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Nourish & Flourish Ossineke focused on helping community eat healthier
Published on October 30, 2013
Grass-roots organization Nourish & Flourish Ossineke has a mission to teach youth and their parents how to prepare meals and eat healthier throughout their community. -
Holiday Meal Shortcuts
Published on October 30, 2013
Holiday meal preparations and enjoyment of festivities can be challenging. Try quick and easy shortcuts. -
Good food, smart budget
Published on October 28, 2013
MSU Extension nutrition programs assist in the keeping money in people’s pockets. -
Safely turn leftovers into planned-overs
Published on October 25, 2013
Cook once and eat twice! Keep your leftovers safe by following a few food safety tips. -
A successful Michigan niche-food maker shares profits to end child hunger
Published on October 13, 2013
In just one year, Crunch Granola, a Michigan-based maker of all natural, gluten-free granola products, has tripled the number of meals donated to the cause of feeding hungry children. -
October is National Farm to School Month!
Published on October 7, 2013
Local farms can connect students to their food source. -
Breakfast idea from a dinner staple
Published on October 3, 2013
Homemade in minutes and good for you, brown rice is more than an item on the dinner menu. -
Tips on buying quantities for food preservation: Asking for seconds
Published on September 27, 2013
You can ask at your local farmers market or farm stand for their less photogenic produce. These are often called “seconds” because they don’t match the look of first quality produce but contain all the flavor and nutritional value. -
Nutrient-dense foods: Getting more bang for your buck
Published on September 24, 2013
Want to get the most out of your dollars when you are buying food? Pick foods high in nutrition and low in empty calories, they are good for your body and your wallet! -
Managing medication
Published on September 24, 2013
Not taking medication as prescribed can lead to a higher incidence of sickness, more doctor or hospital visits, and increased medical costs.