Publications for Health & Nutrition

Health & Nutrition

Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

That White Envelope May Be Worth $1,200

If you haven’t received your Economic Impact Payment (EIP) yet, perhaps you should be on the lookout for a …

— 4 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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MED Instead of MEDS

Are you interested in eating the Mediterranean way? The Med Instead of Meds Cooking School will teach you how …

— 4 months ago, Bertie County Center

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Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020

REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …

— 5 months ago, North Carolina 4-H

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New Food Storage Infosheets

Storing food properly can help you maintain the safety, freshness, and quality for your food overtime. Proper food storage …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Is Corona Virus a Concern With Takeout?

CDC, FDA, and USDA are not aware of any reports at this time that suggest COVID-19 can be transmitted …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Fermentology Mini-Seminars

Interested in fermentology? Join the experts for a series of short talks about the culture, history, and science behind …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Guidance for Cloth Face Coverings

Recent CDC guidance recommends wearing cloth face coverings when in public. These face coverings are NOT N-95 respirators or …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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A Clean Kitchen is a Healthy Kitchen

During this pandemic, many have found themselves spending a significant amount of time at home cooking. The CDC has specific …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Balancing Life: Marital Relationships While Social-Distancing

Join Dr. Megan Doblin-MacNab for Balancing Life: Marital Relationships While Social-Distancing, Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at 10 a.m. Register online Staying …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Balancing Life: Teens, Stress, and Anxiety While Social Distancing

Join Dr. Kim Allen, Extension Specialist with NC State Extension this Friday, April 10, 2020, at 10 a.m. for Balancing …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Minimizing Risk

Minimizing Risk While Grocery Store Shopping

Wondering how to minimize risk while shopping? Check out these new videos in English and Spanish on how to …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Washing Produce

Washing Produce During COVID-19

With the concern about COVID-19, many are questioning how to wash produce. Washing produce is always a good idea. …

— 5 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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COVID-19 Resources for Families

Coronavirus, COVID-19, is of concern across North Carolina, the country, and the globe. To learn ways to keep you …

— 6 months ago

Cleaning and Disinfecting Reusable Bags

Cleaning and Disinfecting Reusable Bags

Do you use reusable grocery bags? Are they safe to use during this COVID-19 pandemic? As of this posting, …

— 6 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Fruits and Vegetables

Shopping for Fruits and Vegetables

When you have the luxury of going to the store often, shopping for fruits and vegetables is not that …

— 6 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Five Essential Rules of Cooking

5 Essential Rules of Cooking Have a good knife and cutting board. Having 1 or 2 good knives is important. …

— 6 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Getting Started: Stocking A Basic Pantry

Spending more time in the kitchen than usual? Making more meals at home and need to know more about …

— 6 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Making Grain Bowls With Chef Ellen Clevenger-Firley

Social distancing has lead many families to prepare more meals at home. Why not try something new during this …

— 6 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

We Are Here to Serve

With many agencies in Martin County NC closing or having limited public access, please know that the staff of …

— 6 months ago

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Coping with Stress and Anxiety in Family Life During COVID-19

Work as usual? Probably not. This is a whole new time and we are all working toward a new …

— 6 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens

This publication focuses on developing fruit and vegetable production gardens in the Outdoor Learning Environment …

2 weeks ago — Local Foods: Childcare Center Production Gardens

Searching for ripe tomatoes.

Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens

This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …

8/20/20 — Local Foods: Childcare Center Production Gardens

Stirring kale and dressing for a winter salad.

Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens

This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …

8/20/20 — Local Foods: Childcare Center Production Gardens

Raised beds with a crop of kale (left) and mustard greens (rt).

Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens

This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …

8/20/20 — Local Foods: Childcare Center Production Gardens

Raised beds with a mix of warm-season fruits and vegetables.

Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens

This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …

8/20/20 — Local Foods: Childcare Center Production Gardens

Photo: Little fingers loosening roots before planting.

Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers

This factsheet summarizes the benefits of fruit and vegetable gardening with children. It includes age-appropriate …

8/20/20 — Local Foods: Childcare Center Production Gardens

Pickle and Pickle Product Problems

This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …

8/13/20 — For Safety's Sake

Thawing Food Safely

This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.

8/13/20 — For Safety's Sake

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