During March, Peel Public Health is presenting a special feature on its Web site highlighting healthy eating tips.

Located at www.healthyeatingpeel.ca, "Nutrition Month 2008" provides residents a chance to learn about proper meal portions, the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables and making healthier choices at the grocery store.

The purpose is to encourage residents to eat healthier and feel great, health officials say.

"We are pleased to offer special food tips and nutrition information. It is our hope that these tips will help residents make at least one positive change for themselves or their entire family, as recommended by Dietitians of Canada," said Eva Loewenberger, Peel Public Health Dietitian. "We also provide information by mail and phone consultations to support people in making healthy eating a part of their lives."

In addition to providing information, the region offers free presentations and displays about nutrition for groups, workplaces and organizations within Peel throughout the year.

Peel residents can enter a draw for one of three best selling cookbooks, Simply Great Food, published by Dietitians of Canada, by submitting one positive healthy eating change they have made. Residents can enter the draw by visiting www.healthyeatingpeel.ca and clicking on "Nutrition Month 2008."

For more information on Nutrition Month, visit the Web address mentioned above or call Region of Peel - Public Health at 905-799-7700 and ask to speak to a dietitian.