Go, Slow, Woah: Grades 5-8
Go, Slow, Woah: Grades 5-8 https://youtu.be/dAHyUzDIxms In today’s video, follow along with SNAP-Ed Senior Nutritionist, Wanda, to learn about Go Foods, Slow Foods, and Whoa Foods and how to use them in a meal! Read More Think about a stoplight. The green light means go, the yellow light means slow down, and the red light […]
Energy Balance: Grades 3-5
Energy Balance, Grades 3-5 https://youtu.be/uTMvhI9NKyU Follow along with SNAP-Ed Senior Nutritionist, Wanda, as she teaches you about “Energy Balance!” By the end of this lesson you should be able to explain how “energy balance” relates to the food you eat and the activities you do! Follow along with Wanda and practice doing the right number […]
Go Activities and MyPlate
Go Activities and MyPlate https://youtu.be/gbsWJ8ZoyMI Follow along with SNAP-Ed NY Nutrition Educator, Alyssa, as she walks you through how to know the health benefits of doing physical activity, how to identify body cues that happen when doing physical activity, and how to identify the five food groups and name different examples in each group. Read […]
Your Valentine’s Day Menu
Your Valentine’s Day Menu Download PDF Holidays are a special time to come together with our loved ones and enjoy the foods we love most. Unfortunately, many of our beloved holiday meals aren’t the healthiest options. There is good news, though–healthier alternatives can be just as delicious! This Valentine’s Day, show yourself some love with […]
Sweet Potato Basics
Sweet Potato Basics Download PDF Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are a highly versatile food—you can eat them fresh or raw, baked or roasted, microwaved, steamed, boiled, sautéed or even grilled. Sweet potatoes can be easily stored raw, or refrigerated or frozen once cooked. Sweet potatoes are often called yams […]
Prepping for Potlucks
Prepping for Potlucks Tip Sheet Download PDF Parties and potlucks provide a fun way to spend time with friends, family, and colleagues. They offer different food groups, including fruits and veggies, and you may discover foods you have never eaten. Set yourself up to make healthy choices with these tips. Learn how to save time […]
Make Healthy Holiday Choices
Make Healthy Holiday Choices Download PDF Holidays are filled with many exciting things—favorite foods, spending time with loved ones, and all the excitement that goes into a celebration! Make sure to enjoy all the food groups for your holiday plate to both satisfy your tastebuds and your hunger. In baking, there are many recipes with […]
Half Grains to Whole Grains
Half Grains to Whole Grains Download PDF Grains are an important part of a healthy diet, and most people do eat a lot of grains. However, we tend to eat more refined grains than whole grains. It’s important to make half of your grains whole grains. Whole grains contain the entire grain kernel–the bran, germ, […]
Corn 5 Ways
Corn 5 Ways Download PDF What simple recipes can you make with food you already have on hand? There are many dishes you can make with canned or frozen corn including chili, taquitos, salad, and more. Check out this fun infographic for more ideas! Source: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2018/03/22/vary-your-veggies-without-high-cost-corn-five-different-ways Learn how to save time with our helpful videos! […]
Guide to New York Produce
Guide to New York Produce Download PDF Do you live in New York and are you curious about the best time to get that perfectly crisp apple? Look no further! Use this tip sheet next time you are shopping so you know what produce is local and fresh. Learn how to save time with our […]
Healthy Popcorn Hacks
Healthy Popcorn Hacks Download PDF Spice up this movie theater classic with some healthier alternatives. Instead of butter and salt, try olive oil, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Or make it sweet with vegetable oil, brown sugar, and cinnamon. View this tip sheet for some more great healthy popcorn hacks! Learn how to save time […]
Planning Meals for a Family
Meals for a Family Download PDF Eating at restaurants and fast-food places can be exciting. It can also be expensive and usually take more time than just cooking at home. Meal planning for a family can seem overwhelming. If you plan ahead, it will save time and effort in the long run. Eating at home […]
Reach Your Nutrition Goals
Reach Your Nutrition Goals Download PDF Reaching nutrition goals is not something that can happen overnight—it takes a lot of hard work to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but once you get the hang of it, it’s simple! Starting with the smaller changes helps you to ease your way into the process. Being active, and getting […]
Redo Your Coffee Shop Stop
Redo Your Coffee Shop Stop Download PDF Many specialty coffee drinks from coffee shops contain much higher sugar content than you would think. The CDC recommends about 12 teaspoons of sugar per day for Americans 2 years and older. Many drinks from Coffee shops contain double this amount – and that’s only for 1 beverage! […]
Find Your Healthy Eating Style
Find Your Healthy Eating Style Download PDF Anytime you create a healthy eating solution, it’s a win–a “MyWin!” You already know the 5 food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy. Now it’s time to incorporate them into your daily eating habits. You can find creative ways to incorporate each food group into your daily […]
