Healthy People

Young girl walking with a glass reusable bottle of water in hand.
What's Living In Your Water Bottle?
Reusable water bottles are popular for their environmental benefits, but they can harbor harmful bacteria if not cleaned properly. While single-use pl... Learn More
A strong arm drawn in chalk on a blackboard demonstrating the strength of protein in the human body.
How Much Protein Do Older Adults Need and Why?
Older adults need more protein than younger individuals to maintain muscle mass, strength, and overall health, yet up to 71% of them don’t meet daily ... Learn More
Hands holding glass of ice coffee and cup of hot coffee together at cafe.
Coffee, Caffeine - Is It Good For You? Fast Food Coffee vs Homemade
Many Americans start their day with coffee, primarily for its caffeine, a natural stimulant that boosts alertness and mental energy. While moderate ca... Learn More
Woman with fork in hand taking tuna fish out of a can and into a bowl.
Is Eating Tuna Safe For Me? What About Children?
Tuna is a nutrient-rich seafood that can be part of a healthy diet, but its safety depends on factors like mercury levels and individual health status... Learn More
Bottles with different kinds of seed oils.
Are Seed Oils Toxic?
Seed oils like canola, soybean, and sunflower are often labeled as “toxic” or “inflammatory,” but scientific evidence doesn’t fully support these clai... Learn More
Fresh vegetables cut up on a cutting board.
Strive for a Balanced Diet Rather than a Fad Diet
Fad diets promise quick weight loss by restricting certain foods, but they are often unsustainable and can lead to health risks like poor long-term we... Learn More
Peaceful little girl with eyes closed finding comfort and serenity hugging a tree.
Big Trees, Big Benefits: How Nature Provides Wellness for All Ages
The ATLAS program, a collaboration between SELT and UNH Extension, connects youth and educators to nature through outdoor learning and mindfulness. Ne... Learn More
Woman walking in park from the legs down.
Walking to Wellness with NH SNAP-Ed
Rosie, once reliant on a wheelchair, transformed her life through Walk With Ease, a free SNAP-Ed-supported walking program that provided the structure... Learn More
Garden beds at Bessie Rowell Community Center teach kids using the Great Garden Detective curriculum.
Planting More Than Seeds with NH SNAP-Ed
NH SNAP-Ed’s garden-based education programs transform school gardens into year-round outdoor classrooms that teach children about healthy eating, nat... Learn More
Produce from the White Horse Recovery Community Garden to increase summer youth food security in Carroll County.
Nourishing Youth Through Community Partnership and Commitment to Summer Meals
The Carroll County Food Access Network (CCFAN), supported by SNAP-Ed and NH Hunger Solutions, has created a successful model for expanding summer meal... Learn More