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Give Me 5 A day
Give Me 5 A Day
5 a day. That’s how many vegetables and fruits you need to eat. This illustrated children's nutrition book provides more information. (PDF format only)
handwashing
Smart Choices: Five Steps in Handwashing
Remember the five steps of handwashing to prevent the spread of infection. (PDF Format Only)
MyPlate 10 Tips Nutrition Education Series
Use these series of 14 fact sheets from the LSU AgCenter and USDA to help you make healthy food choices. (PDF format only)
exercise
Smart Choices: Benefits of Exercise
You'll feel better and have more energy. (PDF format only)
shaped like an apple or pear
Smart Choices: Are You Shaped Like an Apple or a Pear?
Research continues to indicate it’s better to be shaped like a pear than an apple. Fat pattern seems to be more important than the degree of fatness. Use this factsheet to help you determine your risk factors. (PDF format only)
Nutrition and You
Smart Choices: Nutriton and You
Follow the USDA Dietary Guidelines to improve your quality of life and to have a more productive life. (PDF format only)
Smart Choices
Smart Choices: Climbing Around on MyPyramid
Overview of the new USDA food guide pyramid for youth. (PDF format only)
Berry Pickin' Time
Berry Pickin' Time in Louisiana
Wild blackberries and dewberries have long been treasured for cobblers, jellies, jams and other tasty dishes. Learn how to pick, use, freeze, can and make syrups, jellies and jams. Recipes included.
MyPyramid for Kids
MyPyramid for Kids
The new USDA recommendations for healthy eating and activity for kids. (PDF format only)
Physical Activity Guidelines for Children
Physical Activity Guidelines fo Children
Regular physical activity is associated with immediate and long-term health benefits such as easier weight control, lower blood pressure, improved cardio-respiratory function and enhanced psychological well-being. Active children are more likely to become active adults. Suggestions for indoor and outdoor activities included. (PDF format only)
figs
Louisiana Figs
This publication includes information on varieties, nutritional value, fig facts and simple methods of food preservation so you can enjoy Louisiana figs all year long. (PDF Format Only)
The Dash Diet Eating Plan
The Dash Diet Eating Plan
This publication includes information on blood pressure and how it can be lowered by following an eating plan called the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH).
preschool child
Foods for Your Preschool Child
Lifetime eating habits and attitudes about food usually are formed in early childhood. Information about family mealtimes, snacks and food guide pyramid recommended daily servings, as well as eating problems, are covered in this publication. (PDF Format Only)
hypertension
Hypertension Fact Sheet
Hypertension, better known as high blood pressure, is called the silent killer because there often are no noticeable symptoms. Find out who's at risk and the dangers of hypertension in this fact sheet. (PDF Format Only)
canning tomatoes
Canning Tomatoes and Tomato Juice
Recent research shows that for some tomato products, pressure canning gives a higher-quality, more nutritious product. Step-by-step canning instructions are included in this publication. (PDF Format Only)
blueberries
Enjoy Louisiana Blueberries
Blueberries are nature’s No. 1 source of antioxidants among more than 50 fresh fruits and vegetables studied. They also are a good source of fiber and vitamin C. Information on pick-your-own operations, selection, storage, preparation, freezing, canning and using Louisiana blueberries can be found in this publication. (PDF Format Only)
Smart Choices
Smart Choices: Eating and Exercising for Good Health (Adult Fact Sheet)
Problems working exercise into your day? Follow these tips.
smart choices
Smart Choices: It's Time to Play (Youth Fact Sheet)
Play makes your heart happy. Follow these guidelines to get fit.
pecans
Nutritional Benefits of Pecans and Other Nuts
Be Healthy, Go Nuts! Nuts are high in protein and fiber, low in carbohydrates and sodium-free. Eating one ounce of nuts (about a handful) about five times a week is enough to provide the health benefits.
crawfish
Nutritional Benefits of Crawfish
Crawfish are healthy food. They are an excellent source of high-quality protein; low in calories, fat and saturated fat and a good source of vitamins. (PDF Format Only)
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