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Up one levelNourishing Notes fact sheets provide clear and accurate nutrition information, practical tips, and recipes from the Registered Dietitians at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. They are based on the most up-to-date science and cover a wide range of nutrition topics. Nourishing Notes fact sheets may be reproduced in their entirety and distributed without written permission.
- Did you know that there is no ideal weight for everyone of the same height? Learn about the Body Mass Index and how to use it to tell if you are at a healthy body weight.
- Each year, the Health Unit conducts a food cost survey in local grocery stores to calculate the cost of eating well in Windsor-Essex County according to sex and age. These costs are based on a healthy diet including a variety of foods from Canada’s Food Guide.
- "Fibre Facts" describes the two different types of fibre and their effects in the body. Take time to learn the recommended daily amount of fibre and how you can boost your fibre intake.
- "Facts on Fat" describes the different types of dietary fat and the effect that each has on blood cholesterol levels. Learn how to lower fat intake by making better choices from Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
- School-age children need balanced lunches that are appealing and satisfying to energize them for the day. Learn about packing quick, healthy, tasty, lunches that your kids will eat!
- Many diets are high in protein and promote themeselves as a quick and easy way to lose unwanted pounds. Do these diets really work? Are they a healthy way to lose weight? This fact sheet talks about the science behind these diets.
- More and more schools are announcing peanut-free or peanut-safe policies. This can make packing lunches a bit overwhelming as a parent. This fact sheets helps you to pack a peanut-safe lunch by offering ideas and tips for your child's lunchbox.
- It seems that almost every day you hear about a new and miraculous weight loss diet! How can you judge if the diet is healthy? This fact sheet has tips to help you rate the quality of a diet.
- "Stay Cool With More Fluid" describes ways the body loses fluid and provides tips on how to prevent dehydration. Learn how to monitor your hydration status and replace your fluid losses.
- This "Trail Mix Recipe" is a heart healthy, inexpensive, and a tasty mixture of cereal, pretzels, nuts, and fruit. Trail mix is a great snack to have on hand during busy days or when you are physically active.
- "Guidelines to Prevent Dehydration in Sport" outlines recommendations for recreation and sport organizations to support proper fluid intake by sport participants.