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Health Promotion (HP)
2073 Barnett Ave., 703.784.3780/2869
NUTRITION CLASS
Wed, 3 Apr, 1130-1230 BPAC HP CLASSROOM
Learn how to improve your diet and have more energy!
Topics include how to boost your metabolism and other
weight management techniques. Free to DoD ID card
holders. Walk-ins welcome, but registration preferred.
*Nutrition classes are also available by request for
interested units or offices aboard MCB Quantico.
United States Department of Agriculture
MYPLATE.GOV
Start simple and take healthy eating one step at a time.
Focus on whole fruits Vary your veggies Vary your protein routine
Include fruit at breakfast!
Top whole-grain cereal
with your favorite fruit, add
berries to pancakes, or mix
dried fruit into hot oatmeal. Cook a variety of colorful
veggies. Make extra
vegetables and save some
for later. Use them for a
stew, soup, or a pasta dish. Next taco night, try adding
a new protein, like shrimp,
beans, chicken, or beef.
Make half your grains
whole grains Move to low-fat or
fat-free milk or yogurt Add brown rice to your
stir-fry dishes. Combine your
favorite veggies and protein
foods for a nutritious meal. Enjoy a low-fat yogurt
parfait for breakfast. Top
with fruit and nuts to get in
two more food groups. Drink and eat less sodium,
saturated fat, and
added sugars
Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Go to ChooseMyPlate.gov for more information.
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Cook at home and read
the ingredients to
compare foods.
MPMW Tipsheet No. 14
December 2018
Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
Visit myplate.gov for valuable resources to include
meal planning tools, making healthy food choices, and
more!