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Nutrition Bites is a weekly newsletter that highlights helpful information on staying safe, an easy and healthy recipe to try with your family, physical activity ideas, and food resources in your area. We know you are taking extra steps to keep you and your family safe during this pandemic. Our goal is to work together and provide information to help our community maintain the safety of us all.

Nutrition Bites 2022 Vol. 40:0

July 20, 2022

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Play Safely in the Summer Heat

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Family Meals and Roasted Corn Salsa

Physical Activity Tips – Outdoor Summer Fun

Gardening – Freezing Herbs for Future Use

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Summer Feeding Site

Nutrition Bites 2022 Vol. 39:0

March 25, 2022

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Trying New Foods  

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Celebrate Spring Vegetables 

Physical Activity Tips – Enjoying Extra Daylight Outdoors 

Gardening Tips – Planting Your Seeds Early 

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Using SNAP Benefits Online at Retailers 

Nutrition Bites 2022 Vol. 38:0

January 12, 2022

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Stress-reducing Strategies for Grocery Shopping

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Curried Red Lentil Soup 

Physical Activity Tips – Check your Balance  

Gardening – Seed Swapping in your Community 

Resources in Massachusetts – Home Heating and Energy Assistance Resources 

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 37:0

October 8, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Make Time to Manage Stress 
Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Overnight Oatmeal for Breakfast
Physical Activity Tips – Enjoy the Outdoors
Gardening Tips – Bring Your Plants Inside
Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – SNAP Benefts Increased

 

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 36:0

August 23, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Staying Healthy – Eating Home-Cooked Meals  
  • Recipes and Nutrition Tips –  Garden Ratatouille and Family Meals 
  • Physical Activity Tips –  Family Fun Activities 
  • Gardening Tips –  Seed Saving for Home Gardens 
  • Food Access Resources in Massachusetts –  EBT SNAP Online Purchasing Expanded Options 

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 35:0

August 10, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Stay Safe During Heat Waves

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Keep Cool with a Plum Slushy

Physical Activity Tips – Health Benefits of Swimming

Gardening Tips– Saving your Rainwater

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Using HIP Benefits

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 34:0

June 17, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Plant-Based Protein Substitutes 

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Enjoy the Benefits of Locally Grown Foods

Physical Activity Tips – Sustainable Transportation 

Gardening Tips – Environmental Benefits of a Garden 

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Using HIP Benefits 

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 33:0

June 5, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Choose Lean Proteins

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Enjoy the Benefits of Protein

Physical Activity Tips – Strength Training Tips

Gardening Tips– Get Creative in your Garden

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts  

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 32:0

May 28, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Reducing Seasonal Allergies when Outdoors

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Manage Food Allergies by Reading Food Labels

Physical Activity Tips – Being Active Outdoors During Allergy Seasom

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Using HIP Benefits at Farmers' Markets

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 31:0

May 6, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – Be Safe When Playing Outdoors

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Grab a Healthy Snack When You’re on the Go

Physical Activity Tips – Enjoy the Sunshine Outdoors

GardeningTips – Time to Transplant your Seedlings

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Use your EBT Card to Experience the Fun and Culture of a Local Museum

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 30:0

April 12, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy –  Eating Colorful Fruits and Vegetables Provide Powerful Nutrients

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Surprising Ways to Add Fruits and Vegetables to Your Meals

Physical Activity Tips – Try These Exercise Hacks!

Food Access Resources – SNAP benefits Set to Increase

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 29:0

April 5, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy - Find Your Energy Balance

Recipes and Nutrition Tips - Personalize Your Plate for Nutrition Month

Physical Activity Tips - Make Every Step Count

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts - Extended Free Meals for Kids

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 28:0

March 17, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy - Consume Less Sodium

Recipes and Nutrition Tips - How to Make Your Own Seasoning Blends

Physical Activity Tips - Protect Your Heart with Physical Activity

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts - Learn about the Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer Program (P-EBT)

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 27:0

February 25, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy - Be Mindful When Grocery Shopping

Recipes and Nutrition Tips - Are You a Mindful Eater?

Physical Activity Tips - Try Tai Chi for a Mind-Body Practice of Movement

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts - HIP and P-EBT benefits, Project Bread, SNAP, WIC, USDA

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 26:0

February 11, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy - Food and Lifestyle Choices to Combat Seasonal Depression 

Recipes and Nutrition Tips - Try Colorful Quesadillas for a Mood-Boosting Meal

Physical Activity - Exercises to Improve Your Mood and Well-Being

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts - HIP and P-EBT benefits, Project Bread, SNAP, WIC, USDA

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