National Nutrition Month of March returns again for its 50th anniversary! National Nutrition Month is an annual celebration created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in 1973. During this month, everyone is encouraged to learn about healthy foods and eating habits!
Healthy Snacking for Kids:
Snacks are an easy way to fuel our bodies. However, snacking is also a way to sneak in some unhealthy food that is not good for our health. This infographic shows a few healthy snacks that everyone can try:
Ways to Reduce Food Waste:
The amount of food wasted is a topic that a lot of people overlook! Americans throw out billions of pounds of food each year. That is a lot of food! Here are some tips to reduce food waste:
- Before you go grocery shopping, write down what foods you already have and what you need. This can prevent you from buying something you already have and it going to waste.
- Try to save leftovers as much as possible! You can also get creative with leftovers like combining different foods to make soup or a salad.
- Consider composting! Composting is a process of taking food waste and making it into soil. Composting food is a great way to reduce waste and help your environment!
Written by: Allison H.
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