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Health & Nutrition

Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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Easy Healthy Snacks

During the day, whether we are at work or home, we often stop to snack on something before our …

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Tips for Cooking Vegetables

There is nothing more enjoyable than having vegetables from your own garden. Nothing compares to the fresh, juicy flavors …

Strong, Healthy Nails and Hair

Many women spend hundreds of dollars on different products trying to achieve strong, healthy nails and hair. Although some …

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How to Measure Ingredients

The three basic tools used to measure ingredients are: Measuring spoons Dry measuring cups Liquid measuring cups The key to successful cooking and …

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Tasty Tomatoes

The fresh taste of tomatoes, just off the vine and still warm from the sun…what a delicious summer flavor. …

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Zillions of Zucchini

Summer is here and so are the zucchini! We were recently gone for a couple of days and when …

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What's on Your Plate?

Think about how much food goes on your plate before you eat. Use MyPlate when planning your meals to …

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Healthy Heart

Heart disease hits almost every family. Do you know someone in your family who has had heart disease? It …

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Have You Gone Nuts?

It is okay to go nuts sometimes, that is, if you are choosing a handful of almonds (1 ounce, …

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Wash, Wash, Wash Your Hands

Hand washing is the single most important thing we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading illness …

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Active Living for Families

Active living helps your family enjoy life! Moving more boosts energy, promotes sound sleep, and it’s a lifelong way …

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Benefits of Eating More Fish

Have you included fish in your grocery list this week? If not, consider some of the benefits of adding fish to your …

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Family Healthy Living Program

We are excited to offering our virtual “Family Healthy Living Program” this summer! Our first meeting is scheduled for …

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Don't Forget Breakfast

Have you ever been riding down the road and your car ran out of gas? How far can a …

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Herbs & Spices Day

Herbs and spices add flavor to foods without adding calories, fat, or salt. Use these tips and add a …

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Grilling Safety Tips

Many of us enjoy cooking outdoors on the grill when the weather gets a little warmer. Although grilling can …

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