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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2003-03-05, Page 24PAGE 24. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2003. Nutrition month targets women’s healthy eating challenges March is National Nutrition Month. Dietitians of Canada released the results of the report on Healthy Eating Challenges Facing Women as part of the annual public awareness campaign. The survey reveals challenges and concerns women aged 24-45 from across the country are experiencing as they try to make healthy food choices. Not surprisingly, lack of time to plan, purchase and prepare healthy foods that family members will enjoy is the number one con­ cern. Achieving a healthy weight is also important as a personal health issue. In addition, the results show that women are looking for tips to incor­ porate more vegetables, fruit and grain products into their meals. “The findings clearly indicate that women need knowledge and skills to adopt healthy eating choices for themselves and their families”, says Kayla Glynn, RD, public health nutritionist with the Huron County Health Unit. When women struggle with weight control, they tend to avoid certain foods, then miss out on ke> nutrients.Dietitians recommend that instead of leaving out foods or skip­ ping meals, women should start with small, realistic changes that can become lifetime habits. Dietitians also point out that women need to better understand portion sizes and should add>regular physical activity every day. Glynn said it’s important for women to overcome healthy eating challenges as they are susceptible to heart disease, cancer, diabetes and osteoporosis; choosing healthy foods and maintaining a healthy weight are crucial in the prevention and management of these chronic diseases. Other survey highlights indicate that women are concerned about fat, calories and calcium intake. Dietitians report that many women feel they lack meal planning and cooking skills. In addition, the high cost of eating well for some people is a common concern. There is local evidence from an annual survey conducted by the health unit that food costs are increasing. Between 1998 and 2002, there was a 13 per cent increase in the cost of basic food in the county. For a family of four, the weekly cost of the nutritious food basket in Huron County was $125 65 in 2002 compared to $119.93 the previous year. One solution to the high cost of food is the Huron Good Food Box. A growing number of families are purchasing the Good Food Box, a co-operative bulk purchasing of high quality fruits and vegetables. Helen Miller, co-ordinator, says, “Families can substantially stretch their food dollar by saving up to 40 per cent of the cost of fresh pro­ duce.’’For more information on the Good Food Box, contact Miller at 482-3416 ext. 312. The Huron County Health Unit recommends the following tips to deal with healthy eating challenges: Time - Planning Healthy Meals: - At a family meeting, list all the foods everyone likes so you have ideas for your shopping list. - Write out a weekly menu before grocery shopping. - Keep the necessary ingredients for your four most frequently served supper meals on your staple list. - Encourage family members to suggest new recipe ideas and give them a try. - Cook for leftovers. That way, you’ll have something ready for packed lunches or to leave as a microwave after-school snack. - Try new foods and become a role model for your children. Achieving and Maintaining Healthy Weights: - Set a realistic goal. Do it for you and nobody else. Find support from your family, friends, counsellors or weight control groups. - Start your day with breakfast and don’t skip meals. - Measure the size of the portions you normally serve and compare to those suggested in Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating. - Choose more fruits and vegeta­ bles and meat alternatives, such as dried peas, beans, lentils, and soy products. - Be physically active every day. Walking is an inexpensive form of exercise and a good start for people who have been inactive. Fitting in the Four Food Groups: - Keep the fruit bowl full and have yogurt, hard-cooked eggs and pre­ washed raw vegetables in the refrigerator. - Stock your freezer with frozen vegetables and cupboards with vegetable and 100 per cent fruit juice and fruit canned in juice as additional quick easy choices. - Make easy preparation recipes like stew or chili and add canned chick peas or beans to your recipe. - Enjoy a bowl of whole-grain cereal and milk for a nutritious snack. Visit the Dietitians of Canada Nutrition Month website starting March 1 at www.dietitians.ca/eatwell and try out the newest interactive resource, One Day @ a Time. This site provides healthy eating advice and tips for common situations women find themselves in on a daily basis. Other features include: a Menu Planner, Nutrition Challenge Quiz, Virtual Kitchen, Tip of the Day and Nutrition Profile. You can contact a. dietitian through the Huron County Obituaries JAMES LEISHMAN James “Jim” Leishman of Clinton and formerly of Belgrave passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Friday, Feb. 28, 2003. He was in his 83rd year. He was the beloved husband of Ruby (Wilson) Leishman and dear father of Frank, Ann, Jim, Jean, Lois, June, Joan and Allan. He was also the loving grandfather of 26 grandchildren and 26 great-grand­ children. He was predeceased by sons John and Bobby Joe and three grandchildren. The family received friends at the McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, Cambria Road at East Street, Goderich on Saturday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral service was held at the funeral home on Sunday after­ noon at 3 p.m. Rev. Sharon Willis- Whitwell officiated. Interment will be in Colborne Cemetery. Donations to Town and Country Support Services will be gratefully acknowledged. WINNIFRED WHEELER Winnifred Wheeler, age 88, of London, beloved wife of the late Goldie Wheeler, passed away at London Health Sciences Centre on Friday, Feb. 28, 2003. She was the loving mother of Health Unit at 482-3416 or if long distance, 1-877-837-6143. You can also contact a dietitian through your local hospital or the Grand Bend and Area Community Health Centre. George Wheeler and his wife Joan of Truro, Nova Scotia, Bill Wheeler and his wife Kathi of London, and Ann Romyn and her husband Dirk of Halifax, Nova Scotia. She was the cherished grandmother of Roger and Jamie Wheeler of Vancouver, Jennifer and Brian Wheeler of London, and Jarrod and Corey Romyn of Halifax. She was predeceased by brother Clifford Cunningham Lane and will be remembered fondly by sisters Romelda Heard of Sidney, British Columbia, Hilda Lane of Ashfield Twp., sisters-in-law Mabel Wheeler of Belgrave and Velma Pickell of Vancouver. She-was a long-time member of Metropolitan United Church and active in its UCW and the Time-Out program. From 1931 to 1934 she was a school teacher at the old vil­ lage school in Belgrave and the West Board School in Orillia. Interment will be held at a later date. A memorial service will be held at the McBurney Funeral Home in Wingham, Ontario at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 7. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the chari­ ty of your choice. Business Jacquie Gowing Accounting Services Computerized Accounting & Income Tax Preparation Personal, Farm, Business & Corporate • Monthly Bookkeeping Services • Electronic Tax Filing < 887-9248 J ( INSTANT FAX A AS F.A.S.T AS PHONE Send your paperwork by FAX instantly) eg. statements, contracts, auction ads, favorite recipes, obituaries, messages... The Citizen has a FAX machine in our office that lets you contact any other FAX machine in the world... instantly. 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