¡No Hay Obstáculo Que Usted No Pueda Vencer!
¡No hay obstáculo que usted no pueda vencer! Aquí tiene unos consejitos para mantenerse activo: https://go.ncsu.edu/supera_barreras (There’s no obstacle you can’t …
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.
Being Active Has Benefits
Why is being active so important? There are lots of good reasons to be physically active, including: sleep improvement, …
150 Minutes Each Week...
Moving more is a simple way to increase your physical activity each week. Take the stairs instead of the …
Choosing Healthier Goals
Choosing healthier goals makes creating positive & lasting changes easier. So, when it comes to our health, let’s all …
Spring Home Food Preservation Series
Workshop Times 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (EST) Are you interested in home food preservation but not sure where to start? …
¡La actividad física no tiene que ser aburrida!
¡La actividad física no tiene que ser aburrida! Vea aquí como añadir actividades en su rutina diaria …
Stress Relief
We can all use some stress relieving ideas at times! Check out a few tips if you’re stuck in …
Shop Your Pantry
Do you struggle with overpaying at the grocery store? Shopping your pantry first and creating meal plans from that …
Living Well Calendar
Share our Living Well Calendar with a friend! See these great tips to improve your life and the life …
Help Protect Your Family and the Community With EYFP
This is a reminder that our Empowering Youth & Families Program will begin on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at …
What Is Living Well?
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month these professionals …
March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
Diario De Gratitud: Bueno Para Su Salud
Querido lector: Primero que nada, quiero agradecerle que haya decidido ver este artículo porque sin usted, el mismo no tendría …
2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Eat Well in 2021 with Med Instead of Meds
Mondays, February 1 – March 8, 2021 Each class starts at noon (EST) FREE 6-week Virtual Workshop Series Extension professionals from across …
Robin Hood's Kitchen Converts Food Waste to Meals for Food Pantry
I have long known that Chatham County is a special place with an amazing community of creative, passionate people …
Holiday Celebrations and COVID-19
Many families look forward to gathering for traditional holiday celebrations every year. This year, however, requires extra caution. COVID-19 …
Med Instead of Meds Series Taught Region-Wide
Mondays, November 9–December 14, 2020 Each class starts at noon (EST) FREE 6-week Virtual Workshop Series Extension professionals from across the …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
Rice Is Nice
What do oatmeal, popcorn and brown rice have in common? They are all grains and whole grains can be …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
More Extension Programs at NC State University
Partnerships and Organizations
Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition
Farmers' Market Tours: A Guide for Nutrition Educators
A Farmers’ Market Tour is a great way to introduce your program participants to an …
1/6/21
Barriers and Strategies to Connecting Urban Audiences to Wildlife and Nature: Results from a Multi-Method Research Project
This publication summarizes the findings of a research project aimed at understanding urban audiences, identifying …
1/6/21
Pickle and Pickle Product Problems
This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
Thawing Food Safely
This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
Gleaned Sweetpotatoes: Storage, Recipes, and Quick Facts
Do you have sweetpotatoes that have been gleaned that you plan on using or donating? …
10/21/20
Eat Smart Move More North Carolina: Growing Communities Through Gardens
Gardens bring communities together. Not only are community gardens a good way to get more …
10/14/20
Cost Analysis for Improving Park Facilities to Promote Park-based Physical Activity
As public parks and recreation facilities are increasingly positioned as health resources, greater demands for …
9/23/20
At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
Right at your doorstep may be many of the answers to the social, educational, and …
7/29/20