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Parents ➡️ Try printing these activity sheets for kids to learn about healthy eating that include a coloring page, word scramble, crossword puzzle, and more 🥳 Click here to access more activity sheets: #kids" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">choosemyplate.gov/browse-by-audi… #TXEFNEP #MyPlate

Freeze cherries or any fruit of your choice to make a delicious and healthy treat for hot summer days. Simply wash, freeze, and enjoy! (for young children - cut fruit in half) 🍇🍒🍉 #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #NIFAimpacts #Fruit

Include your children in meal prep tonight! The more you involve them, the more likely they will be to try a new dish or food. Teach them about the 5 MyPlate food groups and discuss which ingredients fall into each food group. #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #NIFAimpacts #MyPlate

Try making a healthy change to your daily life and work on it until it becomes a habit. Even small changes like adding more fruits and vegetables to meals or parking further away at the grocery store can add up to big benefits over time. #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #NIFAimpacts

To help protect yourself, grocery store workers, and other shoppers, it is important to keep a few things in mind: Source: fda.gov/food/food-safe… #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #ShoppingDuringCOVID19

Cleaning removes dirt and germs from surfaces or object – using soap and water to physically remove them. Sanitizing lowers the number of germs by disinfecting surfaces or objects using a diluted liquid chlorine bleach. Source: fightbac.org/food-safety-ba… #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks

Working remotely with the kids home? Check out these useful tips 👍 1)Use visual cues to designate your work area 2)Help kids create routine 3)Communicate with managers and team 4)Set realistic expectations 5)Reach out for help or resources #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #WorkingRemotely

Find out which foods are good sources of dietary fiber, vitamin D, calcium, iron, & potassium Look for foods that are lower in saturated & trans fat, sodium, & added sugars Be sure to look at the serving size & per container-sometimes one package can be multiple servings

Almost a MyPlate Sundae is a fun snack or dessert that children will enjoy making 🍓🤗 Recipes ⤵️ English - efnep.tamu.edu/recipe/almost-… Spanish - efnep.tamu.edu/recipe/helado-… #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #NIFAimpacts #EFNEPrecipes #TXEFNEPrecipes #AlmostaMyPlateSundae

Set up a regular routine to be active every day, by planning a physical activity or exercise break either by yourself, by joining an online class, or by setting up a time to be active online with your friends or colleagues. Source: who.int/emergencies/di… #EFNEP #TXEFNEP

Happy Monday everyone ✨ Comment your favorite motivational quote 👇 #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #Motivation #MotivationalMonday

Get the entire family involved! After dinner, assign everyone a task in the clean up ✅ Everything from clearing the dishes, loading the dishwasher, and putting away leftovers can get the family up and moving. Finish off the evening by going for a family walk 🥳

The seasoning aisle at the store is FILLED with all kinds of products intended to enhance the flavor of your foods. Unfortunately, many of these products are packed with more sodium than you may realize 👎. Using herbs and spices can be a salt-free way to season your food 🙌

Let's get creative in the kitchen today! Our Mexican Pilaf with Chicken is quick and easy to whip up for you and your loved ones 🥳 Recipe: efnep.tamu.edu/recipe/mexican…

If you are able to go for a walk or bicycle ride,practice physical distancing and wash your hands with water and soap before you leave, when you get to where you are going, and as soon as you get home. If water and soap are not immediately available, use alcohol-based hand rub 👍

Need a delicious side dish for dinner tonight? Try our Black Bean and Corn Salsa! Recipe: efnep.tamu.edu/recipe/black-b… #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #NIFAimpacts #TXEFNEPrecipes #EFNEPrecipes

How to stay safe while exercising during COVID-19: Do not exercise if you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing. Stay home and rest, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority 👍 Source: who.int/emergencies/di… #EFNEP

Celebrate National Egg Day by making this quick and easy microwaved egg in a mug recipe.  🍳🥚  #nationaleggday #egg #protein #EFNEP

Part 3 of Nutrients that Support a Healthy Immune System! Today, we're focusing on Vitamin D 🥛🍨 #EFNEP #TXEFNEP #EFNEPworks #NIFAimpacts #VitaminD

Happy Mother's Day!! We hope you all have a wonderful day! #efnep #txefnep #efnepworks