Nutrition:

Focus on fruits and veggies.
Get your calcium-rich foods.
Make half your grains whole.
Go lean with protein.
Watch your portion sizes.
Limit sugar sweetened beverages - drink water.
Choose to breastfeed.

Physical Activity:

At least 30 minutes per day for adults.
At least 60 minutes per day for children.
At least 5 days a week.
Everyday activities count (ex. yard work).
Incorporate activity into your day (walk at lunch).  
Decrease TV watching.

   Overweight & Obesity:

BE HEALTHY.

People who are overweight (Adults: BMI 25.0-29.9) or obese (Adults: BMI 30.0 or above) are at greater risk for many diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure diabetes, arthritis, and some cancers. Proper nutrition and physical activity are at the core of reducing overweight and obesity.

To find out how Arizona residents are doing with their health, see the Arizona 2006 Nutrition and Physical Activity Fact Sheet.

To find out how Arizonans plan to improve their health status, see the Arizona Nutrition and Physical Activity State Plan: A Comprehensive Plan to Reduce Chronic Disease & Obesity in Arizona.

The Arizona Smart Choice Program is part of an effort to prevent overweight and obesity in Arizona. The Arizona Department of Health Services has developed the Arizona Smart Choice Program to help restaurant customers identify healthy menu options. As awareness of the consequences of a poor diet and lack of physical activity spreads, more individuals are taking steps to manage their weight and improve their well being by making healthy choices when eating out.

To view information and tools to help businesses in Arizona have healthier worksites and healthier employees, see Healthy Arizona Worksites.