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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.

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 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.
Recession Weary Iowans Taking Action to Reduce Poverty
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Iowans are willing to help others in their community during these difficult economic times, according to a recent national poll. Find out how some Iowa communities are taking action.
4-H’er Is Healthy Iowa Emerging Leader
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
Devin De WeerdDevin De Weerd, an Iowa State University student and Sioux County 4-H’er, received the Healthy Iowa Emerging Leader Award from the Wellness Council of Iowa in partnership with the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition, and the Academy for a Healthy Iowa.

Staff

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

Resources from ISU Extension