Visit our Food Pantries section to find links to food banks partnered with different pantries around where you live!
Food planning during the Coronavirus pandemic. Check out this advice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Save money and feel better by eating healthy! Get cooking with healthy recipes and cooking tips. You can also find low cost food resources like farmers markets and food pantries in your area.
Take the first step toward living a more active life! Get on the move with physical activity tips for the whole family. You will also find fun ways to use your SNAP Benefits!
Healthy You
The Healthy You blog is where you can find the answers to your questions on living a healthy life. Check back often for new updates on topics important in your life.
September 17, 2020
Whether you’re at your kitchen table or in a classroom, the school year has started. At this time of year, it’s a great idea to check-in and see how you are and if you’re taking care of yourself.
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Spotlight on Local Produce
The UMass Extension Nutrition Education Program, a SNAP-Ed provider publishes Produce Spotlight. This new series features shopping, storing, and serving tips for local produce found at farmers’ markets and farm stands. In Massachusetts, local fruits and vegetables such as blueberries, salad greens, spinach and pears are available from June through October. Local produce often has better flavor and more nutrients – and it’s the perfect time to try something new. Click here to learn more about these seasonal treats made simple.
