MSU Extension Food & Health

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  Planning next year's garden? Consider donating produce to your local food pantry

  Published on December 28, 2020
  Many food banks and pantries welcome donations of safe, high-quality fresh produce.

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  When do you need Seafood HACCP certification?

  Published on December 22, 2020
  Fish processing regulations in Michigan require this specialized training for specific products.

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  The sweetness of honey

  Published on December 16, 2020
  Honey is a natural sweetener, with various uses, that is produced by bees who gather nectar from flowers.

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  Food safety and holiday food baskets

  Published on December 11, 2020
  Food banks and pantries must consider safety when distributing holiday food baskets.

• Breastfeeding: Collecting and storing

  Published on December 9, 2020
  Collecting and storing breast milk can be easy and convenient.

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  Health scams often target older people

  Published on December 9, 2020
  Health scams are common, so one must be prepared not to fall for them. Learn the warning signs!

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  Plant science at the dinner table: Carrots

  Published on December 8, 2020
  Carrots are Bugs Bunnies’ “go-to food”. Like Bugs, carrots are one of America’s favorite vegetables.

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  How to convert grams of sugars into teaspoons

  Published on December 7, 2020
  Learn how to accurately interpret the nutrition facts on a food product by converting grams into more familiar household measurements.

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  Preventing opioid misuse

  Published on December 7, 2020
  Potential risks of opioid use and what you can do.

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  Asking for help when you have chronic pain

  Published on December 4, 2020
  Good communication skills are important for everyone involved in dealing with chronic pain.