Even though most people agree that healthy eating is important, doing so may seem almost impossible when money is tight and time is short, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
A recent American Dietetic Association consumer survey found that most people consider convenience to be the biggest factor in selecting a meal. Now, however, the economic recession also is causing people to limit the amount of money they spend at restaurants.
During March, the ADA has chosen “Eat Right!” as its theme for National Nutrition Month. Reames offers a number of ideas to help people eat right this month and any time.