HMSA Eat Healthy

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At HMSA, we want to help you stay healthy. That’s why HMSA has launched the eat healthy campaign to encourage people to make smart eating choices.

The eat healthy campaign goes hand-in-hand with our go campaign, which encourages people of all ages to get up, get out and get active to increase their physical activity. Physical fitness is just one component of achieving health and wellness. Another important component is eating a balanced, nutritious diet.

A healthy diet can help you lose excess weight and maintain a healthy weight. Studies show that eating certain foods can help ward off cancer, manage diabetes, aid in digestion, lower cholesterol and high blood pressure, and give you more energy.

No matter how old you are or what your health status, you can benefit from making smarter food choices. We’re not saying you should never eat a hamburger or indulge in a malassada. It’s OK to treat yourself now and then. But adopting good eating habits can help make healthy eating part of your lifestyle instead of a chore.

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring or difficult. The eat healthy campaign will show you that you can prepare nutritious meals that are also flavorful and tasty for you and the entire family. And by making small changes, you can start making a big difference in the health of you and the ones you love.

The campaign will feature practical nutritional advice and tips that include:

  • The importance of eating foods that provide the best nutrition, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
  • Being aware of portion sizes.
  • Making healthier food substitutions when cooking or eating out at restaurants.
  • The importance of eating a nutritious breakfast.

Here’s what you can expect from HMSA’s eat healthy Campaign:

  • Healthy cooking demonstrations.
  • Web site updates with valuable tools to help you learn about proper nutrition, healthy eating tips, and recipes the entire family can enjoy.
  • Feature articles in Island Scene magazine and Island Scene Online.
  • Healthy eating messages in print and on radio and TV, including HMSA Now on digital cable channel 344.
  • Fun activities for the entire family to enjoy.

Stay tuned to HMSA’s eat healthy Campaign to learn how you can make healthy eating a natural part of your everyday life.