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We had a great time learning together last week at our annual professional development conference!

Celebrate National Egg Month!
Eggs are an affordable, nutritious way to power your day with protein and important nutrients for growing children and busy families.
✔️ Quick to prepare
✔️ Budget-friendly
✔️ Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
✔️ A simple way to add protein to meals
This month, crack open the benefits of eggs and enjoy a healthy start to your day! 🌞 Try this quick and easy breakfast Burrito for any time of the day !!
https://foodhero.org/recipes/breakfast-burritos
Discover more healthy recipes, nutrition tips and money saving ideas in an EFNEP class. https://go.osu.edu/efnepclass

Breakfast Burritos Recipe, Breakfast Burritos, A quick and easy recipe for healthy a breakfast or any meal. Easy to customize however you like!

May is Physical Fitness & Sports Month — let’s get the whole family moving!
Looking for simple, fun ways to stay active with your kids? Here are easy ideas to build movement into your daily routine:
Active Commutes
Walk or bike to school together if you can — a great way to start the day energized.
Commercial Break Challenges
Turn TV breaks into mini workouts: jumping jacks, planks, or dance-offs!
Chores = Exercise
Rake leaves, wash the car, or garden together — it all counts as movement.
Tips for Success:
• Be a role model — your energy is contagious
• Let kids take turns choosing activities
• Keep it fun — it’s about moving, not perfection
Let’s make fitness a family habit this month
Discover fun ways to keep your family active with EFNEP. Join us here: https://go.osu.edu/efnepclass

Happy National Salad Day!
Salads aren’t just tasty—they’re packed with health benefits! From boosting digestion to supporting heart health, here’s why you should love your greens:
1. Packed with Nutrients
2. Boosts Digestion
3. Supports Weight Loss
4. Improves Heart Health
5. Hydrates Your Body
Toss up a salad today and enjoy a fresh, nutritious boost!

Try this 5 A Day Salad !!! This nutrient-packed salad uses ten different vegetables, and each serving is equal to five cups of vegetables!
https://www.nutrition.gov/recipes/5-day-salad
Discover more healthy recipes, nutrition tips and money saving ideas in an EFNEP class. https://go.osu.edu/efnepclass

Today is National Food Waste Day! It’s a great reminder that small actions at home can make a big difference. Families can work together to save food, save money, and help the planet.
Here are a few easy ideas to try:
Plan meals together so food gets used instead of wasted.
Create an “Eat Me First” bin in the fridge for foods that need to be eaten soon.
Have a leftover challenge and turn last night’s meal into something new.
Shop with a list so you only buy what you need.
Freeze extras to enjoy later instead of throwing them away.
Small changes can add up to less waste, more savings, and smarter food habits for the whole family!

Find tips on reducing food waste in EFNEP! Sign up here: https://go.osu.edu/efnepclass

Spring storms can happen anytime—be ready if the power goes out!
• Keep your fridge at 40°F or below and freezer at 0°F
• Avoid opening doors to keep the cold air inside
• Food in the fridge stays safe up to 4 hours
• A full freezer keeps food safe up to 48 hours (24 hours if half-full)
• Use coolers with ice to keep important foods cold if the outage lasts longer
If perishable foods like meat, dairy, or leftovers have been above safe temperatures—when in doubt, throw it out.
Stay safe and be prepared for this storm season
Learn the best practices for storing food safely with EFNEP. Sign up here: https://go.osu.edu/efnepclass

🥪✨ April 12 = National Grilled Cheese Day!
Celebrate with a lighter twist on a classic favorite: whole grain bread, melty cheese, and a boost of veggies 🥦🍅 for a sandwich that’s just as nourishing as it is nostalgic.
What’s your favorite healthy add-in? 👇
Try this veggie-packed grilled cheese:
https://celebrateyourplate.org/.../supreme-veggie-grilled...
💡 For more nutrition tips, budget-friendly recipes, and ways to save:
go.osu.edu/efnepclass

Healthy Eating on a Budget
Grocery shopping with your family can be a great way to teach kids about healthy choices and saving money.
Try these simple tips:
Choose store brands and compare prices
Use coupons for foods you already buy
Buy fruits and vegetables in season
Try low-cost protein foods like beans, eggs, peanut butter, and canned fish
Healthy meals can still fit your budget.
Discover more nutrition and money-saving tips in an EFNEP class:
https://go.osu.edu/efnepclass

Spring holiday meals are for making memories—not foodborne illness! Keep food safety in mind:
🚫 Avoid the “Danger Zone” (40°F–140°F):
• Don’t leave food out more than 2 hours (1 hour if it’s over 90°F)
• Keep hot foods HOT (140°F or above)
• Keep cold foods COLD (40°F or below)
Safe food = healthy families
For nutrition tips, recipes, and ways to save money: go.osu.edu/efnepclass