Did you know that dairy is considered its very own food group? Yes, along with fruit, vegetables, protein foods, and grains, dairy is one of the five major food groups. My Plate is a helpful tool to help us see what the food groups are and how much from each food group should fill our […]
5 Nutrition and Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults
Healthy eating can help your body and mind and improve quality of life as you age. Your overall health is impacted by genetics, environment, and behaviors. Some factors you can’t control, but others you can, such as healthy eating! But, the definition of healthy eating changes slightly as you age. As you get older, your […]
Fancy Some Fiber?
Fiber may not be the fanciest nutrient around, but it sure is an important one! Most Americans fall far short of their daily intake recommendations. How much do you get? Health experts recommend 25 grams per day for women and 38 grams per day for men up to age 50. Women and men older than […]
