Just like wearing personal protective equipment like gloves, goggles, and masks can minimize your exposure to workplace injuries and illnesses, personal protective nutrition and lifestyle practices can do the same to boost your immunity.

Naval Hospital Bremerton hosted a holistic Wellness Fair in late July 2022.

Performance nutrition is a major key to force readiness.

Food is our secret weapon. When planned and executed well food can supply everything our bodies need to thrive, whether we’re running a marathon or taking a rest day.

Think you might need to lose a little weight? You're not alone. Even in the military, where maintaining physical fitness remains a job requirement and a key component of military readiness, thousands of service members struggle with weight.

USU professor and nutrition specialist, Jonathan Scott PhD, gives advice on eating healthy. Learn more about the Dietician Approved Fueling stations at your local commissary here: https://www.commissaries.com/fueling_stations

Learn more about Performance Nutrition and healthy eating habits at the Consortium for Health & Military Performance. https://champ.usuhs.edu/. For more information about the Dietician Approved Fueling stations at your local commissary, go to https://www.commissaries.com/fueling_stations

Did you know that 75% of service members use at least 1 dietary supplement? Experts from the Uniformed Services University discuss the risks and safety concerns of dietary supplements. Learn more about dietary supplements at www.OPSS.org and The Consortium of Health & Military Performance (CHAMP).

As a service member, you need the right fuel to achieve maximum physical and mental performance. Practicing good nutrition plays a major role in helping you lead a healthy lifestyle. For performance nutrition expertise and resources, visit: @HPRC – Human Performance Resources by CHAMP, https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/performance-nutrition

Service members! Before taking a supplement, be sure to check the DOD Prohibited Dietary Supplement Ingredients list to make sure none of the ingredients in the product you're considering are on that list! Check out the list on https://www.opss.org/article/introducing-dodi-613006-use-dietary-supplements-dod!

Fat is an essential nutrient, but not all fats are the same. Choose healthy fats like nuts and seeds, olive oil, and avocados to properly fuel your body. On the other hand, saturated and trans fats can contribute to heart disease, high cholesterol, weight gain, and other health-related illnesses. https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/eating ...

Fueling your body isn’t always so straight-forward! Not only do you have to choose the right type of food, but you also have to consider when, why, and how! Check out this helpful graphic to find 3 keys for optimal nutrition. https://www.hprc-online.org/nutritional-fitness/performance-nutrition/3-keys-optimal-nutrition

Mission readiness requires a properly fueled body and mind. Eating a well-balanced diet rich in whole foods with plenty of fruits and vegetables can boost your mental and physical performance. Don't skip your meals -- make time to fuel! https://phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/healthyliving/n/Pages/PerformanceNutrition.aspx

Carbs, fats, and proteins are the nutrients—or macronutrients—your body needs in large amounts for energy. For a truly balanced diet that will fuel your body to fight throughout the day, ensure you include some of these macronutrients! https://www.hprc-online.org/nutritional-fitness/performance-nutrition/macronutrients-101

When planning meals, remember, the food choices you make will impact your energy throughout the day. Making some simple swaps for more nutritious options can help you fight off hunger and fatigue longer! https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/performance-nutrition/high-performance-eating-vs-low-performance-eating