Farmers Markets --
Did you know that buying fresh fruits and vegetables from your local farmers can help decrease pollution and provide a better source of nutrients for you? Many VA’s across the country are teaming up with Veteran Canteen Services, MOVE Groups, and Health Promotions to provide veterans with a weekly, biweekly, or monthly farmer’s market at your local medical center or CBOC. Click to learn what facilities have markets near you! (updated 8-12)
Healthy Teaching Kitchens Lead the Way to Healthy Cooking Skills
The Veterans Health Administration Nutrition Services are utilizing Healthy Teaching Kitchens (HTK) as a way to teach Veterans and their families how to select healthy food options and learn healthy cooking skills. The concept began in 2010 when the VA received a grant which provided funding for 8 Healthy Teaching Kitchens. The idea was inspired by the Culinary Institute of America’s (CIA) approach to providing nutrition education.
There are currently over 39 HTKs in the VA Healthcare System with many more planned throughout 2013. Eventually all VA facilities will provide opportunities for Veterans to learn that eating healthy can be easy, inexpensive, and enjoyable. To learn more about the HTKs please view the Healthy Teaching Kitchen PowerPoint or contact the Nutrition and Food Services Department at your VA.
Integrating Healthy Teaching Kitchens into VHA Nutrition Services Presentation (12/12)
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What’s on Your Plate? |
Learning how to build a healthy plate is important in maintaining weight and reaching health goals. Learn More |
Nutrition Handouts
Please see our new section on nutrition handouts. These handouts have been developed by Registered Dietitians at VHA medical centers throughout the country.Click here to see the new handout section.
VA Nutrition and Food Service is Going Green...
Are you looking for a quick and easy way to assess how "green" your food service operation is? Would you like help developing a sustainable food service plan?
Then click here for the updated checklist "VHA Going Green Food Service Checklist". (You need to have Microsoft Excel or the current viewer to view this document)
Veterans Nutrition Information
Learn more about the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) progressive programs for both preventive nutrition/wellness and medical nutrition therapy (MNT) at VA health care facilities and systems throughout the nation.
The following links are for Nutrition and Food Service Professionals and college graduates looking for an accredited Dietetic Internship Program.
Are you looking for a Dietetic Internship program? Learn about the various VA Dietetic Internship programs available.
Employment Opportunities in VA Nutrition and Food Service
We are always looking for qualified and motivated applicants to join our Nutrition and Food Service Team. Find resources and information about applying for these positions.
