SNAP-Ed News & Updates

February 2022 Volume 3-Issue 8

SNAP-Ed is a FREE, confidential nutrition education program that helps families manage food resources during tough economic times. The Extension Nutrition Team of knowledgeable nutrition educators provide practical, hands-on activities, and skills for healthy meal prep, as well as explore the importance of physical activity in a healthy lifestyle for the community members in the North Country.

Visit our website for more recipes and tips for eating healthy for yourself and your family.

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February is National

Hot Breakfast Month!!

Lets talk breakfast and what we get from it!!

We all have mornings that are jam packed. We might wake up late, struggle with picky eaters, or teens with no appetite in the morning... this can make mornings very stressful. Try to remember through it all that breakfast is an important meal.

After waking up, a balanced meal can make a large difference in overall health and well-being- especially for children and teens, research shows. There are healthy breakfast options that are available regardless of the morning hurdles you might face.

Some benefits of eating a healthy breakfast are:

Breakfast gives you your first boost of energy that will get you through the day and help overcome feelings of grogginess upon first waking up.
Breakfast can help with concentration and helps you retain and recall information more efficiently.
Breakfast helps you maintain a healthy body weight.
Breakfast also is your first chance at providing your body with essential nutrients during the day, which can often not be accomplished in those who skip breakfast.

Try to include at least 2-3 of the following healthy breakfast essentials to ensure you are getting the nutrients you need and to keep yourself and your children feeling full throughout the day.

Whole Grains: Cereals and oatmeal that are low in sugar and high in fiber, whole wheat tortillas, whole-wheat toast or 1/2 of a wheat bagel.
Lean Protein: Peanut butter, nut butter, beans, hard-boiled eggs or lean meats.
Low-fat dairy: Low-fat or skim milk, cottage cheese and low-fat yogurt.
Fruits and vegetables: Fresh or frozen fruit, 100% real fruit juice with no added sugar, try a smoothie with both fruits and vegetables.

Try to remember that breakfast does not have to be complicated, fancy, or time consuming. It does not matter if you have time to cook in the morning or you just have time to grab something and eat on the go, try to get your grains, protein, dairy, fruits and vegetables for a completely balanced breakfast to keep you going all day long! For this information and more visit https://www.unh.edu/healthyunh/

Would you like even more breakfast recipes? Visit our SNAP-Ed New York - Recipe page.

Remember, the benefits of healthy eating add up over time, bite by bite!

When there is no time to make breakfast in the morning for your school age children, no worries! Look into your schools breakfast program.

Click the image below to print the informational handout.

Recipe of the Week

Healthy Egg Burrito!

Add more veggies to your breakfast with this healthy egg burrito. Try it with any of your favorite veggies or substitute canned beans instead of eggs!

For the recipe click here!

Have you checked out our Recipe Bank yet?

For more delicious recipes, tips & tricks and more please visit our SNAP-Ed NY website .

For the Kids...

Hey kids, print out the sheet below!

Try to unscramble all the breakfast words!

(click on the image below to print the sheet)

Adults

Check out our Calendar to see more upcoming classes!

The Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. it can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet.

To find out more about SNAP Benefits and other assistance program you may be eligible for visit: mybenefits.ny.gov

If you need help applying for SNAP, call or email a Nutrition Outreach and Education Program (NOEP) Coordinator. NOEP Coordinators tell you if you may be eligible for SNAP, answer any questions you may have, and help you complete and submit your application. It is free and confidential.

St. Lawrence- Maximizing Independent Living Center- 315-764-9442 x405

Jefferson- Outreach Coordinator of Food Bank of NNY. -315-437-1899 x279

Clinton -Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, Inc.- 518-563-4022 x112

Franklin- Maximizing Independent Living Center -518-483-2151

This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP.

If you have a disability and are having trouble accessing information in this newsletter or need materials in an alternate format, contact bmr37@cornell.edu for assistance.

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