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Nutrition & Health
Featured Websites
MyPyramid.gov Nutrition & Health Your Guide to Diet and Diabetes Recipes for Diabetes Fiesta of Flavors
Additional Websites
  • Meat Safety for the Consumer
    Basic information on foodborne illinesses, shopping and transporting meat, and ways to handle meats and seafod safely.
  • Food for Thought
    Fun ideas each month about food and nutrition for parents of preschool children.
  • Sports & Nutrition: The Winning Connection
    Written and designed for today's young athlete, these easy-to-use nutrition guides work well in classrooms and after-school programs.
  • Turkey for the Holidays
    Need help with your holiday turkey? Get all the answers here—cooking techniques, leftover ideas, turkey facts, and much more.
  • Pumpkins & More
    You can learn about U-pick pumpkin farms, pumpkin nutrition, varieties & selection, and fun activities for children.
  • Apples & More
    Visit Apples & More to learn about U-pick apple orchards, apple nutrition, varieties & selection, and fun activities for children.
  • Raspberries & More
    Learn about varieties & selection, how to plant, and where to find nurseries and U-pick farms.
  • Strawberries & More
    Your guide to growing strawberries, u-pick strawberry farms, strawberry nutrition, and selection & care.
Local Programs
Family Nutrition Program (FNP)

Family Nutrition Program (FNP)
The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) reaches out to senior citizens, families and children of all ages, teaching them the importance of making healthy food choices and managing their resources to better provide for their families when resources are limited.

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Diabetes Life Lines
Current diabetes research.
Less Is More
Fact sheets, tips and recipes that can help lead to healthier lifestyles.
Thrifty Living
Provides information on money management, consumer skills, nutrition, and well-being.
Upcoming Events

Brighten Your Holidays
Oakwood, Illinois (Vermilion County)
November 5, 2008

Contact Us
For more information about these programs, please contact:

MaryBeth Massey
Community Worker, Family Nutrition Program
Shelby County Unit
1125 W N 2nd St
Shelbyville, IL 62565
Phone: 217-774-9546
FAX: 217-774-9549
mmassey@illinois.edu

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