Nutrition Connections

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The Queen of Fruits and Veggies
Christine Parshall helps people of all ages lead healthier lives
Christine Parshall, a longtime educator with UNH Extension's Nutrition Connections program, helps people of all ages lead healthier lives through her ... Learn More
Balanced diet of meat, fish, nuts, beans, eggs, fruits and vegeetables.
The Importance of Nutrition in Preventing and Mitigating Postpartum Depression
A balanced diet is important to reducing risk of mood disorders
Postpartum depression is a severe mood disorder that affects roughly 15% of mothers. Mothers suffering from postpartum depression may exhibit feelings... Learn More
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Early Childhood Language Development
Interview with Emily Leavitt Creteau, Speech Language Pathologist
Early childhood is an age where children are learning at a rapid pace! In the blink of an eye our children go from infants in need of support with nea... Learn More
Balance and Mindfulness
Boost Your Brain: Evidenced-Based Strategies to Keep Your Mind Sharp
Boost Your Brain: Evidenced-Based Strategies to Keep Your Mind Sharp Learn More
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The Fine Line Between Fact and Fiction - Marketing Claims on Food Products
When looking for a healthier food option for you and your family, what words or phrases stand out to you when determining if a food product is healthy... Learn More
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Cooking for 1 or 2
You would think cooking for one would be easier, but cooking for one, or even two, can have its own challenges. Typically, recipes are created for mul... Learn More
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SMARTer Goals for New Year's and Beyond
New Year's was just around the corner! Did you set yourself a New Year's resolution foal to improve your health this year? Whether you were looking at... Learn More
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What Is All The Hype About Protein?
Along with the raising popularity of gym culture and building muscle, athletes and people in general have been all over the protein hype. Protein is a... Learn More
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Is Your High Blood Pressure Medication Putting You At Risk For COVID-19?
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, fear-mongering and claims about miracle cures have brought lots of misinformation to the internet. Learn More
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Celiacs vs Gluten Intolerant and Gluten-Free Friendly Foods
What is Gluten? Gluten is a protein that is found in some grains such as wheat, rye, and barley, and foods made with those grains such as bread, co... Learn More