About Us
Welcome to Meals Matter – Meal Planning Made Simple!
Meals Matter promotes nutrient-rich food choices from all five food groups, and strives to equip family meal preparers with the tools and resources they need to make meal planning decisions that lead to better health. The site encourages small, realistic changes in meal and snack choices that can be sustained over time. The website supports dietary patterns based on diverse choices and inclusion, with a focus on the positive nutrients that foods contribute. We also recognize that taste, enjoyment and cultural traditions are important factors in healthy food decisions.
The site is maintained by the Dairy Council of California, a state government entity that is funded by California’s dairy producers and processors. Registered dietitians on staff write the nutrition articles and develop the online tools that guide users through all phases of meal planning: meal calendars, pantry creation, recipes, shopping lists, and more. Nutrition content reflects current science and well-accepted national guidelines for healthy eating.
Tools and resources on the site allow for individualization and customization of family meals based on taste, cost, convenience, nutritional value as well as other factors users may prioritize. Meals Matter is a non-commercial website; registration on the site and use of the online tools and recipes is free.
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