March is National Nutrition Month®
Fuel for the Future
This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future.” Eating with sustainability in mind is a tasty way to nourish ourselves during every phase of life and protect the environment. The Louisiana WIC Program has Registered Dietitians Nutritionists that can help you and your family create healthy habits for every phase of life.
We’ve got you covered!
Each week Louisiana WIC will feature new tips for you and your family.
Week One: Eat with the environment in mind.
- Enjoy more plant-based meals and snacks.
- Click here for tips on how to enjoy vegetarian meals.
- Purchase foods with minimal packaging.
- Buy foods in season and shop locally when possible.
- Start a container or backyard garden to grow food at home.
- Click here for learn how to start your own container garden
- Louisiana WIC offers an online nutrition education lessons at wichealth.org.
Week Two: See a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
- Ask your doctor for a referral to an RDN or ask your local WIC clinic.
- Learn how nutrient needs may change with age.
- Receive personalized nutrition information to meet your health goals.
Week Three: Stay Nourished and Save Money
- Plan your meals and snacks.
- Click here for recipe ideas to try out with your family!
- Visit wichealth.org for online nutrition education lessons on “Planning Simple Meals and Snacks” and the eKicthen for recipes that use WIC approved foods as ingredients to prepare healthy meals and snacks.
- See what food you have at home before purchasing more.
- Visit wichealth.org for nutrition education lessons that can help you with “Making a Meal Plan” and “Maximizing Food Dollars”.
- Use a grocery list and shop sales when purchasing food.
- Click here to learn how to get the most out of grocery shopping
Week Four: Eat a Variety of Foods from All Food Groups.
- Include your favorite cultural foods and traditions.
- Avoid fad diets that promote unnecessary restrictions.
- Practice gratitude for your body by giving it the fuel it needs.
- Eat foods in various forms including fresh, frozen, and canned. Use all of your cash value benefits each month to purchase fresh, frozen, and canned vegetables and fruits.
- Visit wichealth.org for nutrition education lessons that can help you with “Be Healthy With Veggies and Fruits” and “Time To Eat! What’s On Your Plate?”
Ready to learn more about healthy eating!
Learn more about nutrition and healthy eating!
- National Nutrition Month Quiz – Test Your Knowledge
- Fuel for the Future Tip Sheet
Create a Grocery Game Plan by using the tools below.
Here are 31 tips to help you and your family eat right while on the run!
Learn tips for saving on healthier food options.
Nutrition Education Online - WICHealth.org
Are you interested in receiving your WIC nutrition education online?
Visit www.WICHealth.org to create your account. You will need an email address and your Louisiana WIC family ID number (your ID number can be found inside your food program guide or contact your local clinic). If you need assistance with starting an online nutrition education account, contact your local WIC clinic for more information.
Clinic Shout Outs
CareSouth, Baton Rouge, LA
Shout Out to CareSouth in Baton Rouge for hosting a line dancing fitness class during National Nutrition Month! This event also included colorectal cancer screenings, nutrition awareness, and heart health information. Way to go, CareSouth!
