JANUARY The South Dakota Department of Health recommends 30-60 minutes of physical activity each day to enhance overall health. The South Dakota Department of Health recommends eating a healthy balanced diet containing items from all five food groups of the Food Guide Pyramid. Bundle up and take a winter hike in a state park near you. Avoid hypothermia by wearing layers including a cap, boots and gloves to protect exposed skin. FEBRUARY February is Heart Healthy Month. Heart healthy habits include regular physical activity and a diet that is low in fat and high in fiber. Limit sweetened beverages to once a day and check labels for added sugars. Try a new winter activity such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, downhill skiing or snow boarding. Treat your beautiful smile to a daily brushing and flossing routine. Women need to be wise about their health and get a pap test for cervical cancer. MARCH Eat Smart Stay Healthy is the theme for March’s National Nutrition Month. Make a healthy breakfast an important practice in your daily routine. Devote a portion of your break each day to being active. Practice food safety by washing fruits and vegetables and not eating undercooked meats and poultry. Invite others to join you in your favorite activity this week. APRIL Spring ahead into new activities such as biking, roller-blading, hiking, disc golf or kayaking. Turn your TV off one hour a night this week and do something active instead. Eat out only once this week…

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