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NYSOFA highlights programs providing 22 million meals to older adults annually
ALBANY — New York State Office For the Aging’s monthly nutrition education show, “What’s Cooking with NYSOFA,” has gained nearly 2 million views on YouTube and Facebook as part of state and community-level SNAP-Ed NY program for older adults. During National Nutrition Month, NYSOFA reminds older New Yorkers and their families of the many state…
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Sleeping for just 3 to 5 hours daily may increase Type 2 diabetes risk: Study
PTI New Delhi, March 6 People who sleep for only three to five hours daily may be at a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to a study. The research, published in journal JAMA Network Open, also shows that chronic sleep deprivation cannot be compensated by healthy eating alone. “I generally recommend prioritising…
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Less Than 5 Hours Of Daily Sleep Raises Diabetes Risk Despite Healthy Eating: Study
When it comes to lowering diabetes risk, it’s not just about your diet, but your sleep time matters too. According to researchers of a new study, it’s high time you prioritize sleep, as those who consistently sleep less than five hours a day face an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, even with a healthy…
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EDMH celebrates National Nutrition Month with new dishes to help students learn more about nutrition
Event Management, Dining and Hospitality will have new dishes from 11:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday in Watterson Dining Commons along with opportunities for students to make informed food choices and develop healthy eating habits. This event is being held to celebrate National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign established by the Academy of Nutrition…
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Food City: Small changes go a long way in improving health
March celebrates National Nutrition Month with the goal to inspire people to think about how the foods we eat can impact energy, mood and overall health. Making changes to your eating pattern can be intimidating, but small changes go a long way in improving health. In honor of National Nutrition Month, try celebrating with the following…
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Childhood Obesity: 6 Ways to Keep Kids Away From Unhealthy Food Choices
Home Health Childhood Obesity: 5 Ways to Keep Kids Away From Unhealthy Food Choices Childhood obesity is a growing concern, but as parents and caregivers, there are essential steps one can take to support children towards healthier eating habits. Here are few that can help! Childhood Obesity: 6 Ways to Keep Kids Away From Unhealthy…
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Diet experts share top method for successful weight loss – and one food to quit
If you want to lose weight without restrictive fad diets, there’s one food you should ditch today. We all know how difficult it is to lose weight and with so much conflicting advice out there; it can be tough to know who and what to follow. While some healthy food plans do work, many are…
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Eating healthy on a budget
MADISON (WKOW) — Since grocery prices are still high, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to try to maintain a healthy diet. In honor of National Nutrition Month, UW Health nutritionist Camila Martin shared some ideas of how to eat healthy on a budget. She said in part — look for canned or frozen foods that…
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Kathy Kolasa: Look beyond the table to map out healthy eating habits
Happy March Nutrition Month. You may see lots of signs and messages and events to celebrate healthy eating this month. This column is my weekly celebration of healthy eating. Thanks for your loyal readership. I laugh when you tell me that you enjoy reading these articles even if you don’t follow my advice. I am…
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Dairy Council of California Releases Culturally Responsive Nutrition Resource for the Hispanic Community
SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dairy Council of California, a leader in nutrition education and advocacy, announced the release of a culturally responsive resource to support infant and toddler nutrition for Hispanic families. “Feeding Infants and Toddlers: Highlighting Hispanic Heritage Foods” was produced with $10,000 in project funding from the National Association…