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#

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#

healthy eating leads to a healthy mind 🧠 We partnered with Blue Cross NC to host Pass the Plate for a friendly cooking competition where students pair up in teams to prepare a healthy meal! @BlueCrossNC | @ChefAlyssaCLT

the 3 greatest lies ever told about healthy eating: 1. eating healthy has to be expensive 2. eating healthy has to be boring 3. eating healthy means compromising on taste Learn to cook at home and dispel the myths yourself

New research by @Westat and @NatWICAssoc, supported by Healthy Eating Research, projects that WIC would need at least $8.55B in FY 2027 funding to support all eligible families seeking services. Explore the findings: