Archive for the ‘Nutrition’ Category
May is Older Americans Month
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013May is Older Americans Month (OAM) and this year’s theme is “Unleash the Power of Age.” The Administration for Community Living, part of the Administration on Aging, has put together activities, press releases, etc., to celebrate. You’ll also find sample proclamations if you want to work with your communities for this type of recognition. Go …
Health Benefits and Nutritional Value of Fruit Infused Water
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013According to Dr. Robert Parker, BS, DC, there are three essential elements necessary for our bodies to sustain life. In order of necessity they are air or oxygen, water, and nutrition from food. You can only live for a few minutes without air. You can only live days without water. You may only last weeks …
DRINKING WATER WEEK MAY 5-11
Monday, April 22nd, 2013DRINKING WATER WEEK MAY 5-11 Order FREE materials to remind others of the vital role water plays in our daily lives. Water Conservation Bumper Sticker (M-036) Bumper sticker (3″ x 9″) with a water conservation message. Water Conservation Mirror Clings (M-038) Vinyl static cling (4″ square) with a water conservation message. Perfect for school …
Prairie View A&M University / Cooperative Extension Program
Friday, April 5th, 2013If you are interested in learning more about any and all things about the Cooperative Extension Program and the College of Agriculture & Human Sciences at Prairie View A&M University, click on the link below. http://pvcep.pvamu.edu
Are Older Americans Drinking Enough Water?
Thursday, April 4th, 2013According to USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion more than one in three older Americans may not drink enough water. For more information click on the link below. http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/NutritionInsights/Insight27.pdf
Check out the Fall 2012 Edition of “News -n-Views” Newsletter
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012Catch all the news and the latest views in Family & Consumer Sciences by clicking below on the attached version of “News-n-Views”, the newsletter for FCS in Dallas County. In this edition you will read the latest on county volunteer opportunities, MyPlate, programming collaborations, leadership tips and more. You may also contact Dallas County Cooperative …
Improving Health and Wellness in Dallas County
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011Relevance One of every four Dallas County residents is physically inactive or overweight. Physical inactivity and overweight are associated with an increased risk of a number of chronic health conditions like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, and depression. Studies have shown individuals who are physically active have fewer physician visits, hospitalizations, and …
Happy Halloween!
Monday, October 31st, 2011With Halloween kicking off the holiday season today it’s important to start your holidays off on the right foot. If you and your family are headed out for Trick-or-Treating tonight, here are a few Halloween candy tips to keep in mind. 1. Before heading out fill your little ghouls and goblins with healthy snacks and …
Healthy Holiday Foods
Monday, October 31st, 2011The holiday season is right around the corner. The holidays can present special challenges for those of us who are trying to make healthy lifestyle choices. We are often surrounded by foods that are high in fat, sugar, and sodium. Here are some practical knowledge and solutions for preparing healthy foods during the holidays and …
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month! More than 23 million children and teens in the U.S. are overweight or obese, a statistic that health and medical experts consider an epidemic. Childhood obesity puts nearly one third of America’s children at early risk for Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and even stroke …
