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Charlotte, Virginia Family Nutrition Program

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Charlotte, Virginia Family Nutrition Program

The Virginia Family Nutrition Program, offered through Virginia Cooperative Extension, helps Virginia families Eat Smart and Move More for better health.

The Family Nutrition Program’s mission is to teach limited-resource families and youth how to make healthier food choices and become better managers of available food resources for optimal health and growth. Our programs focus on basic nutrition, physical activity, safe food handling, and thrifty food shopping. FNP offers programming across the state. Contact your local Program Assistant to find p

rograms in your area: http://www.fcs.ext.vt.edu/fnh/fnp/program-assistants-map.html

The Family Nutrition Program is offered through Virginia Cooperative Extension, an educational outreach partnership between Virginia Tech and Virginia State University. Learn more about Virginia Cooperative Extension by visiting their website: www.ext.vt.edu

Our funding comes from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) to offer the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and from the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to offer Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) in Virginia. The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) was founded in 1974 to teach limited-resource families with young children the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors required for choosing a nutritious diet, helping to improve the nutritional well-being of the whole family. Program participants gain the ability and confidence to make informed choices about eating healthy on a limited budget and to become more self-sufficient. More information about EFNEP can be found on NIFA's website: www.nifa.usda.gov/nea/food/efnep/efnep.html

Virginia implemented their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program- Education (SNAP-Ed) program in 1998. SNAP-Ed is the educational outreach division of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps). SNAP-Ed's goal is to help limited-resource families choose healthy foods within a limited budget that meet the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and USDA's MyPlate food guidance and to live physically active lives. By helping program participants improve their diet and physical activity levels, SNAP-Ed aims to prevent chronic diseases, including obesity. More information about SNAP-Ed can be found on FNS's website: http://snap.nal.usda.gov/national-snap-ed

09/30/2019

LAST CALL! This page is shutting down TONIGHT. To stay connected with us, please like Virginia Family Nutrition Program. Thanks!

09/29/2019

We missed Family Fitness Day, but these are still good tips for moving more together. http://ow.ly/NRF530pCSkh What's your family's favorite physical activity?

ACE Insight | In recognition of Family Fitness Day, nationally observed during the month of September, here are some creative ways to infuse family time with physical activity.

09/28/2019

The only way to know food is cooked to a temperature that kills germs for sure is to use a thermometer. Chart of recommended temperatures here: http://ow.ly/comR30pCS8K

09/25/2019

Ready for fall? Try this recipe for Skillet Pork and Apples for a tasty, seasonal main dish the whole family will love.

Recipes > Recipe Detail Skillet Pork and Apples Prep Time15 minutes Total Time50 minutes Servings4 Share Ingredients 4 pork loin chops 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 teaspoons olive oil 4 apples, cored and thinly sliced ⅓ cup water Instructions Season pork chops with ...

09/24/2019

This participant has made many positive changes to . What have our programs helped you do to make better food choices?

09/23/2019

Put in the work to see the results. It takes time and dedication, but eating smarter and moving more will improve your health. Commit for life!

09/22/2019

Getting young children to enjoy vegetables is tough but not impossible. Try these tips for raising veggie eaters: http://ow.ly/FWhZ30pApAq Remember, it takes time and repeated offerings (up to 10-12 times) before kids begin to like new foods, especially veggies.

A lot of parents feed their kids what food companies are telling them is kid food. It may not be good for their health. Do you want your children to...

09/20/2019

Fall is in the air, which means fall produce is at the market! Enjoy the changing season by adding fall fruits and veggies to your menu. What are you looking forward eating this fall?

09/18/2019

Want to control the amount of added sugar in your snacks? These homemade Granola Bars are a perfect choice! Full of whole grains, dried fruit, and heart-healthy nuts, these bars are tasty, healthy, and lower cost than store-bought. http://ow.ly/nuG330pyPbo Try them today!

Try making these homemade Granola Bars for your family.

09/16/2019

Take a step towards better health today. Choose one way you can eat smarter or move more and begin to create your better future right now.

09/15/2019

Any amount of physical activity is better than none, even short bursts. Everyone can find time to without spending an hour at the gym. Parking further away, taking the stairs, or a few bodyweight exercises can all make a difference.

09/12/2019

Do you always have leftovers at the end of the week? Your family can try a simple and yummy Stuffed Baked Potato recipe today! http://ow.ly/CXIO30pwx4f

By the end of the week, you might have leftovers in the fridge. A smart way to use up your leftovers is to make stuffed baked potatoes! Letting your kids make their own stuffed potato is a fun and easy way to get them involved in the kitchen. Kids helping in the kitchen boosts their... Read more »

Address

295 West Campus Drive
Blacksburg, VA
24061

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18888147627

Website

http://blogs.ext.vt.edu/eatsmart-movemore/

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