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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
Patricia
Anderson
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Health and Nutrition Specialist
Phone:
(712) 482-6449
Fax:
(712) 482-6440
Email:
pander@iastate.edu
Sherry
Ford
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County Extension Education Director
Phone:
712-624-8616
Fax:
712-624-8228
Email:
slford@iastate.edu
Resources from ISU Extension
Food, Nutrition and Health
Answer Line
Caring for Yourself and Others - from Iowa Concern
Expanded Food and Nutrition Program (EFNEP) and Family Nutrition Program (FNP)
Food for Fitness and Fun
Food Safety
Food, Nutrition and Health News Releases
Food, Nutrition and Health Publications
Wellness Publications
Iowa State University Extension Resources:
Food for Fitness and Fun
--Easy to prepare recipes, fun activities, snack ideas, and healthy tips from Iowa State University Extension ot help you and your family stay fit!
Iowa State University Extension Food and Nutrition: Choices for Health
--Nurtrition information designed to help individuals, families, and communities engage in healthy lifestyles through informed food and activity choices
Iowa State University Food Safety Project
--Resources and educational materials to minimize the risk of foodborne illness
ISUE Food Preservation Resources
Other Possible Resources:
American Dietetic Assocation
American Heart Association
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Health Promotion Website
415 Main, Suite 2
Malvern
51551
712-624-8616
xmills@iastate.edu