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Hip, Hip, Hooray... it's National Parents as Teachers Day! Join us in celebrating our Parent as Teachers staff on November 8th, 2020. This is good time to send kudos and kinds words to our team of home visitors that represent the National Center for Parents as Teachers in Columbus. They work with families and local partners to create a community of care, encouragement, and support for families with children 5 years old and younger. Please call 706-225-3859 for more informat...ion. Parents as Teachers National Center Georgia Home Visiting Program SafeKids Columbus Enrichment Services Program, Inc. Chattahoochee Valley Libraries

Explore the Nutrition Facts label, from top to bottom, using the Interactive Label tool. This tool provides a detailed look at all information listed on the Nutrition Facts Label, helpful tips, and more! It could not be easier! https://go.usa.gov/xGhDF

Out of this world oats! Oatmeal is a delicious whole grain breakfast to warm you up on a cold morning. Try topping your oatmeal with dried or sliced fruit or a handful of nuts to make it your own.

Today at #FarmstandFriday! From 9-12, the #mercymedfarm is selling fresh veggies root veggies, greens, bell peppers, and herbs. You don't want to miss this! Remember they double the value of what you spend if you shop with an EBT card. Swipe it for $10, get $20 of healthy stuff. Win, Win!

#FoodFactFriday: Though commonly thought of as a vegetable, butternut squash is botanically a fruit. This winter squash is packed with B vitamins including folate and B6 which your body needs for energy and red blood cell formation. Also, a single cup provides more vitamin A than most people need in a day (457% of the daily value!) Did you know the tough skin is edible? Next time you're roasting a butternut squash, skip peeling the skin, and enjoy myriad health benefits ranging from fiber to vitamin A, C, and E.

It's the first day of our Healthy Holiday Series. This week's focus, Recipe Swaps! Are you wanting to put a healthier spin on some of your favorites? Why not t...ry to use some of these quick tips to get started on planning a healthier holiday meal. Later this week, we will look at using what's in season and using fresh herbs in your cooking. Be sure to follow the whole series for a Healthier Holiday season! Are you registered for our Healthy Holiday series? If not, it's not too late to sign up: tinyurl.com/facsholiday UGA Extension LPJ Extension #HealthyGeorgia UGA Extension - Wilkes County UGA Extension - Oglethorpe County UGA Extension - Gilmer County

Did you know that scientists are able to uncover a bony fish's age by counting growth rings that can be found on vertebrae, ear bones and some types of scales? While the cause of this development is unknown, it is believed that the rings are linked to seasonal changes or shifts in hormone levels (photo courtesy of MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources). #WildlifeWednesday

BONES and AGE: Which foods are important for bone health as you get older? (Vitamin D and Calcium). Are salt and caffeine bad for bone health? Do I have to exercise? Here are the answers: https://foodtalk.org/en/blog/healthy-aging-and-bones

Unsure of how or when to prune? Check out these tips!

COLUMBUS Spotlight: Bringing community and collaboration together, the Open Door Community House Inc. students learned Serve Safe certification at Feeding the Valley Food Bank. Learning these new job skills helps them find employment with local restaurants. Chef Dexter Reed with Dexter Roux Catering did a fantastic job teaching! Photo by: Feeding the Valley Food Bank

Salty, sweet, crunchy, and creamy this salad is perfect for a potluck! https://foodtalk.org/en/recipes/southern-broccoli-salad

Did you know that before pumpkins were used for jack-o-lanterns,, turnips were carved to frighten away evil spirits on Halloween? #funfactfriday #turnupthevolume

Sticking to your food budget is easier with these Less than $5 recipes. https://bit.ly/3mtHLBH

TOMORROW is #FarmstandFriday! Stop by the 2nd Avenue MercyMed of Columbus clinic from 9am-12pm (look for the tent!). You can buy Radishes, Turnips, Greens, Lettuces, Peppers, Bok Choy, Herbs, and more root veggies from multiple farmers! North Highland community + MercyMed patients receive a 25% discount. EBT receives double the value; if you swipe your EBT card for $10, you get $20 worth of fresh produce at any of the vendor stations!