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Registered Dietitians…

 Bring Food and Nutrition

Who is a Registered Dietitian?

Registered dietitians are food and nutrition experts who translate the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living. The expertise, training and credentials that back a registered dietitian are vital for promoting positive lifestyle choices

Trust a Registered Dietitian

When you need food and nutrition information based on fact or need to know how a healthy diet improves health and fights disease— rely on qualified professionals in the field.

RD=Expert

Registered dietitians know the science of nutrition. They have degrees in nutrition, dietetics, public health or a related field from well-respected, accredited colleges and universities.

Looking for a Registered Dietitian?

When you need trusted, accurate, timely and practical nutrition advice, seek the services of a registered dietitian. To find a registered dietitian in your area, visit www.eatright.org and click on “Find a Registered Dietitian.“ 

Expertise to the Table

Registered dietitians draw on their experience to develop a personalized nutrition plan for people of all ages. They are able to separate facts from fads and translate nutritional science into information you can use. A registered dietitian can put you on the path to lowering your weight, eating healthfully and reducing your risk of chronic disease.

Thank You to all the Bridgeport Hospital Registered Dietitians and Registered Dietetic Technicians for your hard work and commitment to providing our patients and the community exceptional care.

March is National Nutrition Month®.   National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign that is created annually by the American Dietetic Association. The campaign focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

The theme for March 2010 is “Nutrition From the Ground Up.”  The key to a healthful diet is improving your nutrition from the ground up.  When planning a diet, most people have no idea what to do and what to eat.  An easy way to get started, is to just focus on improving your eating habits and adding exercise into your daily activity.  Start slowly from the ground up by building a good foundation, working toward a healthier happier lifestyle. 

Here area few tips

1.  Increase the amount of fruits and vegetables you eat daily.

2.  Focus on eating only multi-grain breads, cereals, pastas etc.

3.  Increase your daily fiber intake to 30 g/day.

4.  Eat more nuts and beans.

5.  Eat low-fat dairy.

6.  Eat two vegetarian meals/week.

7.  Increase the Omega 3′s in your diet – eat fish twice a week, add flax seed to your oatmeal, use olive oil instead of butter.

8.  Don’t drink your calories.

9.  Exercise 150 – 300 minutes/week.

10.  Make calories count by focusing on foods with more vitamins, minerals and nutrients.

Improve your nutrition from the ground up.