Healthy Eating

Steps for a Healthful Lifestyle

 A nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month®, held annually in March, focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. The theme for National Nutrition Month® 2025 is "Food Connects Us."

Food Connects Us

Food is a connecting factor for many of us. Food connects us to our cultures, our families and our friends. Sharing a meal is an opportunity to learn about its preparation, who made it and where the ingredients were sourced. Health, memories, traditions, seasons and access can all impact our relationship with food. While these factors influence the foods we eat, the foods we eat also affect our health.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) and Nutrition and Dietetics Technicians, Registered (NDTRs) play a critical role in helping people understand the connection between the foods individuals and communities eat, and how these foods impact health throughout life.

National Nutrition Month® Tips

Connect with Food

• Learn cooking, food preparation and meal planning skills
• Explore where your food comes from
• Learn about community resources such as SNAP, WIC, and local food banks

Connect with a Nutrition Expert

• Ask your doctor for a referral to an RDN
• Find an RDN who specializes in your unique needs
• Receive personalized nutrition information to meet your health goals

Explore the Connection Between Food and Culture

• Experiment with recipes using different ingredients or cooking techniques
• Include your favorite cultural foods and traditions or try new global flavors
• Enjoy your meals with family or friends, when possible

Build the Connection Across All Stages of Life

• Learn how nutrient needs may change with age
• Include healthful foods from all food groups
• Focus on balanced and sustainable eating habits