March is National Nutrition Month, making it the perfect time to give your eating habits a fresh look and maybe even a little upgrade. Whether you're curious about trying new foods, balancing blood sugars, or simply getting more fiber onto your plate, small changes can lead to big results.
The best part? Good nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated—it’s all about finding realistic, enjoyable ways to support your health every day.
Not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up 10 ways to level up your nutrition game, from small swaps to fun challenges. Grab your just better.® prebiotic fiber, and let’s make this month your most balanced, fiber-rich March yet!
Start Your Day with Fiber-Fueled Breakfasts
Breakfast sets the tone for the day, so make it count with fiber that supports balanced blood sugars and keeps you feeling fuller for longer. A couple of scoops of just better.® prebiotic fiber in your oatmeal, smoothie, scrambled eggs, or yogurt adds invisible nutrition that supports gut health right from the start.
Add More Color to Your Plate
Colorful meals bring variety to your plate and a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Each color group offers something different — leafy greens supply vitamin K, deep orange vegetables deliver beta carotene, and bright berries contribute powerful plant compounds. Many of these foods are also natural sources of fiber!
Challenge yourself to try one new vegetable or fruit every week this month — whether it’s purple cabbage, golden beets, or a tropical fruit you’ve never had before.
Rethink Snacks — Fiber First
Snacks can fill the gaps between meals, but they work best when they’re thoughtful and satisfying, not just a quick grab. The right snack keeps hunger in check and helps you feel more energized until your next meal.
Think of snacks as small but purposeful fuel stops — a chance to combine flavors, textures, and nutrients in a way that feels good and keeps you going. A few smart pairings to keep on hand: apple slices with nut butter, Greek yogurt with chia seeds, or veggies with hummus.
Having a few prepped options ready to go makes it easier to choose something satisfying instead of whatever’s closest when hunger hits.
Balance Blood Sugars Like a Pro
Blood sugar spikes and crashes aren’t just an energy issue — over time, they place stress on your body’s ability to manage insulin effectively. Frequent spikes can contribute to insulin resistance, a condition where your cells become less responsive to insulin’s signals. When that happens, your body has to work harder to manage blood sugars, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes, weight gain, and other metabolic concerns.
One of the most effective ways to support balanced blood sugars is to build meals and snacks with fiber, protein, and healthy fats — a combination that slows the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, helping your body handle them more efficiently.
Make it a NEW HEALTHY HABIT!
Every meal/snack… Ask yourself: Where’s my…
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Adding two tablespoons of just better.® prebiotic fiber to meals and snacks helps support this process by further slowing digestion, which can lead to a more gradual rise in blood sugar after eating. Over time, this simple habit supports both better insulin sensitivity and long-term metabolic health.
Plan (Realistic) Meals Ahead
Meal planning works best when it’s flexible enough to fit your life but still gives you a sense of direction for the week ahead. Having a rough plan for breakfasts, lunches, and dinners - even if it’s just a short list of ideas - helps cut down on impulse decisions and last-minute takeout.
When you build your plan, think about ways to balance meals with fiber, protein, fresh produce, and healthy fats so they keep you satisfied and support steady energy.
Stocking your kitchen with simple, fiber-rich staples like pre-chopped produce, whole grains, and versatile proteins makes it simple to pull meals together without starting from scratch every night.
The goal isn’t perfection; it’s giving yourself a head start so your meals nourish your body and fit your schedule without extra fuss.
Embrace Small but Mighty Upgrades
Not every meal comes from a perfect plan—and that’s okay. Even when you’re cooking on the fly, there are plenty of ways to add extra nutrition to the meals you’re already making.
Small add-ins and simple swaps — like tossing hemp hearts into salads, stirring lentils into soups, or using whole-grain pasta — bring in extra fiber, protein, and nutrients without changing the flavors you love. Stirring just better.® prebiotic fiber into sauces, soups, or baked goods adds even more fiber to support gut and metabolic health, all without altering texture or taste.
These quick upgrades take almost no extra time, but they can help you get more nutrition from every meal — one simple choice at a time.
Every (Comfort) Food Fits
Comfort foods hold a special place in our kitchens, and there’s no need to part ways with them in the name of nutrition. There’s plenty of room for all foods to fit when we approach meals with a sense of balance. Small upgrades can add extra nutrition without changing the flavors and traditions we love.
Simple swaps—like using whole-grain pasta, adding extra veggies to casseroles, or stirring just better.® prebiotic fiber into sauces, soups, and baked goods—add fiber and support gut and metabolic health. These upgrades don’t take anything away from the dishes you enjoy; they simply add a little more staying power and nutrition to every bite.
Comfort foods can absolutely be part of a balanced, fiber-rich lifestyle—especially when they’re paired with smart additions that support your nutrition goals.
Prioritize Hydration
Staying hydrated plays a key role in keeping your body running smoothly. Proper hydration supports digestion, circulation, temperature regulation, and even how well your body absorbs nutrients from food.
While individual needs vary, a good starting point is aiming for around half your body weight in ounces of water each day — more if you’re active or live in a warmer climate.
Jazz up your jug with berry-infused water, herbal teas, or a squeeze of fresh citrus with mint. These simple upgrades keep hydration refreshing and fun while giving your body the fluids it needs to thrive.
Challenge Yourself to Go Without Ultra-Processed Foods for 1 Week
Ultra-processed foods sneak into a lot of daily habits — from packaged snacks to frozen meals and sweetened drinks. Challenge yourself to swap those out for whole, minimally processed options for one week.
Fresh fruits and veggies, nuts and seeds, lean proteins, and whole grains all nourish your body while providing important nutrients that help your gut microbiome thrive.
just better.® Fiber Challenge
We kicked off the just better.® Fiber Challenge in our latest newsletter, and National Nutrition Month is the perfect time to jump in!
The goal? Get at least 30 grams of fiber every day for a full week.
Did you know? 97% of us are NOT meeting the recommended daily fiber intake — and that gap can have a serious impact on overall health. With a little planning and just better.® prebiotic fiber in your routine, reaching your daily fiber goals becomes much more achievable.
Why does it matter? Fiber is an essential weapon in the fight against obesity, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease! Getting enough fiber each day helps keep digestion running smoothly, supports heart health, and plays a key role in managing blood sugars and maintaining a healthy weight. Ready to see what a fiber-filled week can do for you? Let’s get started!
Wrapping Up
National Nutrition Month is the perfect time to explore small changes that make a lasting difference. Whether you’re trying new foods, rethinking old habits, or simply paying more attention to how food makes you feel, every step brings you closer to a way of eating that works for you. Let this month be a chance to celebrate progress, not perfection — and enjoy the process along the way.
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