JSY - Nutrition Education
Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables (JSY)
Eating vegetables and fruits everyday can reduce the risk of chronic disease and illness, yet many low-income households have a difficult time obtaining and using these foods. Through nutrition workshops and cooking classes, the JSY program serves to empower low-income families in the Food Bank’s six-county service area to choose nutritious foods and create healthy meals for their families. Each workshop provides practical information using USDA-approved lesson plans, recipes, and cooking demonstrations featuring vegetables and fruits.
How does JSY work?
JSY nutritionists provide FREE nutrition education workshops at various community sites. Every JSY cooking demonstration includes:
- Easy, low-cost recipes, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables
- Tastings of the prepared recipes
- Tips on new ways to use common pantry foods
- Group discussions on popular nutrition topics and the use of food to support health
Click here to find out when our JSY nutritionists will be in your area.
Recipes from JSY
Just Say Yes to Fruits & Vegetables is a USDA Supplemental Nutrition Education Program (SNAP-Ed). Get recipes from the national program!
Helpful Nutrition Information
Check out MyPlate for a simple visual of what a healthy diet looks like. Following the MyPlate guide can help ensure we are getting all the nutrients we need. Click here to view an explanation of MyPlate. Get your questions answered with these handouts:
