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Nutrition

Nutrition is the heart of a healthy life.

The foods we eat are the foundation of our health. Good food choices can ward off chronic diseases and obesity, and improve the life of both adults and children.

Start your journey to better nutrition today. Check out the new USDA food pyramid, the More Matters program and other resources for a healthy life.

Where To Start

Eating Right
	Fruits & Veggies — More Matters: Getting more fruits and vegetables each day
	My Pyramid: The new USDA Food Pyramid customizes to your lifestyle
	American Dietetic Association: Information from food and nutrition experts
How to Lose and Manage Weight
	Weighing Right for Your Height: Setting your weight target
	Getting Active and Keeping Fit: Guidelines and information from the FDA

Nutrition Resources

Guides to Good Nutrition
	3 A Day and the National Dairy Council: Why dairy counts in your diet
	Healthy Habits for Healthy Kids: A nutrition guide for parents.
	Eat Right on the Run: Don't leave nutrition behind when you leave home.
	Nutrition Quiz: Test your knowledge of food facts.
	What’s on a Food Label?: Understanding nutrition when you shop.
	Recipes for healthy eating with your favorite foods.
	Folic acid is an important nutritional supplement for pregnant women.
How to Lose and Manage Weight
	Getting active and keeping fit: Guidelines and information from the FDA

Contact

Find out more
For more information about nutrition, contact our Nutrition Services division at 601-576-7941.


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Healthy Habits for Healthy Kids
Raising healthy kids is easy when the whole family gets involved

Nutrition on the Go
Healthy eating on the road and away from home

Brown Bagging With Style
Nutritious lunches on the go

Nutrition Quiz
A quick quiz on common nutrition facts