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Healthy Living
Healthy eating is about personal choice. Many are choosing a healthier lifestyle and in turn, are complimenting that lifestyle change with healthier meal and snack choices. Many companies are offering healthy alternatives to their product lines that incorporate the latest health trends such as lower fat contents, higher fibre, low carbohydrates, and increased vitamins and health benefits.

A healthy diet includes all foods. Variety is important because no one food can provide all the nutrients the body needs for optimal health. Try new foods to tantalize your taste buds and vary your nutrient intake. In Nova Scotia, we are extremely fortunate to have a vast number of fresh products grown, harvested, and produced in our province, including many organic alternatives. For healthy eating, using fresh seasonal ingredients, look for labels and promotions in your local supermarkets that are featuring local products and visit your local farmers markets. You will notice the difference in taste and quality when you chose products that are fresh.

• Try to choose fluid milk for about half of the food guide servings, or 1-2 glasses per day
• Go for lower fat milk products more often
• Keep thinking of vegetables - make them centre stage on your plate
• Go for fruit more often - as a snack or dessert, or as a thirst-quenching juice
• Aim to add one more serving of whole grains to your daily routine from the wide variety available — breakfast cereals, breads, even whole wheat pasta
• To meet iron needs, women should pay more attention to this food group, particularly the iron-rich meats
• When choosing processed meats, look for the leaner ones

Health Canada
NS Health Promotion
National Institute of Nutrition

For healthy meal suggestions, be sure to check out our seasonal recipes this month! We are working to bring you recipes each month that feature Nova Scotia seasonal agriculture and fish products. And, remember, food should be fun, enjoy!

Recipes and Tips

• Agri-Food
• Fish/Seafood