Texas A&M AgriLife Extension - Parker County

09/30/2026

Learn 8 ways to support bone health, including eating vegetables, getting enough calcium and vitamin D, strength training and weight-bearing exercise. Plus, learn when a bone density test may be recommended. http://tx.ag/QkoM5bL

From eating more veggies to lifting weights, there’s a lot you can do to improve your bone health. An orthopaedist offers tips.

09/29/2026

Do you want to be an exhibitor at the Parker County Senior Connections Expo? Area organizations, churches, businesses are invited to promote your group and products that benefit and support older adults. There is limited space, but all are welcome until help

09/29/2026

It is not too late to make plans to attend the Healthy Eating and Living for Brain Health program tomorrow.

09/29/2026

A short walk after a meal can help support blood sugar control and digestion. Learn simple ways to add a post-meal walk after breakfast, lunch, or dinner and make movement part of your daily routine. 🌿

Just finished eating? A short post-meal walk helps support blood sugar, digestion, and daily movement. Learn simple ways to add a quick walk after breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

09/25/2026

Getting back to exercise after a break? Start small, set realistic goals and build consistency over time. 💪 Discover practical strategies to overcome common barriers and make movement part of your routine. 🏃

It can be hard to start exercising after a break. Discover strategies and tips to help you get started again no matter how long it has been.

09/24/2026

🥑 Which cooking oil should you use? Learn how to choose the right oil for searing, sautéing, baking and more, plus why extra-virgin olive oil is a healthy go-to. 🍳

Learn which cooking oils are the healthiest and what you should know to safely include them in your diet.

09/23/2026

09/23/2026

❤️ Learn how high cholesterol can contribute to atherosclerosis and why knowing your risk factors, getting screened, and taking action early can help protect your heart. http://tx.ag/sUFFcZJ

Atherosclerosis signs don’t appear until the disease gets worse. But it’s preventable and also very treatable. See how to spot it and reduce heart attack risk.

09/22/2026

September is National Cholesterol Education Month! ❤️ Do you know your numbers? Learn what cholesterol levels mean, how lifestyle habits can help manage them, and why regular cholesterol checks matter for heart health. 🩺

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