Maine families across the state love supporting their local farmers – and saving money while doing it! Read on to learn three easy tips for saving money at the farmers’ market.
Maine SNAP-Ed Blog
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Five Tips For Eating More Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables not only taste good…they can make you feel great, too! Learn five tips for eating them on a more regular basis by reading on.
Growing Together: How Maine Families Can Garden to Eat Healthy on a Budget
Gardening is a great way to get fresh produce for your family right at home and to spend quality time with kids. It can even help keep your grocery budget down too. Read to learn more.
Maine Families Love Hiking: Three Ways You Can Find Trails Near You
It’s easy to see why Maine families love to hike. Read more for ways to find trails near you and to get budget-friendly trail snack recipes.
Bridging Cultures, Fostering Community Health: Isi Muñoz Addresses Nutrition Equity in Bar Harbor
Maine SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator Isi Muñoz delivers trauma-informed nutrition programming in Bar Harbor to celebrate diverse cultures and improve access to nutritious food for local migrant workers.
Create a Good Food Mood to Enjoy Meals Together!
Want to learn how to make family mealtimes more enjoyable? Read on for tips to help set a Good Food Mood!
‘Tis the Season For All Things Pumpkin!
Do you decorate with pumpkins or are you more likely to sip your morning brew flavored with pumpkin spice? Maybe you do both! This time of year many a doorstep is donning a pumpkin or two, which adds a splash of color to the faded hues of summer. Put a pumpkin anywhere inside or out and voila, instant decor! During pumpkin season, we can explore its uses beyond decoration.
Keep it Simple and Plan Ahead – Keys to Avoid Meal Prep Burnout
Who doesn’t love the idea of meals made in 10 minutes or less? Read more to discover how to keep it simple and plan ahead to avoid meal prep burnout.
One Pantry Staple, Three Healthy Meals!
You can simplify mealtimes this summer by transforming one pantry staple into three easy meals! Read on to learn how to use simple whole wheat tortillas to make a snack, lunch, and dinner.
Managing Seasonal Abundance to Avoid Food Waste, and Feed Your Family Well
Read on for tips for managing seasonal abundance to avoid food waste and feed your family well.