Overview

A healthy, nourished population depends on strong research and education programs in human nutrition. CSREES, in partnership with the Cooperative Extension System, delivers community-based nutrition education programs that help individuals, families, and communities make informed choices about food and lifestyles that support their physiological health, economic, and social well-being. The programs also provide policymakers with the knowledge to make appropriate policies for our citizens. CSREES sponsors nutrition-related research conducted through multistate projects and projects funded through the Hatch Act and the National Research Initiative.

In Focus

• The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) helps low-income families improve diets for better health, increase physical activity, and save money.
• Food Stamp Nutrition Education (FSNE) is a federal/state partnership that supports nutrition education for persons eligible for food stamps.
• Four broad program areas--food security, food safety, dietary guidance, and health--are the foundation of CSREES nutrition education programs.
• Research supports nutrition education on various factors influencing food choices.
• Priester National Health Conference highlights programs and research developed and implemented around leading health indicators and focus areas.
• Nutrition Programs for Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) enhance nutrition programs in research, education, and extension.


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Partnerships

• CSREES partners with America On The Move®, a national initiative, to help Americans improve their health and quality of life.
• CSREES partners with the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, which investigates the role of maternal, infant and child nutrition on health.
• CSREES partners with Multistate Regional Committees to share nutrition resources and improve food choices and evaluation methods.


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Events

• 2008 CDC Diabetes Conference, Orlando, FL, May 5-9, 2008.
• CYFAR 2008 Conference and Call for Proposals, San Antonio, TX, May 6-7, 2008.
• International Society For Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Annual Meeting Banff, Alberta, Canada, May 21-24th, 2008.


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Selected Results and Impacts

• CSREES-funded WIN the Rockies project publication details the concepts and principles of a health-focused approach to well being.
• Researchers at University of Washington find healthy, low-calories foods cost more than high-calorie foods.
• EFNEP Impact Reports include data and evaluations on the various EFNEP components.


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Resources

• Food, Nutrition and Affiliated Areas State Extension Directory--March 2008, CSREES. Extension professionals in food, nutrition, and other related areas.
• Eat Better & Move More, Part 2, FIU. Information and needs for older adults who want to live longer healthier lives and remain in their own home.
• Dietary Guidelines for Americans, USDA and Health and Human Services. Science-based advice promoting health, nutrition, and physical activity.


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Contacts

Marilyn A. Swanson

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