Nutrition Tips

• Eat at least 5 Fruits and Vegetables each day.
  
• Drink at least 6 to 8 glasses (8oz) of water per day.
  
• Stay away from FAD diets.
  
• Exercise a minimum of 30 minutes 3-5 times per week.

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Recipes

• Veggie Burritos
• Quick Bean Dip

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Links

Dietetic Associations (external links; will open in new window)

• The American Dietetic Association
• Austin Dietetic Association
• Corpus Christi Dietetic Association
• Dallas Dietetic Association
• Houston Area Dietetic Association
• Texas Dietetic Association

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Feature Article

Why heat up the kitchen...
cook the entire meal on the grill!

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Find a Dietitian

A registered/licensed dietitian is a trained health professional who can translate the science of nutrition into a program specific to an individual's preferences, health status and life-style.

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Bexar County Health Collaborative

A network of citizens, community organizations and businesses whose mission is to improve the health status of the community through collaborative means.

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Make Healthy Choices

• Be realistic - Make small changes over time in what you eat and the level of activity you do.
• Be adventurous - Expand your tastes to enjoy a variety of foods.
• Be flexible - Go ahead and balance what you eat and the physical activity you do over several days.
• Be sensible - Enjoy all foods, just don't overdo it. A healthy eating plan can – and should – include all the foods you like.
• Be active - Walk the dog, don't just watch the dog walk.

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