Food, Nutrition and Health

MSU Extension county-based educators provide research-based educational programming on how to maximize food resources to promote good nutrition, and health. In addition, there are programs available for people who have limited financial resources. Groups and individuals learn basic nutrition, menu planning, shopping skills, food safety, household budgeting, and food selection through experiential activities. The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) provides food and nutrition education to individuals and families who are eligible for or receiving Food Stamps. The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) provide education to help low-income families with young children stretch their food dollars and enhance their family’s nutrition.

For more information on nutrition education programs available in St. Clair County, contact:

MSU Extension
(810) 989-6935
or print and fill out this form

The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) provides food and nutrition education to low income individuals and families of all ages who are eligible for or receiving Food Stamps. Groups and individuals learn basic nutrition, menu planning, shopping skills, food safety, household budgeting, and food selection through experiential activities. Contact our office at (810) 989-6935 for more information on these two programs.

Related Internet Links	Programs
5 A Day Fruit and Vegetables Boosting Your Baby's Brain Breastfeeding Cost of Food at Home Dairy Council Food Stamp Nutrition Connection Health Homes Healthy Community Healthy Habits Build Healthy Kids Nourishing the Brain You Send to School Every Day Nutrition and Your Health--Dietary Guidelines for Americans Please Pass the Calcium Take Charge of your Health What is Pre-Diabetes?	Family Nutrition Program EFNEP Breastfeeding Initiative
	Favorite Food Nutrition Program Recipes
	Watermelon Salsa

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