Urban SNAP-Ed - Alabama Extension

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Urban SNAP-Ed focus for the month of March is, "Beyond The Table: 2024 National Nutrition Month"

Visit the USDA MyPlate page for more information on knowing nutritional food knowledge…https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/what-is-myplate

For more information on Physical Activity, visit this link to the CDC webpage...https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/index.htm

February is American Heart Month !

Heart Disease and Strokes are the #1 & #5 killers in the Nation. Let’s focus on our Heart Health all February !

Happy New Years from the Urban SNAP-Ed - Alabama Extension Team!

We are starting off the year focusing on creating healthy habits. We want to begin the year on the right foot by being physically active!

Watch this video to get some information on the topic!

https://youtu.be/vJAlAlA7KlE?si=aWrfkuOiFd7tu_dK

The Mobile Unit is on The Move ❗️ The SNAP-Ed team was in full motion last Friday ❗️

Happy Holidays from our SNAP-Ed family to yours! Food Banks and other Community Resources can be valuable during the holiday season! Scan the QR to find Food Banks in your area



Food Bank of North Alabama
https://feedingalabama.org/alabama-food-bank-network/

Turkey is the Main Event of Thanksgiving, and we want YOU to get it right! Let's get that turkey right this Thanksgiving with tips from the USDA!

Fresh Turkeys should be bought 1-2 days before you plan to cook them.

Frozen Turkeys can be kept frozen in the freezer indefinitely; however, cook within 1 year for best quality.

Do not buy fresh pre-stuffed turkeys.

Click link for the full article from the USDA:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/poultry/lets-talk-turkey-roasting

The November Focus for the Urban SNAP-Ed - Alabama Extension program is Food Safety for the holiday season!

To start off this month's content check out these links:

CDC Food Safety Tips:
https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/communication/holidays.html

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken:
https://youtu.be/nlgTq_9IxOU?si=zV0YFkbaLB8Oz4V5

Extension Week Recap On the Hill 🐶

The Urban SNAP-Ed -Alabama Cooperative Extension System Focus for the Month of the October is Fruit and Vegetables!

It's Harvest Season, and we have some special recipes that fit the theme. Check out our Squash and Zucchini Casserole Recipe at the the link below!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUboar0OJyw

Also, try the SOW App. It can provide optimum time to plant each crop in your garden!

Sow App:
https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/sow-planting-companion/

It's Friday morning! Let's get this weekend started off right with a healthy breakfast!

4 Reasons to eat a healthy breakfast:
1. Increased Energy
2. Improved Concentration
3. Essential Nourishment
4. Better Mood

Please join Gloria Maxie, Urban SNAP-Ed Regional Educator for the Southern Region, as she presents "Let's Talk About Food Safety" 9/21/2023 at 1:00 pm. This class is free to the public. Click the link below to register.

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Please join Gloria Maxie, Urban SNAP-Ed Regional Educator for the Southern Region, as she presents "Where's Your Vegetables & Fruits?" 9/15/2023 at 1:00 pm. This class is free to the public. Click the link below to register.

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Catch the Urban SNAP-Ed -Alabama Cooperative Extension System's Mobile Unit Madison County Farmers Market Tomorrow!

Saturday August 12th, 2023!

August is in full motion! As we welcome the students back on campus and back in the classroom, lets acknowledge

This is a great chance to make a conscious decision to eat healthy to start the new school year off right! Don't forget to:

Watch you temp! Make sure to use ice packs to keep food cold.

Use insulated lunch boxes!

Veggies & Fruits can be eaten at room temperature!

How do you know if my grill is hot enough?

Most grilling is done over high heat, where you'll get a nice sear on the outside of your meats and veggies. Here is a guide for your grilling temperatures!

Grill temperature cheat sheet

What to Cook
Level
Temperature (°F)

Searing steak
High heat
450°F to 650°F

Vegetables, Burgers, poultry, seafood
Medium high heat
375°F to 450°F

BBQ meat and poultry Kale
Medium heat
350°F to 375°F

Slow cooked meats
Low heat
300°F to 350°F

Fun Fact: Grill Mold dies at 140 degrees Fahrenheit.

