Learn more about nutrition and health...    Ready to Take Steps to a Healthier You? "USDA's MyPyramid is your personal guide to healthy eating and physical activity."  To compliment personalized plans provided by an RD, this site allows you and your family to track daily progress, reinforce importance of each food group, and more...       www.MyPyramid.gov

Fruits and Vegetables It can't be disputed, consuming fruits and vegetables daily can improve and prolong health.  The variety of vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidents, etc. found in fruits and vegetables can not be found in pills alone.  Simply increasing your daily intake of fruits and vegetables moves you on the path towards improved health.  Your RD can help you find creative ways to add more fruits and vegetables to your day. For information, tips and ideas check out www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.gov

Got Dairy? Regardless of your age, bones need the important nutrients found naturally in foods such as milk, cheese, & yogurt.  It is never too late to add dairy products to your meals and snacks.   Visit www.3aday.org for related information.  Do you avoid milk?  You may be missing out on key nutrients. Schedule an appointment with an RD today for assistance in adding other sources of these key nutrients to your diet.

Heart Disease Does heart disease run in your family? Have you been told that you have high cholesterol?  Are you interested in improving your heart health? An RD can help you create a heart healthy meal plan.   The American Heart Association is one resource to compliment the advice of an RD.  www.americanheart.org   Diabetes Diabetes is a growing health concern. Food and lifestyle choices can help delay or prevent the onset of Type 2 diabetes.  An RD can work with you to create a plan to improve your health.   The American Diabetes Association is one resource to compliment the advice of an RD.  www.diabetes.org  Physical Fitness Research has proven engaging in at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity each day can greatly improve your health and well being.  An RD can create a plan balancing your nutrition needs with your physical fitness goals.  Do you believe it is too difficult to fit activity into your daily routine?  Visit the link below and get active today!      www.healthierus.gov

Make an appointment today!  Contact an RD in your area to become a healthier you. www.eatright.org   For Additional information on nurtition and health-related resources in Western Michigan, please visit the following; Kent County Health Department: www.accesskent.com Ottawa County Health Department: www.miottawa.org Meijer : www.meijerhealthyliving.com Michigan Dietetic Association: www.eatrightmich.org Ottawa County Wellness Coalition: www.gethealthyottawa.org