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Gardening education increases vegetable consumption among youth
Published on June 6, 2018
A recent research review verifies that garden interventions with youth increase vegetable consumption -
Pick the portion that’s best for you!
Published on June 1, 2018
2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines recommend that we reduce portions. Here are some tips to get started. -
Michigan Fresh website and fact sheets a wealth of information
Published on May 31, 2018
Michigan Fresh provides helpful information for selection, storage, and preserving our great state’s produce. -
Take your kids to farmers markets
Published on May 30, 2018
Your local farmers market lends itself well to teaching kids about fruits and vegetables, but even more learning can happen. -
Barbecue safety
Published on May 29, 2018
Grill to proper internal temperatures to keep foods safe. -
Tween snacking, afterschool and “tween” meals
Published on May 23, 2018
Appetites vary among children at each stage and for preteens nutritious snacks are an important part of their overall diet. -
Caffeine, sugar and energy drinks
Published on May 22, 2018
Consuming energy drinks increases caloric consumption and may cause other problems due to caffeine especially for youth. -
Meeting grain requirements for your daily diet
Published on May 22, 2018
Get creative with your daily diet and find new, fun recipes to meet nutritional daily values. -
The prevention of cardiovascular disease with nutrition and physical activity
Published on May 22, 2018
Reducing saturated fat, trans fat and sodium with the addition of physical activity are among the recommendations of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. -
Understanding arthritis: The benefits of a healthy diet
Published on May 21, 2018
Learn how a diet high in fiber can help reduce inflammation, a symptom commonly associated with arthritis.