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Do you have a meal plan?

We do not. However, we recommend using the USDA Dietary Guidelines/MyPlate. MyPlate has a Daily Checklist that shows your food group targets as well as what and how much of what to eat within your caloric allowance. Also, a SuperTracker’s MyPlan for more advance users. Both tools can be found on the choosemyplate.gov webpage.

Do you have recipe books?

Yes. We offer recipes during lessons with each topic and a recipe book at graduation.  Recipes can also be downloaded on the choosemyplate.gov website.

Do you have an exercise plan?

We currently do not have an exercise plan; however, we will have a DVD offered through the SNAP program soon.

What can I do if my child won't eat certain foods?

Our programs share healthy tips for picky eaters as well as a kitchen helper activity. Allowing your child(ren) to help you in the kitchen is a good way to get your child to try new foods.

FYI: If the child is healthy, growing normal and has energy, then, he/she is getting the nutrients needed. If there is still a concern, contact your child’s pediatrician.

What can I do to lose weight?

EFNEP and SNAP programs focus on being the healthier. We recommend using the Dietary Guidelines/MyPlate information along with physical activity to achieve lifestyle changes. Remember, three key factors: 1. Make smart choices from all five food groups, 2. Find a balance between food and physical activity, and 3. Get the most nutrients out of the calories you eat. If problems are more severe, consult your doctor.

Does whole grain help you lose or maintain weight?

There are studies that have revealed eating more whole grains can help with weight loss in addition to helping to maintain a healthy weight. This is because foods with fiber (found in whole grains) tend to make us feel fuller, thus, lower caloric intake.

How does physical activity and eating work together? Can I have one without the other?

Physical activity and eating right work together with balancing calories in with calories out. Yes, you can have one without the other but you will have greater success and feel better with a combination of the two. The goal is to be a healthier you by making small lifestyle changes.

Is there a study that shows if eating after a certain time contributes to weight gain or weight loss? If so, what is the cutoff time for the last meal of the night?

Although there are studies that suggest this theory to be true and false, what we recommend is staying within your daily caloric needs, which can be found on the choosemyplate.gov website.

How many days a week should I exercise to maintain my weight?

Dietary Guidelines/MyPlate recommends at least 30 minutes a day of physical activity. But, you should also remember that the program will teach you about balancing calories in with calories out along with physical activity to be a healthier you.

If I don't drink water, what can I do in the place of it?

Water plays an important part in being a healthier you. Try to infuse your water naturally with fresh fruits. You may want to try foods and drinks with high water content such as cucumbers, celery, radishes, tomatoes, cauliflower, spinach, broccoli, fruits and coconut water. Try to consume these foods raw so the water content is not lost with cooking or baking.

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  • Healthy Resources
    • Nutrition Education
    • Physical Activity
    • Smart Shopping
    • Food Safety
    • Healthy Recipes
    • Gardening & Planting
      • B.R.I.C. Gardening
      • B.R.I.C. Garden Locations
    • Community Involvement
  • Media Publications
    • Magazines
    • Fact Sheets
    • Infographic Sheets
    • Videos
    • Community Food Resource Guide
    • Calendars
  • News & Events
  • Kidz Korner
    • Become a MyPlate Champion
    • Activity Sheets
    • MyPlate Song
    • Champion Certificate
    • Kidz Korner Media
  • C.H.E.F. Camp
    • C.H.E.F. Camp 2025
    • C.H.E.F. Camp 2024
    • C.H.E.F. Camp 2023
    • C.H.E.F. Camp 2022
    • C.H.E.F. Camp 2021
  • About Us
  • Contact
    • FAQs
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