Roanoke Times
                 Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: WEDNESDAY, April 26, 1995                   TAG: 9504260014
SECTION: EXTRA                    PAGE: 1   EDITION: METRO 
SOURCE: DEBRA GORDON
DATELINE:                                 LENGTH: Medium

HOW WELL ARE YOU EATING?

For each ``yes,'' score the number noted:

I have an illness or condition that made me change the kind and/or amount of food I eat. (2)

I eat fewer than two meals a day. (3)

I eat few fruits or vegetables, or milk products. (2)

I have three or more drinks of beer, liquor or wine almost every day. (2)

I have tooth or mouth problems that make it hard for me to eat. (2)

I don't always have enough money to buy the food I need. (4)

I eat alone most of the time. (1)

I take three or more different prescribed or over-the-counter drugs a day. (1)

Without wanting to, I have lost or gained 10 pounds in the last six months. (2)

I am not always physically able to shop, cook and/or feed myself. (2)

Your nutrition score

0-2: Good! Recheck your nutritional score in six months.

3 to 5: Your are at moderate nutritional risk. See what can be done to improve your eating habits and lifestyle. Contact a senior citizens center or your health department. Recheck your nutritional score in three months.

6 or more: You are at high nutritional risk. Bring this checklist the next time you see your doctor, dietitian or other health or social service professional. Talk with him or her about problems you may have. Ask for help to improve your nutritional health.