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 …
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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Family Healthy Living Program
We are excited to offering our virtual “Family Healthy Living Program” this summer! Our first meeting is scheduled for …
Don't Forget Breakfast
Have you ever been riding down the road and your car ran out of gas? How far can a …
Herbs & Spices Day
Herbs and spices add flavor to foods without adding calories, fat, or salt. Use these tips and add a …
Home Food Preservation Series
Interested in learning safe methods of food preservation at home? Join in on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 23–July …
Grilling Safety Tips
Many of us enjoy cooking outdoors on the grill when the weather gets a little warmer. Although grilling can …
Fiber Facts
What is fiber and how does it work in our body? Fiber is a carbohydrate in food that is …
Virtual Walking Challenge 2020
Need some motivation to get moving? We are excited to announce the first-ever Faithful Families Walking challenge event from …
Reducing Food Waste
Food money is wasted if food rules are not followed. If food spoils before it is eaten, you have …
Count on Me NC
NC restaurants have opened up and many of us are ready to enjoy a meal away from home. Although …
Balancing Screen Time and Physical Activity
For several years now, many families have seen a tremendous increase in the number of hours their children spend …
A Summer of Growing in the Garden!
Surry County 4-H Virtual Summer Gardening. Kids are more likely to eat the things they grow. This is fun, …
Why Is It Important to Eat Vegetables?
Who wants to lower their risk of developing cancer? One way to do this is by eating a variety …
Celebrate Salad Month - More Than Rabbit Food
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be able to pull a complete meal out of the refrigerator? With a little …
Ingredients Lists Are Important Too
Does anyone look at the ingredients list? Yes, but what about you? If your answer is no, maybe the …
Portions and Servings
A portion or helping is the amount of food you choose to eat. It is what you serve yourself …
Good Night, Sleep Tight
May 10-16 Celebrate Women’s Health Week There is nothing more frustrating than crawling into bed in anticipation of a good …
Do You Know the Facts?
Most of us have seen hundreds, if not thousands, of Nutrition Facts labels on the products we buy. However, …
Go Med for Mediterranean Diet Month!
Want a delicious way to eat which promotes better health both mentally and physically, go Med! May is Mediterranean …
Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …
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- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition
Farm to Early Care and Education Local Food Purchasing Guide
There are many different ways to buy local food, and this guide provides information that …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
4-H Chicken Donation: Embryology to Harvesting
This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses 4-H projects that …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
Master Gardener Volunteers and Community / Home Gardens
This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses using community and …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
Food Pantry Produce Markets
This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses setting up a …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
Direct to Food Bank and Food Pantry Donations
This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses food donations given …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
Venison Donation Programs
This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses venison donation programs …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
Gleaning
This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses the process of …
4/3/24 — Local Foods
Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
This publication provides information and success stories related to food banks, food pantries, food donation …
4/3/24 — Local Foods