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Tips to Help You and Your Family Have a Healthy and Happy Fall Season

The calendar has flipped from August to September, meaning that fall is right around the corner. This season of transition brings back to school excitement, turning leaves, and cooler temperatures. It als...

The Future of Food Stamps: What Changes Are Coming and What You Need to Know

For over six decades, the United States food stamp program has provided long-term assistance to families and individuals, granting them access to food. As one of the largest public aid programs i...

Easy Tips to Look and Feel Younger

Aging is unavoidable, but it brings different changes to the body. Many people are eager to keep their youthful glow for as long as possible. You can slow down how quickly your body ages and help maintain that youthful look a...

Facts about SNAP Food Benefits

Millions of men and women in the United States are currently receiving benefits under SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. This program is considered a safety net for those who need assistance buying healthy food. The Food and Nu...

How to Encourage Healthy Eating Habits in Your Children Without a Battle

One of the most challenging jobs of any parent is encouraging your children to develop healthy eating habits. Bribing kids to clean their plate is a centuries-old tactic that many parents lean on as a ...

One Year Since the Pandemic Began. What Do We Know Now That We Didn't Then?

It has officially been one year since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 global pandemic. Since that time, the world has been turned upside-down with over 2.6 million deaths a...

New York Has Trouble Processing Food Stamps Applications

The food stamps program that is controlled by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), now known as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), is typically one of the best-operated programs that the federal ...

How to Store Your Produce for Optimal Taste, Longevity, and Nutrition

While it may not seem like it now with winter weather gripping much of the nation, spring is just around the corner. With the arrival of spring comes a full bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables. This is ...

7 Wellness Activities to Try This Spring

On March 3, Illinois State University sent a message welcoming spring and inviting its community to partake in some fun activities that promote wellness. After being cooped up for the winter, most people are ready to get out of the ho...