ongoing study following real people of the real world in their weight loss journey. Participants in the registry must have lost at least 30 pounds and kept it off at least one year.

Parents do your part and give your students a healthy start!
Your days of packing your student's lunch are long gone and now they have to fend for themselves. It is natural to worry about your student's first year of college and making certain they are eating nutritious, nourishing meals is probably right at the top of your list.

Five for Fiber
Fiber is known to help prevent against many diseases such as heart disease, obesity and cancer. We recommend these five foods that are not only loaded with fiber but are also wallet friendly and easy to find in any grocery store.

Sodium and Your Health
The USDA recommends the average individual consume no more than 2,300mg of sodium per day or or 1 teaspoon of table salt. Keep reading to find out why you should limit your intake of sodium and which are the best ways to do it.

12 Non-Dairy Foods High In Calcium
Daily recommendation for calcium.

Benefits of Fiber
Fiber can be found in whole wheats, bran, fresh or dried fruits and vegatables, and can help you lose weight and reduce your risk of serious diseases.

Carbohydrates-Your #1 Energy Sounce
Carbohydrate is essential on a daily basis for those who train hard day after day and want to maintain high energy levels.

The Nutrition
Random tips about eating and living healthy.

Fruits & Vegatables
Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.

Grass Fed Beef
Learn about the many benefits of eating beef from grass fed animals.

Farmer’s Market or Grocery Store: What's the Difference?
Learn about the differences between a farmer's market and a grocery store.

How You Can Succeed In Your Nutrition Therapy Sessions
Think about your worst food offenses during the day. Maybe it’s a time of day when you feel out of control. Write down what you eat at these times.

Hydration
Proper hydration is essential for the physical & mental demands of athletic performance.

Want Big Muscles?
Carbohydrates are necessary to fuel the body and feed the brain. The predominant energy source for all exercise, including weight lifting, is carbohydrates (whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts & beans).

Protein
The amino acids in protein help perform several functions in the body.

Energy Bars
Comparison of the nutrition facts of several different energy bars.