Whole Person Health Ministry

Eating Well

My Pyramid from the United States Department of Agriculture 

http://www.mypyramid.gov

This a wonderful interactive site for adults and children to learn about and create personal eating plans, making smart choices, balancing food and physical activity, getting the most nutrition out of you calories and staying within your daily calorie needs.  MyPyramid food patterns are designed for the general public ages 2 and over. They are not therapeutic diets for specific health conditions, or for pregnancy or lactation. Those with a chronic health condition should consult with a health care provider to find a dietary plan that is right for them.

 Nutrition Fact Sheets from A-Z from the American Dietetic Association

www.eatright.org

 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 §         The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services creates Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Several excellent resources are available here: http://www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/  .We recommend starting with this helpful brochure on the site.

Finding Your Way to A Healthier You

Finding Your Way to A Healthier You
 This brochure offers basic guidelines for eating a healthy diet and being physically active. Learn how to make smart choices from every food group, find your balance between food and physical activity, and get the most nutrition out of your calories.

  • Meetings at the St. Margaret Mary Church

                        Overeaters Anonymous
                        Saturday am at 9am
                        For more information about Overeaters Anonymous: http://www.oa.org/index.htm

                        Group Weight Loss Program
                        Starting January 17, 2008
                        Every Thursday offered at both at 9am and 6pm