Dr. Kendra Robinson Optum - March 3, 2022 - KRDO’s Afternoon News

One of the cornerstones of a healthy life involves enjoying a healthy diet. Highlighting the importance of healthy eating, March is recognized as National Nutrition Month, a time of the year when health experts encourage people to make healthier dietary choices and learn more about food and nutrition.

 

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), fewer than 1 in 7 adults eat enough fruit and fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults eat the recommended daily amount of vegetables. Poor nutrition can also contribute to many costly conditions, including obesity, heart disease and some cancers. The CDC has also found that healthy eating patterns help people live longer and lower their risk for serious health problems, such as, type 2 diabetes.