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NMSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences This is the new official EFCS page! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyle changes through education, evidence-based programs, and community support.

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🥦🥕🥬 Happy National Fresh Veggies Day!Fresh vegetables aren't just good for you — they're DELICIOUS, colorful, and seriou...
06/16/2026

🥦🥕🥬 Happy National Fresh Veggies Day!

Fresh vegetables aren't just good for you — they're DELICIOUS, colorful, and seriously underrated. Whether you're loading up a stir-fry, building the perfect salad, or sneaking them into a veggie burger 👀, today is the perfect day to celebrate the good stuff.

🌿 Eat the rainbow. Feel the difference.

Drop your favorite veggie in the comments — we want to know! 🫑🍅🥒

🍎 Fun Food Facts!Learning more about the foods we eat can help us make informed choices and build healthier habits one b...
06/15/2026

🍎 Fun Food Facts!
Learning more about the foods we eat can help us make informed choices and build healthier habits one bite at a time!

What's your favorite healthy food? Share below! 👇

🥗 Celebrate Flag Day with a Red, White & Blue Healthy Plate Challenge! 🫐🍎This Flag Day, build a colorful meal or snack u...
06/14/2026

🥗 Celebrate Flag Day with a Red, White & Blue Healthy Plate Challenge! 🫐🍎

This Flag Day, build a colorful meal or snack using nutritious red, white, and blue foods:

❤️ Red: strawberries, tomatoes, red bell peppers, watermelon
🤍 White: cauliflower, jicama, low-fat yogurt, cottage cheese
💙 Blue: blueberries, blackberries, purple grapes

Filling your plate with a variety of fruits and vegetables is a great way to add fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support overall health and can help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Challenge your family and friends to create their own red, white, and blue healthy plate and share their favorite combinations!

06/13/2026

Healthy habits aren't built overnight—they're created one small choice at a time. 💙

Whether it's adding more vegetables to your plate, taking a daily walk, drinking more water, or getting enough sleep, every positive step can support your health and help reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Focus on progress, not perfection. Small, consistent habits can lead to lasting changes and a healthier future.

What healthy habit are you working on this week? Share below! 👇

🥕🍓 June is National Fruits & Veggies Month! 🍅🥦Did you know that filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables can h...
06/12/2026

🥕🍓 June is National Fruits & Veggies Month! 🍅🥦

Did you know that filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables can help support healthy blood sugar levels, provide important nutrients, and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?

Small changes can make a big difference. Try adding an extra serving of vegetables to your meals, swapping sugary snacks for fresh fruit, or exploring a new seasonal produce item this week.

Healthy habits start one bite at a time! 🌱

💙 June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month 💙Mental health is an important part of overall well-being, yet many men fa...
06/11/2026

💙 June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month 💙

Mental health is an important part of overall well-being, yet many men face challenges in seeking support due to stigma, societal expectations, or fear of being judged.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. Whether it's talking with a trusted friend, connecting with a healthcare professional, making time for physical activity, or practicing stress-management techniques, small steps can make a meaningful difference.

This month, let's encourage open conversations, support one another, and remind the men in our lives that seeking help is a sign of strength.

🌿✨ Happy National Herbs & Spices Day! ✨🌿Did you know that herbs and spices can do more than add flavor to your meals? Th...
06/11/2026

🌿✨ Happy National Herbs & Spices Day! ✨🌿

Did you know that herbs and spices can do more than add flavor to your meals? They can help you cut back on added salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats while making healthy foods more enjoyable—a simple step that supports diabetes prevention and overall wellness.

Small changes in the kitchen can make a big difference for long-term health. Celebrate today by adding a little extra flavor to your plate—the healthy way! 🌱

Today is National Meal Prep Day!🥗🥘🍲Reclaim control over meals by prioritizing creativity, nutrition, and mindful choices...
06/09/2026

Today is National Meal Prep Day!🥗🥘🍲

Reclaim control over meals by prioritizing creativity, nutrition, and mindful choices. Prepped meals, whether a savory sandwich, a vibrant salad, or a thoughtfully cooked chicken dish, offer more than just sustenance. They empower us to fuel our bodies with intention, turning a daily routine into an act of self-care.

Beyond the obvious perks of saving money and sidestepping fast-food pitfalls, meal prep fosters healthier habits. Each meal becomes an opportunity to experiment with flavors, incorporate fresh ingredients, and balance nutrients to match your energy needs and prevent diabetes. Even simple dishes, prepared with care, can transform an ordinary workday into a moment of satisfaction and nourishment.

Save this post and get prepping! What's on your meal prep menu this week? Drop it below 👇

🧡 Happy National Cancer Survivors Day Today marks the 39th annual National Cancer Survivors Day® — a worldwide Celebrati...
06/07/2026

🧡 Happy National Cancer Survivors Day

Today marks the 39th annual National Cancer Survivors Day® — a worldwide Celebration of Life honoring everyone who has lived with a cancer diagnosis, from the moment they first heard those words through every day that has followed.

Survivorship isn't just about making it through treatment. It's about navigating life on the other side — the follow-up appointments, the emotional weight, the moments of gratitude, and the days that are still hard. It takes an incredible kind of courage that deserves to be recognized.

Today we want to say: we see you. We honor you. And we celebrate you.

If you are a cancer survivor, a caregiver, or someone who has loved and lost someone to cancer — this day is for you too. 💚

Share this post to honor the survivors in your life, and drop their name in the comments so we can celebrate them together. 👇

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