The Healthy Choice More people wish they could eat healthier,
but often times many tell themselves that they can’t. Whether
it’s because we’re in a rush, on a tight budget, or aren’t the
greatest of cooks, we relegate ourselves to eating fast food
value meals, instant noodle bowls and other junk foods. March is
National Nutrition Month, during which the Academy of Nutrition
and Dietetics annually focuses on pointing out good food choices
to sustain a balanced diet and encourage physical activity
routines in order to promote good health, according to its
website www.eatright.org. And this month’s celebrated theme is
“Eat Right with Color.” As a way to enhance meals, eating a
variety of colorful fruits and vegetables will provide the body
with an array of nutrients and create a healthy diet, according
to the academy. With more than 40 types of fruits and 35
different vegetables, there is something that everyone will
enjoy, John Featherstone, health instructor and football coach,
said. He also said students shou