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May Coordinator's Tips

#1
As part of celebrating National Women's Health Week, encourage women of all ages to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables. Don't forget to visit www.4woman.gov for more information on how to participate, spread the word, host an event, and get additional resources.

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#2
Americans are spending more time at work than ever before. Encourage your audience to not only eat healthy, but start or continue a physical activity program. Many worksites are now offering walking trails or a workout center.

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#3
National High Blood Pressure Awareness month... educate about the preventive effects. Encourage the "DASH diet." Visit the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to find out more on the DASH eating plan and download the step by step guide.

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#4
Many Americans think green salad is the only convenient way to eat vegetables. Add broccoli, carrots, peppers, tomatoes, oranges and other fruits and vegetables to a salad. Showcase convenience items such as baby carrots and cherry tomatoes as quick and easy snacks that help achieve the goals for fruit and vegetable intake.

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