St. Ignatius Seniors: Understanding nutrition labels

Understanding the Nutrition Facts label on a food package begins with “Servings per Container,” which is the total number of servings in the entire package. “Serving Size” is the amount of food measured out and eaten for one serving.

“Calories” is the amount of calories on one serving of food. Daily calorie intake is based on age, height, weight and activity level. Ask your health care professional what your calorie intake should be.

Finally, “%DV (Daily Value)” is how much a nutrient in the food contributes to the daily diet. Older adults should look for foods that have high percentages of DV in fiber, calcium and vitamin D. Look for foods that have lower percentages of saturated fats, sodium and added sugars.

For more information on nutrition facts labels, go to www.fda.gov/nutritioneducation. (From fda.gov website)

Everyone is welcome at our meals (young and old). Come enjoy a delicious meal and good conversation. If you want a take-out meal, please call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday and by 2 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday; lunch is served at noon Tuesday and Friday and 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Menus for the month are available in the entryway.

The main dishes for the upcoming week include chicken, green beans and mac ’n cheese, July 17; tater-tot casserole, July 21; and fish, July 24. Milk is available at all meals.

Our senior center is available for rent; call for information. If you have questions about obtaining Elder Commodities, call or stop by for information and an application.

The next bingo game is 2 p.m. Aug. 15.

Gentle Yoga is Wednesdays at 1 p.m. ($5); bring your own mat.