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Chancellor's Challenge. Chancellor Bill Richardson has made the decision to change to a healthier lifestyle. Follow his daily accounts and remarks from nutritionists to help him stay on course. Read more...>

Food
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Food Processing Facilities Design Recommendations
This article discusses design features that should be incorporated into a food processing facility to facilitate its operation and the production of safe, wholesome food.
Strawberries Nutritious and Healthy
LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says to choose Louisiana strawberries for a nutritious, healthy treat.
Berry Pickin' Time
Berry Pickin' Time in Louisiana
Wild blackberries and dewberries have long been treasured for cobblers, jellies, jams and other tasty dishes. Learn how to pick, use, freeze, can and make syrups, jellies and jams. Recipes included.

Nutrition
Avoid Mall Belly When Holiday Shopping
The holidays mark the season of shopping and eating as shoppers rush to the mall to buy gifts. Malls are popular not just for the merchandise they carry but for the many restaurants and snack shops they offer.
Strawberries
Strawberries Good For The Body And Good For The Heart
With strawberry season in full swing, LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says to choose Louisiana strawberries for a nutritious, healthy treat.
Comparison
Make That 8 Fries, Please
Eating only 100 more calories a day than you burn can lead to a weight gain of 10 pounds a year. With today’s larger portions, it’s easy to consume 100 extra calories, and more, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

 

Health
Diabetes Triggers Strokes, Heart Attacks
Young and mature adults, ages 18-44, who get type 2 diabetes are 14 times more likely to have a heart attack and up to 30 times more likely to have a stroke.
Nutritionist Observes National High Blood Pressure Education Month
May is designated each year as a time to help educate people about the importance of preventing and treating high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and the chief risk factor for stroke and heart failure. It also can lead to kidney damage, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
Hypertension
Hypertension Fact Sheet
Hypertension or high blood pressure is often called the silent killer because often there are no symptoms. Find out who's at risk and dangers of hypertension in this fact sheet.

Education Resources
Activity Sheet
The Fats of Life Activity Sheet
Activity sheet on suggested lower fat alternatives for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
Fats of Life
The Fats of Life
The foods you eat can help you have a healthy heart all your life. Eating too much fat increases your risk of heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes and certain types of cancer. Use these suggestions to make healthy food choices to lower fat in your meals and snacks.
Diabetes Exchange List
Diabetes Pyramid
Diabetes Exchange List
Hypertension
Hypertension Fact Sheet
Hypertension or high blood pressure is often called the silent killer because often there are no symptoms. Find out who's at risk and dangers of hypertension in this fact sheet.

Chancellor's Challenge