The Truth on Health

When ordering in, watch your portion sizes! Rather than eating straight from the container, separate out what you will eat and put the rest away. That way you will be aware of how much you consume.

Get fishy. Try fish as a main dish - baked and broiled are best.

Fruits and vegetables are the best way to get important vitamins and nutrients, like vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium and fiber, into your body. It is hard to understand the importance of fruits and vegetables, and it is sometimes even harder to learn to like how they taste. But fruits and vegetables can be fun to explore, prepare and eat! Give them a try--you may even find a new favorite food!

Have your family add fruits and vegetables to your favorite cooked or baked dishes. Add veggies in pasta sauce, lasagna, casseroles, soups, and omelets. Mix fresh or frozen berries into pancakes, waffles or muffins.

Get at least 9 hours of sleep every night.

Take your veggies for a dip! Try carrots, cucumbers, broccoli, cauliflower or celery, and dip your favorites into low-fat or fat-free dressing.