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Learn the recommended portion sizes for common foods and how to measure portions using household objects.
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Learn how to select food products that are better deals by using unit pricing.
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Use these guides for a healthier grocery shopping experience. Try the virtual Grocery Store Tour to help you make nutritious choices in each aisle.
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View videos demonstrating how to cut different fruits and vegetables, including cantaloupe, jalapeños, and winter squash.
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Get tips for choosing drinks that are lower in added sugars and calories.
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Explore ways to manage healthy food expenses when money is tight. Also see advice for Holiday Food on a Budget.
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Find basic information about fruits and vegetables, including how to clean, freeze, and eat them. Use the Fruits A-Z directory and Veggies A-Z directory to look up facts about a specific food. Read various methods on how to cook vegetables.
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Being physically active doesn’t mean you have to spend hours in the gym. Find suggestions to add more activity into your day to meet the 30 minutes of daily physical activity recommendation.