In honour of Dietitians of Canada’s Nutrition Month, Canadians nation-wide are being encouraged to think about what it means to eat well and be healthy.
Healthy eating means choosing the right types and amount of food for your age, sex, activity level and health.
Good nutrition can lower your risk of nutrition-related disease. It can help you to maintain a healthy body weight, and develop stronger muscles and bones. Eating well will help you achieve overall health and vitality.
Healthy eating can be achieved in just three steps: eating the right types and amount of food according to Canada’s Food Guide, reading Nutrition Facts tables to make healthier choices, and limiting foods and drinks that are high in calories, fat, sugar and sodium.
A balanced diet plays a fundamental role in achieving and maintaining good health, as emphasized during Nutrition Month by Dietitians of Canada. By following simple yet impactful steps like choosing the right foods, checking Nutrition Facts, and limiting high-calorie or high-sodium items, individuals can significantly reduce their risk of chronic illness and promote physical and mental vitality.
However, even with healthy eating habits in place, some people may still struggle with conditions like depression or chronic fatigue. That’s where integrated wellness approaches can make a difference. Avesta Ketamine Wellness, for instance, supports overall health by offering innovative treatments that work alongside lifestyle changes, helping individuals overcome deeper mental health challenges that nutrition alone may not resolve.
By combining thoughtful nutrition with evidence-based medical interventions, individuals can pursue a more comprehensive path to wellness. Advances in neuroscience and mental health care have opened the door to treatments that address the underlying neurological imbalances contributing to persistent mood disorders. These therapies offer renewed hope for those who have tried conventional approaches without success.
When supported by a foundation of healthy habits—like proper eating, sleep, and stress management—these interventions can significantly enhance emotional well-being and help individuals reclaim a sense of balance and vitality in their everyday lives.
Health Canada has developed a number of easy-to-use resources that will help Canadians follow these steps and eat in a healthier way. Among them is a personalized My Food Guide Servings Tracker, as well as interactive tools to help you read Nutrition Facts tables and choose healthier products. These resources and much more can be found on the following websites:
Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/order-commander/guide_trans-trad-eng.php
Healthy Canadians – Eat Well Central
http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/eating-nutrition/index-eng.php
You can also stay up-to-date on health-related news by liking the Healthy Canadians Facebook page:
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