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Exploring the Delightful Diversity of Healthy Foods for a Nourishing Weekend
As we step into the weekend, it’s time to unwind, indulge, and make conscious choices for our well-being. One of the best ways to nourish our bodies and minds is through a wholesome and diverse selection of healthy foods. Embracing a balanced diet not only provides us with essential nutrients but also treats our taste buds to a variety of delicious flavors.
Apple and Fig Salad: A Nutritious Delight for Your Well-being
Packed with essential nutrients, this salad not only satisfies your cravings but also promotes your overall well-being. Let’s explore why you should embrace this delicious creation and make it a staple in your diet.
Does SNAP Cover the Cost of a Meal in Your County?
Amid inflation, SNAP benefits did not cover the cost of a meal in 99 percent of counties in 2022. Adjustments to SNAP narrowed—but didn’t close—that gap.
Healthy and Tasty Foods for Kids and a fun activity for them too!
In today's health-conscious world, parents strive to provide their children with nutritious and delicious food options. Ensuring that kids maintain a balanced diet is crucial for their growth and development. Additionally, instilling a sense of compassion and...
The Love Left Behind: Artwork By Lynn Rhoda Dates
The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes (The ARTS Council) will be presenting, “The Love Left Behind: Artwork by Lynn Rhoda Dates.” Organized by Lynn’s friends with help from her family, the exhibition features 40 pieces of work spanning her artistic career.
Is honey a better alternative sweetener to granulated sugar?
Raw honey contains trace amounts of antioxidants and may have antimicrobial properties while granulated sugar does not. Both honey and sugar are made of simple carbohydrates,
2023 Community Advocates Training (CAT) Graduation
On June 28th the Food Bank of the Southern Tier held a graduation ceremony for the most recent class of the Community Advocates Training (CAT) Program. The venue for the graduation ceremony was The L on Breesport Rd. There were 10 total graduates from the program in...
Staying Cool in the Summer Heat
The weather is quickly heating up! Whether you’re outside for work or pleasure, it’s important to know your risk factors and prepare to keep yourself safe in the summer heat. According to the CDC, several factors affect a person’s ability to cool themselves down, such...
Meet Our Outreach Partners: Tompkins County Office for the Aging
The Health and Nutrition team is proud to partner with several organizations in Tompkins County to provide community health outreach to interested partners. We want to take some time to introduce these awesome teams, including Tompkins County Office for the Aging. “NY...
Creative thinking makes big impact on community
Big issues require creative solutions.
Just ask Bridgette Vannorman of Windsor Human Development.