Welcome to the new blog on WUH which is written by a registered dietitian so you know you’re getting the most accurate nutrition information to make the best choices for your healthy eating lifestyle.
Earlier this year, the Senate declared September 2010 as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, bringing national attention to a growing epidemic among youth in the United States. Almost 32% of children and teenagers 2-19 are obese or overweight. Obese young children have an 80% chance of being obese adults and are more at risk for associated adult health problems including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, stroke, several types of cancer, and osteoarthritis.
Throughout the month of September, AOM as well as other organizations are focusing on programs and activities to promote healthy eating and physical activity among kids.
Over the years,I've come to learn that with most people, not all, but most, the issue of trying to lose weight lies in learning to control your actions and thoughts about food and your relationship with food.
Not just controlling calories and portion sizes. Mindful eating is a learned art that works very well for committed individuals whom have come to realize that they use food for other reasons than to nourish the body. I mean, really, isn't that why we are suppose to eat? To nourish our bodies? And we're recommended by health professionals to nourish it with nutrient rich foods. But that is only a small reason why we eat the way we do sometimes. Do you sometimes eat on 'autopilot'? Not paying attention to food or thought or bodily cues? It's all in the controlled thought process that involves Mindful Eating.
Wed., June 30th at 6:30 is session 3 of the Genesis and Reno County Growth Coalition's Summer Exercise Series. They have been awesome workouts. Wish it was three times a week, but guess they have to see how it goes participation-wise. Why should you attend? First, a free workout session with a personal trainer, wow, Joe Bradley knows how even the littlest movements done correctly can force you to use muscles you don't use. We use the whole field, green and track. Second, it's not a class that requires a minimum activity level. If you don't exercise much, just come and participate and do what you can. Exercise is always about starting slow and working up. Sure feels great after you know what you can accomplish with a little push from others. It's great to see community organizations promoting wellness and getting people active. Bring the kids too.
National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign promoted annually in March by The American Dietetic Association. The campaign focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating habits. This year’s theme slogan is EAT RIGHT.
Obviously, eating right means eating healthy, and eating healthy means following recommendations according to the Food Guide Pyramid, The Dietary Guidelines, and The American Heart Association. Eating right doesn’t have to be complicated. The major recommendations from all three organizations emphasizes fruit, vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy products, lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. Foods to limit are those high in saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, salt, and added sugars.
