When it comes to eating vegetables, sometimes kids don’t budge. Parents dread seeing their children’s disgusted facial expressions in the presence of leafy greens and root vegetables, and it is often difficult to determine a sustainable solution.
One option is …
Despite many public health efforts, fruit and vegetable intake among US children is still below recommendations, particularly among racial/ethnic minorities and children of low-income families. Schools are positioned to impact student diet via national school meal programs, though there are …
School food environments are a common target of childhood obesity prevention initiatives, though buy-in from school staff is an essential component of project success. The Smarter Lunchrooms randomized controlled trial (RCT) was initiated in 2013 to test the effectiveness of …
This presentation is designed to provide attendees with practical, easy tips for putting together a low-sodium flavor station in the school cafeteria. Extension members, food service professionals, and other program leaders can play an important role in educating children about …
Families must consider many factors when deciding whether their child will purchase school meals, or bring a packed lunch from home. The nutrition content of school meals, their appeal to their child’s taste preferences, and the time required to pack …
Here are some practical tips that can help you with successful grant writing. (Don’t forget to check out Part I as well!)
As the world is increasingly connected with nutrition information – and misinformation, it is important to provide balance and perspective through meaningful dialog with parents, consumers and clients. The Center for Food Integrity’s (CFI) research shows that communicating through shared …
Grant writing can feel intimidating if you have never done it before. However, by following a few quick tips and getting a little hands on practice, you will get the hang of it in no time. What is a grant …
Finding quick, healthy, economical snacks that kids enjoy can prove difficult for educators and families alike. Luckily, Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Youth Healthy Eating and Active Living Program Work Team (Y-HEAL), consisting of New York 4-H and nutrition professionals, have released …
The USDA has recently released a guide called What You Can Do to Prevent Wasted Food to enforce food waste prevention, specifically in schools. The guide reminds us that in the U.S, “food loss and waste is about 30% of …
