Clemson Rural Health and Nutrition Extension - Anderson and Abbeville

09/22/2026

🍼 Join us this week for Ask a CLC!

This month, we’re talking about Low Milk Supply — including how to understand the difference between true low milk supply and perceived low milk supply.

We’ll explore infant and maternal factors that can contribute to low milk supply, as well as health conditions such as PCOS/PMOS, thyroid disorders, obesity, and diabetes that may delay milk production or affect lactation.

Whether you’re expecting, breastfeeding, supporting a breastfeeding family, or simply want to learn more, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

Low Milk Supply? Don’t Miss This Month’s Ask a CLC!
Join us this Thursday for an open and supportive conversation about low breastmilk supply. We’ll talk about common causes, signs to look for, and evidence-based approaches that may help.
📅 Thursday, September 24
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM
Have questions about milk supply? Bring them with you!
Register today using the Eventbrite link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ask-a-clc-expert-breastfeeding-support-tickets-1979909968012

07/22/2026

Say cheese!

Today we were on the road again sharing our Growing Health program with Meals on Wheels-Anderson at the O’Dell Community Center in West Pelzer!

We talked about herbs again and made our delicious herby Greek Yogurt ranch dressing and summer chopped salad filled with tender greens, summer corn, sweet tomatoes, fresh cucumbers, creamy avocado, and pungunant red onion! The seniors in attendance said they loved the lightness and brightness of this salad despite the creamy dressing!

We have 2 more stops next week with more fun in Honea Path and Pendleton!

Do you want the recipe for the Greek Yogurt ranch? Leave a comment below!

Clemson Extension Rural Health and Nutrition
Clemson Extension Horticulture
Clemson Extension
Anderson County Cooperative Extension Office

07/21/2026

This month we’re traveling around the county, visiting with dining sites with Meals on Wheels-Anderson, to deliver our Growing Health program. 🌱🪴

Today we visited St Paul’s in Anderson and did a class on herbs. Participants received 30 minutes of horticulture education followed by 30 minutes of health education.

With some of herbs mentioned in class we made a homemade Greek Yogurt ranch dressing and a summer chopped salad which participants enjoyed alongside their lunch. 🥗🌽🍅🥒🧅🥑

Each participant got to take home a container with soil, an herb plant, recipe cards, and a nutrition incentive item!

A big thank you to City Seed at the Station for ordering our herb plants! And a big thank you to our anonymous soil donor! Without y’all’s support, this program wouldn’t have been possible!

If you’d like to join us for Growing Health we have 2 upcoming opportunities for the public.

August 26th at the Anderson County Extension Office: 1428 Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson SC 29625, 11 AM

September 1st: Anderson County Public Library: 300 N McDuffie St, Anderson SC 29621, 5:30PM

Contact us for registration information to reserve your spot!
Clemson Extension Rural Health and Nutrition
Clemson Extension Horticulture
Anderson County Cooperative Extension Office
Clemson Extension

07/19/2026

📣 Good afternoon, Abbeville!

We're excited to announce an upcoming Health Extension for Diabetes cohort at the Abbeville Public Library, beginning September 3rd!

This free program is designed to help participants build the knowledge and confidence needed to successfully manage diabetes. Throughout the program, you'll learn practical strategies for healthy eating, physical activity, blood sugar monitoring, medication management, reducing health risks, healthy coping, and more—all in a supportive, welcoming environment.

If you're interested in joining us, we'd love to hear from you! To express your interest, please complete the survey using the link below or simply click on the image.
https://clemson.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_07gV9gl3ZHOAohU

We look forward to learning with you this fall! 💙

Offering evidenced based health education to the residents of Anderson and Abbeville Counties, SC.

07/10/2026

07/09/2026

🌱 Community partnerships make programs like Growing Health possible! 🌱

One of the greatest joys of working with Clemson Extension is seeing our community come together to support one another. Behind every successful program are generous partners who believe in helping others live healthier lives.

Last year, just before our Growing Health classes began, we received an amazing donation of potting soil. Because of that generosity, every participant received a complete container gardening kit—including a grow bag, potting soil, and a vegetable plant—to take home and continue their gardening journey.

That single donation helped support 8 Growing Health programs and benefited more than 50 participants across Anderson County!

Today, we were incredibly excited to receive another donation of potting soil—more than double last year's gift! 🎉 This generous contribution will help us continue Growing Health programming for another full year, giving even more community members the opportunity to grow fresh produce, learn new skills, and experience the health benefits of gardening.

A heartfelt thank you to our generous donor, who wishes to remain anonymous. Your kindness is helping us cultivate healthier communities, one garden at a time. 💚

Here's to another year of planting seeds, growing confidence, and making a difference in people's lives… one bag of dirt at a time. 🌿



Clemson Extension Rural Health and Nutrition Anderson County Cooperative Extension Office
Clemson Extension

07/07/2026

Now Accepting Interest for Our Upcoming Health Extension for Diabetes Cohorts!

Are you or someone you know living with diabetes or an A1C above 6.5? Join the Health Extension for Diabetes program to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to successfully manage diabetes and improve overall health.

Participants will explore practical self-care strategies through interactive education on topics including:

Living Well with Diabetes
Nutrition for Diabetes
Physical Activity
Medications and Blood Glucose Monitoring
Problem Solving and Resource Navigation
Healthy Coping
Reducing Risks and Preventing Complications

This evidence-based program provides supportive, practical guidance to help participants make lasting lifestyle changes and take an active role in managing their health.

Cohorts will begin on August 31st (in person) and September 1st (online). To learn more or join our interest list for an upcoming cohort, contact our office today!

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06/10/2026

🍅🌿🍕 Camp Mimi Pizza Garden FUN!

Today we joined Anderson County 4-H (South Carolina)to help with Camp Mimi, where 7 enthusiastic campers got their hands dirty and their creativity flowing!

Each camper created their own pizza garden, decorating a flowerpot and planting a tomato, basil, and oregano plant—ingredients they can continue to grow and enjoy at home.

After gardening, it was time to head to the kitchen! Campers built their own flatbread pizzas using pita bread as the base. There was just one rule: every pizza had to include at least one vegetable. 🫑🍅🥬

From colorful toppings to creative combinations, everyone rose to the challenge and discovered that healthy eating can be both fun and delicious. We loved seeing the campers connect gardening, nutrition, and cooking in one hands-on experience!

What vegetable would you add to your pizza? Let us know in the comments below! ⬇️🍕💚