The theme for Nutrition Month 2023 is to Unlock the Potential of Food and practice healthy eating habits to take care of ourselves and our families. Good nutrition and healthy eating help us live longer and live healthier. They help manage weight, improve digestion, promote mental health and prevent chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancers. 

Make the most of Nutrition Month by following the recommendations in Canada’s Food Guide, such as planning meals, cooking more often and involving your kids in the kitchen. Include physical activity along with your nutritious eating habits, helping you achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. You can also subscribe to Canada’s Food Guide updates for health information and recipes to keep unlocking the potential of food throughout the year.

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit also has information highlighting ways to get involved in Nutrition Month 2023 throughout the Thunder Bay District and includes resources for recipe sharing, stretching your food dollar and more.