Nutrition

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Nutrition

Nutrition

Healthy eating helps maintain a healthy body weight as well as improve energy, concentration, and academic success. Unfortunately, during college it is common for our eating habits to decline (snacking late, eating more, not drinking enough water, etc.) but they do not have to. Balancing your diet with the proper nutrients and activity will together promote better health.

In the United States, we are eating more and exercising less. As a result, over 66% of the adult population (age 18 and older) are overweight; over a third of which are obese. North Carolina ranks 12th in the nation for obesity. Obesity is a risk factor for many diseases, such as heart disease, some cancers and diabetes. You can take action to prevent from becoming a statistic.

Nutritional Counseling
You can make an appointment to speak with a Registered Dietician by calling 919-515-7107. Health educators are also available for individual consultation regarding healthy eating and weight loss. When necessary referrals may be made to a health care provider and/or the Registered Dietician.

Ask the Dietician your personal questions via email.

Weight Loss Support
Choose TWO - Take Weight Off is new this fall. Join our weekly weight loss support group tthat assist students in successfully losing and keeping off the pounds whether it's 10 pounds, 30 pounds or more. It includes step-by-step nutrition and exercise plans along with professional guidance and motivational encouragement for change. Join our chapter anytime during the year for success, support, fun and new friendships.

Health-E Tips

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fat	fast food	fiber	serving sizes
snacks	food pyramid	vitamins & minerals	healthy recipes
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