Teton County Wyoming

Public Health

Nutrition

  1. Why nutrition is important
    1. Key Recommendations
    2. Unhealthy diet and eating is one of the leading causes of death in the US.
    3. The average American diet is too high in saturated fat, sodium, and sugar; and too low in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and fiber.
    4. Experts agree that a poor diet increases the risk of many diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, osteoporosis, and certain types of cancer.
  2. Guidelines, Tips
    1. The United States Department of Agriculture Guidelines: CDC offers tips on including nutritious foods in your daily life. http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/nutrition/nutrition_for_everyone/quick_tips/fruit_vegetable.htm
    2. My Pyramid; website that offers you a personal eating plan, as well as tips and resources on health and nutrition.
    3. Building a Better Food Pyramid…What Should We Eat?? Guidelines, explanations, and tips from Harvard School of Public Health
    4. Eat Your Fruits and Veggies; information, family resources, meal planning, recipes
    5. Chart of “Foods that Pack a Nutritional Punch”, to help you make smart decisions to eat wholesome, balance, nutrient-packed foods and snacks.


Mission Statement
Promote, provide for and protect the health and well being of our community and environment.

Our Vision is: An optimal environment in which our community can flourish.

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10/21-10/22 : Certified Pool Operator (R) Class
Location: Public Health Building
Time: 8:30 - 4:30
Contact : Sara Budge; 307-732-8490;
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