Although no amount of added sugars is recommended, try to keep added sugars to no more than 10 grams in any one meal. Kids under 11 should not have added sugars. That's easier when you skip sugary drinks like soda, sports drinks, and energy drinks, and watch out for added sugars in sauces and snacks. Nutrition Facts Labels can help you compare and choose foods that are lower in added sugars. Start with one small change: swap a sugary drink for water. Learn more at #EatRealFood# #HealthyEating# #NutritionTips# #ChronicDiseasePrevention# #CDCHealth# #HealthyLiving#

Eating a variety of colorful vegetables and fruits is one of the simplest nutrition upgrades you can make. Aim for a mix of vegetables and fruit at meals. Fresh, frozen, or canned all count! Look for frozen and canned vegetables with no or low sodium. Frozen, dried, or canned fruits with no or very limited added sugars are also good options. Be sure to wash your hands before and after produce preparation. Thoroughly rinse your produce under running water before eating, even produce labeled as pre-washed. Start with one small change: add a vegetable or piece of fruit to your next meal. Learn more at #EatRealFood# #HealthyEating# #NutritionTips# #ChronicDiseasePrevention# #CDCHealth# #HealthyLiving#

New season, new emoji sticker pack! This fall, we’re keeping healthy eating simple. Start by making just one of these healthy choices: 🍂 Choose a high-quality, nutrient-dense protein food for your meal 🍂 Make half your meal fruits and vegetables 🍂 Prepare a whole food snack 🍂 Make a fiber-rich choice 🍂 Swap one sugary drink for water. You don’t have to overhaul your whole diet today. Just start with one healthy step and build over time. Save these stickers and use them to celebrate your one small step, whatever it is. Screenshot the emojis, then hold down + tap “add sticker” to save! #StartWithOne# #EatRealFood# #CozySeasonCheckIn#

Sharks thrive in the right habitat. You can, too. Healthy living isn't one big decision. It's the small choices you make every day. ✔️ Eat nutritious foods. ✔️ Be physically active. ✔️ Get enough quality sleep. ✔️ Stay up to date on recommended screenings. ✔️ Use broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. ✔️ Avoid all tobacco use. ✔️ Drink less alcohol. Together, these healthy choices can help reduce your risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers, and support a longer, healthier life. This #SharkWeek#, choose one healthy step. Small changes today can help protect your health for years to come. #SharkWeek# #ChronicDisease# #GetActive# #EatRealFood#

Healthy eating isn't about perfection. It's about making nutritious choices more often. Choosing more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, proteins, dairy, and healthy fats while limiting added sugars, highly processed foods, and foods high in saturated fats and sodium can help lower your risk for chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes and heart disease. No need to swim against the current—small changes add up. This #SharkWeek#, start with one healthy choice at a time. 🌊 Start with your next meal: Fill much of your plate with fruits and vegetables and prioritize fiber-rich whole grains. #SharkWeek# #ChronicDisease# #Nutrition# #CDCHealth# #EatRealFood#