Orleans Parish EFNEP

Orleans Parish EFNEP The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) teaches research-based nutrition information to low-income families and youth to improve health.

Students at Sherwood Forest explored the benefits of dairy products and the importance of getting at least 60 minutes of...
04/21/2026

Students at Sherwood Forest explored the benefits of dairy products and the importance of getting at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day with LSU AgCenter Nutrition Agent, Tayler.

(April 14) – National Pecan DayLouisiana is known for its pecan trees and over 100 varieties! Many people like to enjoy...
04/15/2026

(April 14) – National Pecan Day
Louisiana is known for its pecan trees and over 100 varieties! Many people like to enjoy pecans as a healthier snack and a good source of protein and fiber which helps you feel energized and satisfied. AgCenter horticulturist Michael Polozola shares some fascinating facts about growing and collecting pecans.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpUGbWXegFzT1qWtafceZAq3EkHFRC5Xi

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04/14/2026

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Young adults at Job Corps learned why it’s important to reduce fats, sodium, and added sugars in their diets. They also discussed the importance of staying physically active every day with LSU AgCenter Nutrition Educators Kierra Abram and Kevione Lewis.

This Week of the Young Child focuses attention on the needs of young children and their families and recognizes the earl...
04/13/2026

This Week of the Young Child focuses attention on the needs of young children and their families and recognizes the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. The National Association of the Education of Young Children shares tips with ways you can celebrate your little learners: https://www.naeyc.org/events/woyc/daily-themes

Choose meals you can prepare when you are short on time. Save the ones that take longer for days off or when family mem...
04/10/2026

Choose meals you can prepare when you are short on time. Save the ones that take longer for days off or when family members are free to help. Ask family and friends to share recipes with you to try new and easy meals. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach shares some more ways you can spend smart and eat smart. https://spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu/

Students learned about the benefits of balancing nutritious food and physical activity with yoga and yogurt parfaits. Ou...
04/09/2026

Students learned about the benefits of balancing nutritious food and physical activity with yoga and yogurt parfaits. Our Assistant Nutrition Agent, Tayler Jones, reminds us to prioritize movement that brings you joy! This could be dancing, walking your dog, riding a bike, swimming, or playing sports with your friends.

Washing your hands is a great way to stay healthy and keep your family healthy too. You can prevent the spread of germs ...
04/08/2026

Washing your hands is a great way to stay healthy and keep your family healthy too. You can prevent the spread of germs by creating a healthy habit of washing your hands at home, school, work and play. Parents, teach your little ones the 5 steps in washing hands:
• Wet your hands with clean running water,
• Lather your hands by rubbing together,
• Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds,
• Rinse hands well under clean running water,
• Dry your hands with a clean paper towel.

Parents at St. Paul Head Start learned the importance of making half their grains whole during a nutrition session led b...
04/07/2026

Parents at St. Paul Head Start learned the importance of making half their grains whole during a nutrition session led by Nutrition Educator Haven Moore. Participants also enjoyed tasting delicious homemade chewy granola bars prepared during the session!

National Public Health Week is a time to get everyone involved. Our youngest community members are leading the way with ...
04/06/2026

National Public Health Week is a time to get everyone involved. Our youngest community members are leading the way with the Healthy Young People Empowerment Coalition (HYPE). If you are interested in bringing HYPE to your parish, visit to learn more: http://tiny.cc/7a50101

Happy ! This year’s theme, "Ready. Set. Action!" offers us time to reflect on the healthy journeys in our communities a...
04/06/2026

Happy ! This year’s theme, "Ready. Set. Action!" offers us time to reflect on the healthy journeys in our communities and take stride in improving those journeys. Join a Healthy Communities coalition near you to start building a healthier, thriving future for your community:
www.LSUAgCenter.com/HealthyCommunities

National Garden Month April showers may bring May flowers, but it also is time to celebrate National Garden Month. Wheth...
04/01/2026

National Garden Month
April showers may bring May flowers, but it also is time to celebrate National Garden Month. Whether you are learning a new skill or maintaining a productive garden, check out the Sustainable Gardening Planting Guide to help your crops grow to success. https://www.lsuagcenter.com/articles/page1637172879897

Emerging adults at Job Corps learned about the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables every day with Nutrition Educato...
03/31/2026

Emerging adults at Job Corps learned about the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables every day with Nutrition Educator Kierra Abram. They also enjoyed sampling a delicious berry smoothie!

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