For Coordinators
Eat a red apple today. Visit the recipe section of
www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov
to search for delicious apple recipes.
Increasing physical activity now can help prevent holiday weight
gain. Before doing your holiday shopping, try walking briskly
around the mall for 30 minutes.
It's National Hand Washing Awareness Week. That way you'll keep
winter colds away. Coordinator's
Tip # 1
Brave the cool weather and get outside. Go for a brisk 30-minute
walk with co-workers during breaks.
It's National Gazpacho Day. Try making gazpacho by searching for
it on the
www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov
recipe
database.
When holiday shopping, park your car away from the mall and walk
to the entrance. When you're loaded down with bags, walk to your
car, drop off your packages, and head back in. Don't forget to
keep a piece of fruit in your bag for some quick shopping energy.
Having a hard time including physical activity into your day?
Why not schedule physical activity on your calendar? Remember
to keep this appointment.
Try making nutritious new recipe by searching "sweet potatoes"
on the
www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov
recipe
database.
Physical activity is important, but so is stretching. Here
are* some easy stretches that you can do at your desk.
Do you know what fruit is featured
this month?
It's a great day for ice cream! Top your low-fat ice cream with
berries and bananas.
Celebrate National Bouillabaisse Day by trying this tasty recipe.
Bouillabaisse Recipe
National Lemon Cake Day. For a tasty lemon recipe, check out the
recipe database at
www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov.
The holidays are around the corner. Are you ready to avoid the
holiday bulge? Coordinator Tip
#2
December is a great time to try out a new winter sport. Ice skating,
snow shoeing, or cross-country skiing are all good ways to expand
your mind and get some exercise.
Visit CDC's Fruits & Veggies—More Matters web site at
www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org*
for great information on how to select, prepare, and enjoy great
root vegetables.
Bring a colorful vegetable platter to work to celebrate the
holidays. Substituting fruits and vegetables for other higher
calorie options can help maintain your weight during the holidays.
Not into winter outdoor activities? Try indoor swimming, a low-impact
aerobics class, or dancing lessons for a fun new way to get physically
active.
Eat two extra servings of fruits and veggies by adding fruits
and vegetables to foods you are already eating. To learn how,
visit www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov .
Start the week off right: do physical activity BEFORE you go to work. Coordinator's
Tip #3
Make physical activity a part of your holiday gatherings. Go for
an after-dinner walk with family and friends after enjoying a
healthy meal.
Celebrations are in full swing, but that doesn't mean indulging
has to bring bulging. Bring a healthy treat for your family and
friends at the next gathering. Search for many healthy recipes
at
www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov.
Take a break from the holiday sweets and eat some fresh fruit.
Need an idea for some in-season fruits? Check out
www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov
for nature's sweets.
Don't pay the neighbor's kid to shovel your driveway and sidewalks.
Do it yourself to get physically fit and save money. Coordinator's
Tip #4
It's important to put a variety of colors on your plate. Visit
www.fruitsandveggiesmorematter.gov for some colorful ideas.
Go out dancing. It's a great way to bring in the New Year, and
a fun way to add physical activity into your celebration.
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