Del Norte CalFresh Healthy Living (SNAP-Ed) supports healthy, active and nourished lifestyles by teaching Del Norte residents about good nutrition and how to stretch their food dollars, while also building partnerships in communities to make the healthy choice, the easy choice.

Visit Del Norte CalFresh Healthy Living website and learn more about nutrition and physical activity resources and healthful tips. Let's celebrate healthy victories that lead your families healthier and happier!

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Harvest of the Month

December was marked by a clear drop in participation numbers as many were stuck at home with sickness. Winter is the time of year when everything slows down (like food kept in cold storage or bears in hibernation) our internal systems work the same way. So to keep cold and flu at bay, or at least recover faster when they strike, it is important to consume extra vitamins (like vitamins C, D and A) to keep your body strong during these long, cold months.

It can also be helpful to eat fruits and vegetables that are grown locally and in season. That is why we celebrate Harvest of the Month. This month’s featured recipe was winter vegetables in coconut sauce which is a comforting warm dish that is almost like a creamy soup and is versatile enough that you can choose which vegetables you prefer to be in it and it is still delicious! We showcased this recipe at Terwer Park in Klamath Glen, Smith River Elementary in Smith River, and Pacific Pantry in Crescent City, serving 94 participants.

Harvest of the Month is a great way to encourage your child to eat more fruits and vegetables at home. Click HERE for some tips and tricks to storing, preparing, and delicious varieties of yummy root vegetables!

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Reoccurring Physical Activity Opportunity

The goal of CalFresh Healthy Living is to prevent chronic lifestyle diseases such as obesity and diabetes, where possible, by supporting healthy, active, and nourishing lifestyles. We advocate balanced nutrition, daily physical activity, hydration, and gardening. We utilize and build community partnerships to make the healthy choice, the easy choice.

The California State Parks Association offers hikes on the first day of each month. This is a fun and free, family friendly opportunity. Check out their website for more information.

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Also check out our calendar of events on the Del Norte CalFresh website!

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