Food and Nutrition

Diabetes: You Are in Control, Fact Sheet, Spanish

by Sara Sawer Barbara L. Ames M. Gayle Price

MF3484S

Translated into Spanish. Diabetes is a common, costly, and serious disease. This fact sheet explains how you can understand your risks of developing type 2 diabetes, and how you can manage the disease if you have it. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Jan 2020

Choose Foods that Lower Your Risk of Cancer

by Sandy Procter

MF3252

The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines urge all Americans to “consume a healthy eating pattern” that includes a variety of vegetables of all subgroups. That recommendation reflects research that suggested that diets rich in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains may offer some protection against cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Developed with the Johnson Cancer Research Center, this publication guides consumers in choosing a variety of fruits and vegetables that help promote long-term health.

Published Date: Nov 2018

Gluten and Your Gut’s Good Health, Leader's Guide

by Sandy Procter Katelyn N. Dixon

MF3227

Many people are adopting gluten-free diets but may not understand when such a diet is medically necessary. This leader's guide provides further information and guidelines for presenting the lesson. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Jul 2015

Gluten and Your Gut’s Good Health, Fact Sheet

by Sandy Procter Katelyn N. Dixon

MF3226

Many people are adopting gluten-free diets but may not understand when such a diet is medically necessary. This fact sheet describes what gluten is, what medical conditions warrant eliminating gluten from the diet, and other considerations. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2015

Vitamin D: From Sunshine to Supplements, Fact Sheet

by Sandy Procter

MF2927

Vitamin D is made in a human body when skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. Naturally occurring vitamin D is found in certain yeasts, plants and oily fish. Small amounts are in beef liver and egg yolks. It is added to milk, some cereals, and other products. 4-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Dec 2010

Vitamin D: From Sunshine to Supplements, Leader's Guide

by Sandy Procter

MF2928

After completing this lesson, participants will recognize key functions of vitamin D, be able to list three or more diseases associated with low vitamin D levels or deficiency, and identify strategies to improve one’s vitamin D level. 4-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Dec 2010

Liquid Assets: The Value of Fluids to Your Health: Leader's Guide

by Priscilla Brenes

MF2738

Your body can’t survive for long without fluids and will function a lot better if you remember to make large deposits of fluids into your health account every day. This leader's guide includes teaching tips and activities to help participants understand the importance of drinking plenty of water each day. 6 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: Aug 2023

Liquid Assets: The Value of Fluids to Your Health: Fact Sheet

by Priscilla Brenes

MF2739

Your body can’t survive for long without fluids and will function a lot better if you remember to make large deposits of fluids into your health account every day. This fact sheet includes information about the role water plays in keeping your body healthy. 6 pages, color.

Revision Date: Aug 2023

Suddenly in Charge: Food Safety

by Aimee Baker

MF3515

Aimed at children who are suddenly responsible for younger people in their care, this publication includes tips for food safety. It also includes activity and snack suggestions. In English and Spanish. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: May 2020

Spanish: Food Safety Training for Produce Workers

by Cal Jamerson Londa Nwadike

MF3438S

Translated into Spanish. This brochure is designed to assist farms in complying with the worker training requirements outlined in the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act’s (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. 2 pages, color, trifold.

Published Date: Nov 2018

Food Allergy Facts of Life, Fact Sheet

by Amy E. Lorenzen

MF3083

Includes information about food allergies and tips for coping. This lesson in the FCS annual series has been selected by the FCE groups. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Aug 2013