The Brown County WNEP helps educate people about making healthy food choices and balancing that food intake with an adequate amount of physical activity.
Good nutrition starts with making healthy food choices. By balancing our food intake with a moderate amount of physical activity, we can maintain a healthy lifestyle. It is important to continue to educate ourselves about nutrition because our nutritional needs, as well as, the amount of activity we need changes as we age and as we experience different stages in our lives. The following related websites and publications can help us learn to enjoy a variety of foods and activities so that we make choices that will keep us healthy.
HealthierUs.gov - A website for parents on nutrition and fitness from the United States Department of Health and Human Services
MyPyramid Tracker - This site allows you to keep track of your physical activity and food intake to help you make adjustments for a healthier lifestyle.
Read Nutrition Labels Right - The United States Food and Drug Administration's guide to use and understand the nutrition facts label.
Nutrition.gov - Information on healthy eating and physical activity.
Free Handouts for Nutrition Education - A site that provides free nutritional education handouts for educational and non-profit purposes (only 25 copies allowed per person/organization).
eXtension.org - The latest news and resources from the University of Wisconsin - Extension for healthy living.
www.FruitsandVeggiesMatter.gov - Calculate the amount of fruits and vegetables you need based on age, gender and activity. Find recipes, learn how to add more variety to your diet and budget tips to eat healthy without breaking the bank.
