Not only does the month of March signify Spring, but it also represents National Nutrition Month. So while you put away your heavy winter clothes, you can also shred a few winter pounds. National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that educates and informs people every March on the importance of making good food choices and developing physical activity habits. It teaches individuals how to eat a balanced diet and how to read nutrition facts labels. By consuming fewer calories, getting daily exercise, and making educated food choices you can manage your weight successfully and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

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