Let’s go Behind The Scenes (BTS) with the SNAP-Ed staff who shot food recipe videos with the today !

July is Here and is on us! Let’s get outside with the family , and fire up that

July is Here and is on us! Let's get outside with the family, and fire up that . Family, Friends, and Fun Activities are the best parts of , and we Urban SNAP-Ed -Alabama Cooperative Extension System can't wait to participate with you!

The Dish of the Week is here! We have a refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Salad recipe via the educators of the Urban SNAP-Ed -Alabama Cooperative Extension System program!

Check out this link to see a step-by-step recipe:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIfGmix4O6I

And don't forget we are still in

The banana sushi recipe is easy to prepare and great as a quick treat to make with family and friends. This recipe is versatile as well, so add anything you want to make it yours!

Ingredients:

1 Banana

2-3 Tablespoons Peanut Butter (or spread of your choice)

1-2 Tablespoons Granola or other Cereal, Dry, Crushed

Directions:

PEEL the banana and place it on a cutting board.

SPREAD the peanut butter on top of the banana.

ADD the granola on top of the peanut butter.

SLICE the roll into ½” to 1-inch pieces.

SERVE rolls on a plate. ENJOY as a snack or dessert,

Spread Ideas

-Almond butter

-Sunflower seed butter

-Jelly

-Dark chocolate, melted**

**Note: In a microwaveable bowl, microwave 2-3 squares of dark chocolate for 20 seconds and give it a stir. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely smooth.

Additional Topping Ideas:

-Dried fruits: raisins, cranberries

-Nuts and seeds: peanuts, almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds

-Coconut flakes

-Cereal, granola, and trail mix

-Drizzle of melted dark chocolate and honey

TIP: Best to choose a firm banana that is not too ripe. You may leave peeled bananas in lemon juice to prevent it from browning. Suggest cutting banana into halves or thirds to use a variety of spreads and toppings. The banana sushi may oxidize and turn brown in the fridge overnight.

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month! Fruits and vegetables provide many of the essential vitamins & minerals our bodies need to function. Let's make a collective effort to eat more fruits & vegetables this June 2023!

This Junes lets:

Visit our local Farmer's Markets https://agi.alabama.gov/farmersmarket/locations/farmers-market-location-map/

& Journey to Eat Healthy

Fun Facts: Potatoes were the first veggie grown in space & Cranberries can bounce.

The Benefits of Walking can be applied in different methods:

Brisk Walking at a quick pace provides a gentle workout with heart-healthy benefits. A typical brisk walk is 20 minutes per mile. A good measure is when you have reached a pace where you can still have a conversation but cannot sing a song.

During Interval Walking you will change your pace from fast to a bit slower for set timed intervals. Typically increase speed for short intervals like 30 seconds, then return to a slightly slower pace to recover. Repeat the intervals throughout your walk. This is a fun way to change your routine and build endurance.

Last but not least, Inclined Walking. Whether on a treadmill or walking up a hill, walking on a n incline raises your heart rate to levels similar to running. Walking up a hill helps burn more calories and strengthens muscles in your lower body.

Everyone has stress related issues. Stress can be the root of health concerns such as high blood pressure 🩸

Participating in physical activity is not only good for your health, but also helps relieve stress!

Everyone has stress-related issues. Stress can be the root of health concerns such as high blood pressure. Participating in some form of physical activity is not only good for your health, but also helps relieve stress!

Lights! Camera! Action! This Friday, SNAP-Ed educator Della Taylor will be on television. The cooking class that she co-hosted will air on WYAM-TV channel 51.

The show was fun, educational, and insightful!

The Urban SNAP-Ed -Alabama Cooperative Extension System Logo Contest is in full effect! We identify as , and want to incorporate that school spirit into a NEW logo for the SNAP-Ed program on the Hill!

Please use this link:
https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6xRi9vzhN2jA7eS