Personal health, just as the health of our waters and land, is a primary concern of Cornell Cooperative Extension. Our staff provides educational resources to meet the concerns of Long Islanders, whether in diabetes or weight management, nutrition, or the challenges of choosing the most healthful foods on a budget.
Discover Suffolk’s farm stands and farmers’ markets and learn how to make the best choices for yourself and your family when planning meals and snacks. Find tools for seniors and children to determine the most nutritious options and develop healthy eating habits. Learn why physical activity is important to a healthy lifestyle.
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Each $1 in New York state's nutrition education program reaps $10 benefit
15/03/2010
Investing in teaching low-income adults in New York state about healthy food choices, reduces health-care costs and improves productivity.
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15/03/2010
Investing in teaching low-income adults in New York state about healthy food choices, reduces health-care costs and improves productivity.
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ENERGY DRINKS: The legal drugs our kids are taking
15/04/2010
Energy drinks are readily available, regardless of age, in convenience stores, supermarkets, in checkout lines, gas stations, and even from vending machines in our schools.
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15/04/2010
Energy drinks are readily available, regardless of age, in convenience stores, supermarkets, in checkout lines, gas stations, and even from vending machines in our schools.
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