Food, Family & Fitness Blog

Summer, Summer, Summertime!

School is out and there are so many wonderful things to do. So, let’s make it fun.

MAY we all choose to stay Healthy?

Is it hard for kids to remain healthy during a time of social distancing?

Deciding Which Bills to Pay First

When you do not have enough money to cover your family’s basic living expenses and pay all your creditors, you face some difficult financial decisions.

Safely Biking in Springtime for Fun and Transportation

Walking & bicycling are critical modes of transportation that deserve more attention. They're resilient transportation modes healthy for mind, body, & planet.

Fig Fever

Figs are one of the most popular fruits grown in the South. They are a good source of dietary fiber, natural sugars, iron, calcium, and potassium.

Spring Days Lend Themselves to Outdoor Physical Activities

Hang your next load of clean shirts, dresses or pants on hangers outside and let them dry in the warm spring sunshine and breeze. It will be good exercise.

Soy Protein

Soy is a plant-based complete protein, containing all nine amino acids that does not come from an animal. Learn more about the health benefits of soy.

Fruits: Nutrition Powerhouse

People who eat more fruits and vegetables as part of an overall healthy diet are likely to have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases.

Nutrition Lessons to Prevent Chronic Diseases Taught by LSU AgCenter Extension Agents in Orleans and Jefferson Parish

Nutrition lessons taught at the outdoor kitchen in New Orleans City Park's Botanical Gardens for Family Medicine Residents at East Jefferson General Hospital.

AgCenter participates in financial management workshop

(04/30/20) Two LSU AgCenter experts offered advice for those looking to stretch their dollars amid the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic

The High 5 for Handwashing

Handwashing is the single most important means of preventing the spread of infection. Follow these five steps for handwashing.

National Nutrition Month

Celebrate national nutrition month to learn more about the importance of making informed food choices, developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

Tangipahoa Parish - Flavors of Health Newsletter - February 2020

Dining with Diabetes, Nutrition events, Lunch and Learn "Clean Eating" and more.

Healthy Communities Bike Safety Partnership: Let's Ride! in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana

Healthy Communities Bike Safety Partnership: Let's Ride in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. Youth are learning biking skills to ride safely in their neighborhoods.

Nutrition and Health Apps

Find out more information about Fitbit, MyFitnessPal and Strava.

Food Safety Tips for the Holidays-Do's and Dont's

These tips help to reduce the risk of food borne illnesses.

National Diabetes Awareness Month

National Diabetes Awareness Month! Know the risks, healthy ways to eat, the Idaho diet, and Dining with Diabetes educational series.

Regular Physical Activity Keeps You Healthy

Physical activity using the Smoothie blender bike teaches youth to stay active while eating healthy.

Let's Celebrate National Blueberry Month

Health benefits of blueberries along with a tasty blueberry muffin recipe.

August is National Catfish Month

Health benefits of consuming catfish

​June is Dairy Month

Nutrition information that highlights Dairy and June is Dairy month with this video.

Watermelon, It’s Healthy and Filled with Vitamins and Nutrients!

Learn about the health benefits of watermelon, including the essential vitamins and nutrients it contains. Bonus: Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe.

Are You Storm Ready?

As we enter into hurricane season, this news article lists helpful LSU AgCenter fact sheets and publications.

Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe Video for a Summer Salad

Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe to enjoy on a summer salad is explained in a simple video from the LSU AgCenter.

Franklinton Healthy Communities Nutrition and Health Advisory Leadership Forum

Community leaders attended a meeting to identify and address local health and nutrition concerns in Franklinton, LA.

National Nutrition Month-March 2019

Celebrate National Nutrition Month with healthy tips and recommendations including food safety, videos and blog resources.

Choose MyPlate to Plan Your Next Healthy Meal

Choose MyPlate and make 1/2 your plates fruits & vegetables, choose whole grains, lean meats & beans & low fat dairy for healthy meals.

Hand Washing 101

Washing our hands should be our first step every time we enter into the kitchen! Hand washing will fight against germs and foodborne illnesses.

Fiber Up on Popcorn

Popcorn makes a great healthy snack!

The Benefits of Heart Health Foods

Vegetables provide nutrients vital for health and maintenance of your body.​

Healthy Communities: Hazel Hurst Community Center in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana

10 Tips sheets were included in the food boxes at the local Community Center

SMART Portons-A Healthy Weight Management Program

A healthy weight management program that that educates you on tools to help you maintain a healthier lifestyle.

The Importance of Drinking Water

Learn how water helps your body and tips on how to incorporate water throughout the day.

Making Catch the Rainbow Fruit Salad

This recipe is very nutritious and delicious and helps with prevention of diseases.

Getting Kids to Try Eggplant

Get your kids to eat eggplant by trying this Eggplant Parmesan Sticks recipe.

Meals Made Tasty!

Meals can taste great without the added sugars, salts, fats, and calories.

LSU AgCenter & Crescent City WIC Share Physical Activity Theme

Using the Snap Ed banner theme: Active Life Healthy Life to spread the word about being active

Questions about the Transmission Diagnosis and Treatment of Head Lice

How do you get head lice? How do you know if you have a head lice problem? How do you eliminate a head lice problem? Find these answers and more. (PDF Format Only)