Category: EFNEP

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties One Charleston community agency demonstrates what can happen when nutrition education meets enthusiasm, consistency, and genuine care. During our Eat Smart, Be Active fruit and vegetable lesson, participants eagerly gather to learn how quick, simple, and delicious healthy eating can be. From the very first session, […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties Whole grains are tiny nutritional powerhouses, carrying the full trio of bran, germ, and endosperm. When we choose whole grains over refined ones, we choose steady energy, better digestion, and long-term health. They provide natural fiber, vitamins, and minerals that help our bodies feel full, stay energized, and […]

Patti H. Chapman, EFNEP Nutrition Educator, Beaufort County The indulgent season is upon us.  Hopefully you and your kiddos haven’t eaten all the Halloween candy already!  Maybe it’s time to plan for that “Turkey Trot” before your Thanksgiving feast!  Let’s be real though, who doesn’t celebrate the holidays with a few too many treats?  Life’s […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties Youth at Yes, I Can!  After-school program were all smiles as they received their certificate of completion from the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program.  Yes, I Can! empowers youth through learning.  This program is dedicated to fostering every student’s academic, social and emotional growth while […]

Patti Chapman, EFNEP Nutrition Educator, Beaufort County Would you quench your thirst in this summer heat by drinking a big, tall glass of SUGAR?!?!  At a recent “Child Abuse Prevention Festival,” Nutrition Educator, Patti Chapman, encouraged attendees to guess and measure out how much sugar is in a 20-oz. bottle of Coca-Cola.  The answer is […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties Do you have a favorite fruit or vegetable?  Did you know that consuming fruits and vegetables has many great benefits?   A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and prevent some types of cancer.   Eating […]

Patti Chapman, Nutrition Educator Beaufort County Nutrition Educator Patti Chapman recently taught the “Teen Cuisine” program to six enthusiastic groups of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders.  These students had so much fun during the cooking portion of the lessons.  So often, they would think the recipe didn’t sound good because it was healthy.  However, once […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties Middle school is an important period for adolescents to establish healthy habits that will last a lifetime. It promotes optimal growth and development by allowing youth to become more independent and assist with healthier eating practices. Students at Hanahan Middle School demonstrate exactly that! Mrs. Hill, […]

Patti Chapman, Nutrition Educator – Beaufort County Beaufort County Nutrition Educator, Patti Chapman, has been teaching the “Choose Health: Food, Fun, and Fitness” program to eight wonderful groups of fourth and fifth graders.  During the lesson pictured below, students learned the importance of eating whole grains and made the “Veggie Pick-Pockets” recipe.  Students enjoyed filling […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and    Charleston Counties As we embrace the warmth of summer, with hotter temperatures and longer days, it is an excellent opportunity to work toward our health and well-being goals. Going outside for outdoor activities and fun-filled adventures is always wonderful. I want to share a few pointers with […]