Oklahoma State University Community Nutrition Education Programs

06/05/2026

Starting solids is a big milestone! 👶🥄
Begin with single-ingredient purees like sweet potatoes, avocados, beans, poultry, or meat. Skip added sugar and salt during baby’s first year, and focus on a positive feeding experience.
Learn more:

Not sure how and when to get your baby started on solid foods? These tips will help you through this next phase of your baby's life.

06/03/2026

Healthy eating challenges happen—but don’t give up! 💪🥗
Whether it’s budget, taste changes, or chewing concerns, small steps can help you stay on track.
✅ Choose softer foods
✅ Use herbs instead of salt
✅ Enjoy meals with friends
Explore more tips:

Do you have trouble shopping on a budget, keeping your appetite up, or chewing and swallowing? Get problem-solving suggestions for common barriers to healthy eating.

05/30/2026

Nothing beats warm, homemade cornbread! 🌽🍞
This Golden Corn Bread is made with cornmeal, whole wheat flour, eggs, and milk for a comforting, nutritious side. Each serving provides protein, fiber, calcium, and iron.
Try it tonight:

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

05/27/2026

A little kitchen organization = big savings! 🧊✨
✔️ Group similar foods
✔️ Label leftovers
✔️ Use FIFO (first in, first out)
An organized fridge or pantry helps reduce waste and stretch your food budget.
Learn more: https://spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu/cook/organize-your-space/

05/23/2026

Fresh, simple, and full of flavor! 🥑🌽
Try this Avocado & Corn Salsa made with creamy avocado, sweet corn, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Perfect as a snack, side, or light meal.
Get the recipe: https://www.nutrition.gov/recipes/avocado-and-corn-salsa

05/20/2026

Planning summer trips with kids? With a little preparation, you can avoid fast food and sugar overload. Pack healthy snacks like popcorn, trail mix, and fresh or dried fruit, and keep perishables in a cooler with ice. Learn more travel tips here:

There's more to traveling with kids than packing a few extra snacks. Follow these tips for a healthy, happy and nourishing summer vacation.

05/15/2026

Cooking at home is one of the best ways to follow the new Dietary Guidelines while saving money. To make cooking enjoyable, read recipes fully before starting, gather and measure ingredients ahead of time, and preheat the oven when needed. Learn more about cooking at home here: https://spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu/cook/cook-at-home/

05/12/2026

Chicken and fish soup with vegetables is a flavorful, nourishing option packed with okra, tomatoes, and basil. This dish provides antioxidants, supports digestion, and offers lean protein from chicken and smoked mackerel for heart health. Try the recipe here:

Chicken and smoked mackerel replace beef and koobi, a popular Ghanaian fish, in this version of light soup.

05/08/2026

EatRealFood! The latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans encourage choosing whole, minimally processed foods without added sugars, artificial flavors, or preservatives. Emphasizing protein and vegetables supports muscle strength and gut health. Learn more here:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans reset U.S. nutrition policy by restoring science, common sense, and real food as the foundation of national health.

05/05/2026

Try this hearty Spinach and Herb Beef Stew for a warm, nourishing meal. Packed with spinach, kidney beans, and fresh herbs, it’s rich in fiber and nutrients and supports heart health. Perfect served over rice. Get the recipe here:

Spinach brightens this modification of ghormeh sabzi, a popular herb-centric Persian stew known for its sweet-sour taste and fermented aroma from dried limes.