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Over the next eight weeks, many households will focus on family, friends, and traditions. This month though, the turkey is the centerpiece. Most of us have our own unique ways to cook the bird and adorn it with a variety…
Over the next eight weeks, many households will focus on family, friends, and traditions. This month though, the turkey is the centerpiece. Most of us have our own unique ways to cook the bird and adorn it with a variety…
Hello families! We are transitioning into fall with the scent of pumpkin spice everywhere. This month we focus on pumpkins; their goodness, their tastiness, their varieties, and the simple joys! Come join me on this pumpkin-learning adventure. Nutritional Value of…
World Food Day has been celebrated on October 16th since 1979. Each year the United Nations chooses a topic to highlight, educate, and/or celebrate. This year they are celebrating via action: “Our actions are our future – Better production, better nutrition,…
Hi Everyone, how was your summer? Summer isn’t over, but it is time to adjust as children go back to school and schedules, lots of them, are making an appearance. This blog will provide tips to make mealtime less stressful,…
Whether your child is returning to school in person or virtually this fall, snacks are an important part of their learning. Prepackaged snacks can be costly and are higher in fat and sodium providing very few vitamins and minerals. This…
Going to the Farmers’ Market with Children Hey, families! The state of Massachusetts is open for business-all business! This includes most local farmers’ markets! A trip to the farmers’ market with your children is a nutritional learning experience, a fruit…
Welcome to week three of #NationalNutritionMonth. Thank you for coming back! This week we’ll be talking about trying new foods and flavors, the value of sharing meals together, and highlighting food safety. Read on. You might not think that trying…
It’s week two of #NationalNutritionMonth and we are here to help you #eatright. This week we’re going to talk about planning. Whether it’s a grocery list, a healthy snack for work or school, or what your takeout order looks like;…
Happy March SNAP-Ed families! Hello again from your Massachusetts SNAP-Ed mascot, Broc! This month I want to share some cool information about National Nutrition Month, specifically about me-broccoli. With this being the first week of National Nutrition Month, let’s look at some…
Happy Holidays! During the next couple of weeks, plan for something fun for YOU. What would YOU like to do? How about cooking something special? Going for a walk? A spa day? How about a dance party with your family?…