Nutrition Education

LINKS OF INTEREST

• UW – Extension WNEP

• Choosing and preparing nutritious meals and snacks.
• Handling food safely.
• Managing money and resources to improve food security.

Feeding Young Children:

http://www.mypyramid.gov/preschoolers/index.html (MyPyramid for Preschoolers. Guidelines for Children 2 – 5 years old)

 http://www.mypyramid.gov/kids/index.html (MyPyramid for Kids. Guidelines for children 6 – 11 years old)

http://www.mypyramid.gov/mypyramid/index.aspx (MyPyramid Plan. Find out how much of each food group you and your family members need)

 http://www.kidsacookin.ksu.edu/  (Kids A Cookin. Discover great recipes for kids and family fun activities)

http://www.bam.gov/ (Body and mind wellness activites created just for kids)

http://www.dole5aday.com/ (Contains activities for kids on how to eat more fruits and vegetables. Also, it includes free lesson planning materials for teachers)

http://www.extension.purdue.edu/mypyramid (MyPyramid Materials. Handouts availabel for purchase on nutritional guidelines for children)

http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/obesity/wecan/ (WeCan. National campaign to prevent childhood obesity. Several materials to keep kids active, find nutritious & tasty meals and make sure you are feeding your kids what they need to be strong and healthy)

Food Safety Websites:

http://www.foodsafety.gov/ (Recourses to government food safety information)

 http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/  (Food Preservation –  The National Center for Food Preservation website)

http://www.fightbac.org/ (Features food safety information for parents, students and educators. Many free materials available.)

http://www.extension.purdue.edu/mypyramid/ (MyPyramid Materials – Access a food safety tips DVE and “Food Safety and Your Curriculum” package for purchase.)

http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Food_Safety_Education/For_Kids_&_Teens/index.asp (Food Safety for Kids & Teens – USDA site with educational materials on food safety for kids and teens.)

 http://www.befoodsafe.org/ (Four easy lessons of “Clean, Separate, Cook & Chill” that help prevent harmful bacteria from making your family sick.)

http://www.foodsafety.wisc.edu/ (University of Wisconsin – Extension food safety & preservation information.)

 http://www.fsis.usda.gov/food_safety_education/Food_Safety_Education_Programs/index.asp (USDA Food Safety Information – federal safety information to keep us safe.)

Healthy Food Choices and Physical Activity Web Sites:

http://www.healthierus.gov/ (A website for parents on nutrition and fitness from the United States Department of Health and Human Services)

http://www.mypyramidtracker.gov/ (MyPyramid Tracker – This site allows you to keep track of your physical activity and food intake to help you make adjustments for a healthier lifestyle.)

 http://www.eatright.org/cps/rde/xchg/ada/hs.xsl/advocacy_1735_ENU_HTML.htm ( Nutrition Access Across the Spectrum of Aging – An American Dietetic Association position paper.)

 http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns/corenutritionmessages/default.html (Maximizing the Message; Helping Moms and Kids Make Healthier Food Choices – The core message from the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service.)

http://www.extension.purdue.edu/mypyramid (MyPyramid Materials – Handouts on nutritional guidelines for everyone.)

http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/foodlab.html (Read Nutrition Labels Right – The United States Food and Drug Administration’s guide to using and understanding the nutrition facts label.)

 http://www.nutrition.gov/nal_display/index.php?info_center=11&tax_level=1 (Information on healthy eating and physical activity.)

http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/ (Calculate the amount of fruits and vegetables you need based on age, gender and activity. Find recipes, learn how to add more variety to your diet and budget tips to eat healthy without breaking the bank.)

STAFF

If you have any questions regarding WNEP in Langlade County, please contact:

Kari Lazers
Wisconsin Nutrition Education Coordinator/Department Head
Langlade County – UW Extension
837 Clermont Street
Antigo, WI 54409
Phone: 715-627-6236
Fax: 715-627-6260
Email: kari.lazers@ces.uwex.edu

Beth Meyer
Nutrition Educator
Phone: 715-627-6236
Email: beth.meyer@ces.uwex.edu