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Nutrition Bites is a weekly newsletter that highlights helpful information on staying safe, an easy and healthy recipe to try with your family, physical activity ideas, and food resources in your area. We know you are taking extra steps to keep you and your family safe during this pandemic. Our goal is to work together and provide information to help our community maintain the safety of us all.

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 25:0

January 29, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Healthy – SMART Goals and Healthy Food Choices 

Recipes and Nutrition Tips - Challenge Yourself to Try New Fruits and Vegetables

Physical Activity Tips - Learn about SMART Goals and Use Them for Your Fitness Goals

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts - HIP and P-EBT benefits, Project Bread, SNAP, WIC, USDA

Nutrition Bites 2021 Vol. 24:0

January 19, 2021

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Practice Food Safety Guidelines 

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – A Healthy Dessert to Try Chocolate Mousse

Physical Activity Tips – Lower Stress with a Tapping Technique

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts - HIP and P-EBT benefits, Project Bread, SNAP, WIC, USDA

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 23:0

December 30, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Food Safety Guidelines for Storing Batch-Cooked Meals

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Warm Up with Butternut Squash Soup

Physical Activity Tips – Avoid Weight Gain over the Holidays

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – DTA COVID-19 Support and Resources

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 22:0

November 30, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Cooking Meat Safely

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Try Glazed Carrot Coins for a Festive Side Dish

Physical Activity Tips – Staying Active during the Cold Winter Months

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Food pantries 

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 21:0

November 16, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Food Safety While Using a Slow Cooker

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Go Meatless with Black Bean and Veggie Burritos

Physical Activity Tips – Home Workout Ideas

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – COVID-19 Resources for Massachusetts Residents

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 20:0

October 29, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Food Safety When You Are On the Go

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Keep Your Energy Up with Great Grains Trail Mix

Physical Activity Tips – Fall Activities with Your Family

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Pandemic EBT Benefits

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 19:0

October 19, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Involve Kids in the Kitchen

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – A Quick and Healthy Snack

Physical Activity Tips – Safety Tips When Walking Outdoors

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Extended Free Meals for Kids

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 18:0

October 1, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Cook Safely with Your Children

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Celebrate Fall with Creamy Broccoli Soup

Physical Activity Tips – Walking for Fitness

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts– Resources for Immigrants

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 17:0

September 21, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Packing a Safe Lunch

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – New Lunch Idea - Hummus

Physical Activity Tips – Try This Inexpensive Workout

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts– Project Bread and COVID-19 Resources

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 16:0

September 4, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Safe Preserving with Freezing

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Farmer-Style Tomato Sauce

Physical Activity Tips – Practice Mindfulness 

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts– COVID-19 Update

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 15:0

August 19, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Staying Hydrated in the Heat

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Melon Fruit Salad

Physical Activity Tips – Measuring Your Heart Rate

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Apply for SNAP Benefits in Massachusetts 

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 14:0

August 10, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Sun Protection and Vitamin D

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Seasonal Pasta Salad-Asian Linguine Salad

Physical Activity Tips – Classic Outdoor Games with a Twist

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts –Hunger and Food Resources

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 13:0

July 23, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Safe Family Picnics

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – Enjoy a Cold Summer Treat

Physical Activity Tips – Stay Hydrated When Active

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Summer Meals for Kids

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 12:0

July 10, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe – Store Fruits and Vegetables Properly

Recipes and Nutrition Tips – No-Bake Peach Crisp 

Physical Activity Tips – Practice Yoga to Calm Your Mind

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts – Locate a Farmers' Market or CSA Near You

Nutrition Bites 2020 Vol. 11:0

June 25, 2020

In This Issue:

Staying Safe Washing Fruits and Vegetables

Recipe and Nutrition Tips  Green Pear Smoothie

Physical Activity Tips  Increase Physical Activity at Home with a Scavenger Hunt

Food Access Resources in Massachusetts  Food Assistance during COVID-19

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