March is Nutrition Month!

Nutrition Month 2020's theme is More than Food.

Food has an immense potential to enhance lives and improve health. The Dietitians at Windsor Regional Hospital challenge you to think about how, where and when we eat, not only what we eat, as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle.

View the MORE THAN FOOD 2020 presentation to learn more about:

Intuitive eating
New Canada’s Food Guide
Tips for eating on a budget
The importance of eating meals with others
Food safety
Exercise

Take the quiz below for a chance to win a $50 gift card to President’s Choice Grocery Gift Card!

1. The new Canada Food Guide suggests toa. Take time to eat
b. Cook more often
c. Eat meals with others
d. All of the above

2. It is the parent’s responsibility to decide what foods to offer their child, and it is the child’s decision to determine how much to eat.a. True
b. False

3. Which of the following is true about food safety?a. Set your fridge at 6C or lower.
b. Keep hot foods at or above 60C.
c. Raw meat should be stored at the top of your fridge.

4. Why is it important to eat meals with others?a. Models positive eating behaviours for children.
b. People tend to eat more fruits and vegetables when eating with others.
c. Improves self-esteem and decreases the risk of disordered eating patterns.
d. Provides the opportunity to share food traditions across generations and cultures.
e. All of the above.

5. Which of the following is not a principle of Intuitive Eating?a. Reject the diet mentality.
b. Honour your hunger.
c. Cope with your feelings by using food.
d. Make peace with food.

6. Which of the following are tips for eating on a budget?a. Plan meals in advance.
b. Make a grocery list.
c. Enjoy leftovers.
d. Cook more at home and try seasonal recipes.
e. All of the above.

7. What are some ways to eat with others more often?a. Plan a weekly dinner with extended family or friends.
b. Eat lunch with coworkers at work or friend at school.
c. Participate in community events.
d. All of the above.

8. Foods should be categorized as "Good" or "Bad"a. True
b. False

9. What are some of the benefits of exercise?a. Improves mood and self-esteem
b. Improves cardiovascular health
c. Improves strength, balance, appetite regulation and sleep quality
d. Help maintain and build muscle and strength
e. All of the above

10. What strategies are most effective at dealing with stress and emotions?a. Making time for self-care (eg. going for a walk or socializing with friends).
b. Getting enough sleep and exercise.
c. Avoid the stressors at all cost and order takeout.
d. Identify your emotional triggers and set SMART goals.