Childhood obesity is a serious health concern in Alabama since Alabama is listed among the top 20 states in the nation for the highest obesi...
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Anna Cox isn’t afraid to roll up her sleeves and plant seeds in the ground in the name of nutrition education in Fayette County.
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Tammy Hall uses her relationships within Calhoun County effectively to serve the SNAP-Ed audience in the best way. As a SNAP-Ed educator in ...
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Feeding horses high-quality hay not only maintains their health but ultimately saves owners money. Follow these best nutrition pract...
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Meagan Taylor has used part of her role as a SNAP-Ed educator in Lauderdale County to implement a canned food drive at local high schools to...
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Freezing fresh fruit to retain optimal texture and nutrients is as easy as following a few simple, proven steps.
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Add color to your plate! As parents, we know that vegetables and fruits are essential to a healthy diet, but it can be hard to get c...
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Human Sciences Extension offers educational programs and classes to help Alabamians stay healthy. Our research-based information i...
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Raising a picky eater is one of the most common food-related issues parents struggle to address. One day your child’s favorite foo...
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Eat More Fruit and Vegetables
Good alternatives to processed foods are fruits and vegetables, ideally, those that contain the highest...
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Breakfast is an important meal for growing children. It is an especially crucial meal for school-age children to eat in order for them to go...
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Just like grandma used to make! Try Live Well Alabama's Grandma's Macaroni Salad for an easy summer meal. Just mix all the ingredients toget...
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