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A variety of nuts in wooden bowls. Healthy food.

Go Ahead, Eat More Nuts and Seeds

You’re hungry. Looking for a snack. How about grabbing a handful of nuts or seeds? For years dietitians and people looking to eat more healthful have looked down upon these foods saying they aren’t…

EFNEP Educator Angie Lawrence with Chef John LaTour group photo with 4-H Youth in Action

EFNEP Empowering Families to Reduce Sodium Intake

In alignment with the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which recommend limiting sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day for individuals aged 14 and older, the Expanded Food and…

Avoid Boring Salads

We all know we should be eating more fruits and vegetables. But, admit it…..that’s hard to do. Salads are a great way to get extras of these in your diet. But salads canbe….BORING. Salads were one of…

10 Health Tips for National Nutrition Month®!

March is National Nutrition Month ® This is an annual event celebrated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics since 1973. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making…

Children and teens gathered around a table sorting picture cards and a booklet.

4‑H Youth in Action Club During National Nutrition Week

City of Northwest, NC – The 4‑H Youth in Action Club is marking National Nutrition Week in a unique way by immersing themselves in the 4‑H Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).…

Building My Body Program

Building My Body with Virginia Williamson 3rd Graders! Last week, and Thursday/Friday of this week, our 3rd graders were wrapping up Lesson 4 of the Building My Body 4-H EFNEP program!This week,…

Close-up of a woman hand adding maple syrup in porridge. Female preparing tasty breakfast.

Oatmeal: Both Hot and Cold

Oatmeal has always been a hot topic when it comes to nutrition. It’s naturally low in fat (mostly unsaturated) and sodium and high in fiber, especially soluble fiber. It is also a good source of iron…

February Is American Heart Month!

February is American Heart Month – Show Your Heart Some Love! Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., but the good news is—you can take steps to lower your risk! Small changes, like…

From left to right: Emily Pendergrass (Regional Nutrition Extension Associate) Angie Lawrence (EFNEP Nutrition Educator, 4-H Program Assistant) Chef John LaTour, and Jamie Lester (4-H Youth Development Agent).

Chef John LaTour: A Passion for Healthy Families

Chef John LaTour is on a mission to help families eat and live healthier. With a background in technology and culinary arts, he transitioned from a career at Microsoft to studying business, baking,…

Flat lay of wooden spoon filled with small seeds of chia lying on white background

Chia Seeds Can Increase Fiber

In last week’s column I wrote about fiber in your diet. One of the ways listed to increase fiber in your diet was to add seeds into your meals. Chia seeds are frequently suggested as a seed to try.…