Iowa State University Extension

Food safety information to help families use safe food handling practices whether preparing food in the home or making food choices when eating away from home.

Raising Healthy Kids is a series of publications designed to help parents, communities, and childcare providers address important health and nutrition questions.

The Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization of 2004 signed by President Bush on June 30, 2004 requires every school district to produce a local wellness policy.

School staff are vital role models for healthy nutrition and physical activity behaviors for our youth. Teaching by example is as important as teaching by the book. Is health and wellness a priority at your school?

Physical activity for kids does not have to be a competitive sport. Get some activity ideas, the new MyPyramid for Kids and an activity pyramid.

Get off to a good start with food habits for your child. Learn more about common eating patterns, tips for surviving the toddler roller coaster, and a sample menu for children.