Nutrition Connections

Cute little Asian 1 year old toddler baby boy child practices yoga in Downward Facing Dog Pose and meditating outdoors in nature during the summer time.
Pairing Mindfulness with Physical Activity for Young Children
Building the mind-body connection
Being mindful is an important skill for children to learn at an early age. Being mindful not only helps with emotional regulation but is also related ... Learn More
Young female school teacher reading a book to infant school children, sitting on chairs in a circle in the classroom listening.
UNH Extension Collaborates with NH Head Starts
To support early childhood wellness
UNH Extension Health & Well-Being, Nutrition Connections Team supports the health and well-being of people of all ages across New Hampshire, offering ... Learn More
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Using a Bimetallic Stemmed Thermometer in a Home Kitchen
A bimetallic stemmed thermometer is an important tool for keeping track of food temperatures
A bimetallic stemmed thermometer is an important tool for keeping track of food temperatures. Learn More
Casual holiday feast on table with plates being filled.
Mindful Eating During the Holidays
When people think of nutrition, they are often thinking about the health or nutrients of the food that they are eating. Certainly, it is important for... Learn More
A bowl of freshly washed asparagus
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
Children in kindergarten learn to read at a reading lesson.
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
An aisle in a grocery store shelves full of food items.
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