March is Nutrition Month: Get a Real Deal On Your Meal
Myth or Fact: I need to avoid carbs if I want to lose weight.
If you guessed myth – you are correct! Yes, you may lose some weight after cutting carbohydrates from your diet, but this is often because you are eating less food. Carbohydrates are found in foods such as, whole grain breads, cereals, oatmeal, pasta, barley, fruit, vegetables and beans. These foods are a very important source of energy for our bodies and brain. Cutting out foods, such as breads, cereals, pasta and fruit can leave you bored and unhappy with your food choices, not to mention cranky. Next time you think about removing carbohydrates from your diet, focus instead on your portion sizes and healthier choices. For example, choose whole grain breads over enriched white breads. The best way to reach your healthy weight is to eat a variety of foods from the four food groups from Canada’s Food Guide. This is also the best plan for a healthy lifestyle.
March is Nutrition Month across Canada! This year’s Nutrition Month theme is about busting up nutrition myths. You can find nutrition information everywhere, such as on the internet, Facebook, Twitter, even from friends and family. The problem is, not all of the information is correct. Registered Dietitians are your most trusted source of nutrition information, so seek them out to Get the Real Deal on Your Meal!
The Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit offers many programs and events for you to learn more about healthy eating, meal planning, cooking, and more. These programs are given by Registered Dietitians. Right now, we are offering Grocery Store Tours and Food Skills Programs. Look out for posters, or visit our blog at www.ckphu.com to find out more about these amazing events, how to sign up and what else we will be offering. Don’t forget to “Like” our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CKPHU.
If you have any questions about healthy eating call 519-352-7270 to speak to a Registered Dietitian at the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit, or EatRight Ontario toll-free at
1-877-510-5102.