Food and Nutrition Resoures for Families
Food and Nutrition for Black Female Adolescents
Nutrition is a significant part of managing our health and wellness as people.
When managing obesity, access to nutritious food options is critical for treatment and progress, especially for Black female teens navigating mutiple barriers.
Food Supports
Nutrition and Black Female Wellness Support
making Food & Nutrition Choices
Plate-by-plate
The Plate-By-Plate-Approach
- A Method created by a Registered Dietitian
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Key Components:
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50% Grains/Starches: Bread, rice, pasta, or potatoes.
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25% Protein: Meat, fish, tofu, beans, or eggs.
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25% Fruits/Vegetables: Raw or cooked.
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Add-ons: A serving of dairy (milk, yogurt) and healthy fats (avocado, oils, nuts) are included.​​
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Making Food & Nutrition Choice: Nutrition guide
​Nutrition and Health Guides for Teens
A guide for teenagers from a division of the National Institute of Health.
making Food & Nutrition Choices - choose my plate
​​Choose My Plate
​- Create a Personalised Plate for yourself based on your individual factors/background
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*REMEMBER these are estimates; please consult your healthcare team about your individual needs,​
Black Girls eat
This site seeks to be a supportive space for Black adolescents and women of all body types and sizes.
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Black Girls Eat
Provides Plant-Based recipes, shopping ideas, and advice to help families transition to a healthier lifestyle.​