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Fooe & Fitness

Food & Fitness Newsletter
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
This year when you serve pumpkin pie, make it a “lighter version.” Find out hints on this and other Food & Fitness from Extension Specialists in the November Issue.

Turkey Safety

Turkey Safety
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
Have a question on how to safely prepare or store your Turkey? Click here to find the answers to Safely stuff or prepare some food items ahead with more methods than the oven

Raising Healthy Kids

Raising Healthy Kids
(Posted on 5/9/2008)
ISU Extension has the research based information to help parents raise healthy kids. Follow this link for resources in helping kids with food choices and ideas.

Healthy Meals

Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
Making nutritious food choices can be a challenge whether you're facing a hungry family or just your own growling stomach. A new program from Iowa State University Extension is designed to help consumers of all ages

Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Maintaining a Healthy Weight Forever
(Posted on 11/17/2006)
Get off the couch and get moving! Learn about small steps you can take to help maintain a healthy weight.

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

Paulelda Gilbert-Family Nutrition and Health Specialist
Phone: (515) 576-2119
Fax: (515) 576-6447
Email: pgilbert@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension