Nutrition

1.    Calorie Counter Tool

Use the calorie calculator to estimate the number of calories your body needs to maintain your current weight.

2.    Body Mass Index Calculator

This BMI calculator calculates body mass index from your Weight and Height and also shows how your weight compares to others of the same height and age.

3.   Healthy Family Home

Use this site to help improve your home environment and jumpstart healthy habits that will lead to a healthier way
of living.  This site supports and encourages the whole family in making nurturing, wholesome choices throughout each day.

You can also download a free Healthy Family Home Starter Kit, a convenient booklet full of family fun activities and information for the entire home on play, eating healthy and family time.

4.    Action Guide for Healthy Eating *

Free printable guidebook that offers healthful tips for changing eating habits. Tips include how to lower the fat, increase fruits and vegetables, and increase whole grains in your diet.

5.    American Dietetic Association *

Information on a variety of nutrition topics, including daily tips for healthier eating, fad diets, and links to registered dietitians in your area.

6.    5-A-Day Fruits & Vegetables *

Provides information on the benefits and tips for incorporating fruits and vegetables into your diet, including recipe ideas.

7.   Farm Fresh Atlas of Southeastern Wisconsin

Focused on the Milwaukee Metro Area, this publication lists farms looking to sell their products directly to customers.  It also has a comprehensive list of area farmers' markets.  Click here to read a release on the Farm Fresh Atlas.

 

* These external hyperlinks were provided by the Department of Health and Family services (http://dhfs.wisconsin.gov/health/physicalactivity/links.htm) and provided for your information and for the benefit of the general public. The Department of Health and Family Services does not testify to, sponsor, or endorse the accuracy of the information provided on externally linked pages.