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To Your Health newsletter
(Posted on 4/1/2009)
Monthly newsletter prepared by Denise Wyland, ISU Extension nutrition and health field specialist. Articles cover a wide variety of topics to keep you up-to-date in your quest for a healthy lifestyle.

Tough Times

Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 3/20/2009)
Get information from reliable sources and experts to help you with personal challenges such as managing money, dealing with stress, and providing nutritious low-cost meals during these tough times.

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Get Your Questions Answered.
(Posted on 3/13/2009)
What can I do to remove an odor in my microwave? I know I should eat more fruits and vegetables, but what is their real health value to me? Can my sink drain be cleaned without using a commercial cleaner? These are just a few of the questions that the AnswerLine can help you with. Don't hesitate to go online or give them a call to get the answer to your questions.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Healthy Holiday Meal To Please the Family and the Budget
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
It is possible to serve a Thanksgiving dinner for eight that tastes great and costs just under $30.
Implementation of Food & Fitness Community Action Plan Awarded Grant
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Northeast Iowa group receives funding to continue promoting healthy, locally grown food and abundant opportunities for physical activity and play.
Healthy Homemade Calendar Puts Nutrition and Fitness on Same Page
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
A 2010 calendar now available from ISU Extension promotes healthy homemade meals and physical activity. Low cost, easy recipes and activities fill the pages.

Staff

Renee Sweers-Family Nutrition & Health Field Specialist
Phone: 712-276-2157
Fax:
Email: rsweers@iastate.edu

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