The science of nutrition studies the relationship between diet and state of health and disease,and the way the body processes food until it is used or excreted and the role of ingested food in maintaining good health.Good nutrition is consuming the right foods,in the right proportion,and at the right time in the right amount.Good nutritional habits are an important part of maintaining good health.
Forget the grandiose, impossible New Year’s resolutions: The path to a healthier lifestyle begins one little habit at a time. Welcome to our 12 Healthy Habits program: Each month this year we’ll focus on one healthy practice that you’re probably already doing but want to do a bit more.
The plan challenges you to add a new habit each month, and by year-end, the accumulated effect will be a much healthier you. Here's what to expect, month by month:
January- Drink more water.
February- Make breakfast a priority.
March- Get more sleep.
April- Keep a food journal
May- Go for a walk.
June- Eat fruits and veggies.
July- Do unsize your plate.
August- Go meatless
September- Find a workout buddy
October- Savor your meals.
November- Unplug and unwind
December- Don’t skip meals.