This nine lesson curriculum was developed by Colorado State University Extension. The series is available to people on a limited income and helps them gain knowledge to feed themselves and their family healthy, affordable, and tasty food.
Topics include:
- Healthy eating and cooking for less
- Saving money at the grocery store
- Being active
- Cooking
- Planning meals
Participants learn new recipes, are physically active at each lesson, and receive incentives such as a cookbook, kitchen utensils, and a stretch band.
Visit the Eating Smart Being Active curricula website to learn more!
Salishan Gardens residents started a walking club to keep exercising after our ESBA series was complete! (above)
Each lesson includes hands-on cooking and demonstrations! Participants get to taste the foods they help prepare in class.
SNAP-Ed is funded by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. SNAP provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet. To find out more, 1-877-501-2233. http://foodhelp.wa.gov/
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Linda Mathews SNAP-Ed Manager, at lmathews@wsu.edu or (253) 798-7154 at least two weeks prior to the event.