Nutrition & Health

During the COVID-19 pandemic, you can help spread the word about Central Sierra resources to make sure everyone has enough to eat.

HONOLULU Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it has prevented several shipments of an illegal health product from entering U.S. Pacific ports under federal pesticide laws. The item, Virus Shut Out, is not registered with the EPA.

March is a great time to begin eating the many types of greenery that emerge in Springtime. Chard, often called Swiss chard or rainbow chard depending on the color of the plant stems, is a versatile ingredient to include in meals this month.

The CalFresh Healthy Living program is working hard to support Central Sierra communities and schools virtually during this time of social distancing. Explore the resources below for ideas to keep learning and stay active while at home.

Below is the latest Information from the CDC on Food Safety and COVID-19, as of 3/23/2020. More resources for food safety, food storage, and cooking are available on the Central Sierra COVID-19 Community Resources page.

Yes, it's summer time; time for simple, easy living. I know we've been in the kitchen more than ever these last few months and you might need some new go-to ideas for the long hot days ahead. The spaghetti salad is a great make-ahead recipe that serves a crowd.

Visit these links for a round-up of recent health and nutrition news, information, and events. For general healthy eating information based on an expert analysis of nutrition research, visit ChooseMyPlate.gov . For individual questions, consult a registered dietitian or medical provider.

If you've ever played the childhood game of hide and seek, in which you try to conceal yourself from others, you know the outcome.

The legendary Bruce Hammock, UC Davis distinguished professor who holds a joint appointment with the Department of Entomology and Nematology and the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center--is featured in the current edition of American Entomologist.

Al igual que el resto de los californianos, me encuentro trabajando desde casa y confinado al espacio de mi hogar. Son medidas preventivas en donde solos se nos permite salir para adquirir cosas esenciales, tales como alimentos o provisiones para consumir y cocinar en casa.