Public Health and Environment

Food and Nutrition

Nutrition Basics

To help you feel good, you need to eat right. The United States Department of Agriculture My Plate will help you make the best choices for your meals and snacks.

Strive to get servings from each group. Eating the a variety of foods will help you get all the nutrients you need for good health.

Make healthy choices that fit your lifestyle.

• Be Realistic
  Make small changes over time.
  
  
• Be Adventurous 
  Expand your tastes to enjoy a variety of foods.
  
  
• Be Flexible
  Balance what you eat and the physical activity you do over several days. Don't worry about one meal or one day.
  
  
• Be Sensible
  Enjoy all foods, just don't overdo it.
  
  
• Be Active
  Walk the dog, don't just watch the dog walk.