MSU Extension Nutrition

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  Celebrate National Farm to School Month this October

  Published on October 2, 2018
  Check out these ideas for planning a Farm to School activity appropriate for your school's meal program.

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  Tips for making a memorable and healthy school lunch

  Published on October 1, 2018
  Keep these tips in mind to help ensure your child’s lunchbox is a healthy one.

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  Apples and the science behind them

  Published on September 20, 2018
  Crisp Michigan apples are ready for picking and eating. Let’s learn some plant science at the dinner table—apples edition!

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  Drying herbs for winter

  Published on September 19, 2018
  September is an excellent month to dry herbs to use during winter. Dried herbs add flavor and turn an ordinary dish into a culinary delight.

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  Re-think your families’ lunches by including more local food

  Published on September 7, 2018
  Back to school is the perfect time to re-energize your go-to menus.

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  Back to school recipes from the garden

  Published on September 7, 2018
  Jump into the school year using the garden with these delicious recipes ideas

• Food label claims: Clearing up the confusion

  Published on September 5, 2018
  Consumers are focused on looking for a products shelf-life and how healthy the ingredients are above all else. Ease in reading the label and product health benefits are paramount for local artisan food manufacturers.

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  Why is protein, carbohydrate and fat important for athletic performance?

  Published on September 4, 2018
  Macronutrients are important for athletic performance as well as general health.

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  Diabetes and healthy sleep

  Published on August 29, 2018
  How people with or at risk of diabetes can improve their quality of sleep and minimize their risks.

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  Watch that sodium!

  Published on August 27, 2018
  Low sodium convenience foods for seniors