Read the following extensive list of resources and click on the links for specific information.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/  One size doesn't fit all.  My PyramidPlan offers you a personal eating plan with the foods and amounts that are right for you.  Click to get started.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/kids/kids_game.html  MyPyramid Blast Off Game  An interactive computer game where kids can reach Planet Power by fueling their rocket with food and physical activity. "Fuel" tanks for each food group help students keep track of how their choices fit into MyPyramid.

http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/
http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/
The CDC has updated its fruits and vegetable Web site to reflect the new Fruits & Veggies-More Matters TM campaign, which takes the place of the 5 A Day program.  Visit the new http://www.FruitsandVeggiesMatter.gov/ Web site to get tools and information to help eat more fruits and vegetables each day!

The fruit and Vegetable Program (formerly the 5 A Day for Better Health Program) promotes a simple, positive message - eat more fruits and veggies at every meal and snack.  The Program is part of a nationwide nutrition education campaign to provide ideals and materials to schools, communities and worksites.  Go to http://www.dhhs.nh.gov/DHHS/NHP/fruitsandveggies

http://www.healthiergeneration.org/default.aspx  The American Heart Assoc and the William J. Clinton Foundation have joined together to form the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, to combat the spread of childhood obesity and the serious diseases associated with it such as heart disease and diabetes.  The Alliance is taking a comprehensive approach to stop the increase in childhood obesity by 2010.

The Eat Smart, Play Hard Healthy Lifestyle site is specifically designed for parents and caregivers to provide information to help you eat better, be more physically active and be a role model for your kids. Visit them at  http://www.fns.usda.gov/eatsmartplayhardhealthylifestyle/

"Take a Small Step to Get Healthy" go to http://www.smallstep.gov where you can find out more information to hopefully inspire healthier eating and increased activity.  Information is available on 100 Small Steps to help you lead a healthier life style.

http://extension.unh.edu/FoodNutr/FoodNutr.htm The UNH Cooperative Extension gateway for food and nutrition information!  UNH Cooperative Extension food and nutrition programs focus on helping people of all ages eat more healthfully without breaking the bank.

Save Money at the Supermarket
Did you know that you can save 15% or more at the supermarket if you follow some simple rules?  That's right 15%!  Saving money at the supermarket means that you can feed your family more nutritious meals, have more variety, and manage your resources more effectively.  Check this website out to find out about spending less on healthy food. http://extensioin.unh.edu/FoodNutr/FNStretch.htm

Other Cost Saving Ideas:
Quick and Easy Meals for Less - http://extension.unh.edu/Pubs/PubsFN/QEMbro.pdf
Searching for Ways to Keep Costs Down - http://extension.unh.edu/Pubs/PubsFN/KeepCosts.pdf
Money Saving Meals - http://extension.unh.edu/Pubs/PubsFN/Money.pdf
Learn How to Check Unit Pricing to Save Money - http://extension.unh.edu/Pubs/PubsFN/Labeled.pdf

http://www.walknh.org/fhc/initiatives/walknh/  Walk New Hampshire is a program designed to promote walking in Hew Hampshire.  The goal is to engage children and adults in walking and raise awareness of walking as a part of a healthy lifestyle.

Each person who participates will receive a log to record the number of miles they walk.  Each individual who participates and reaches their chosen goal will receive an 'I walked NH' patch and a certificate singed by Governor John Lynch and Dr. Susan Lynch.

LiveFit NH: It's For Everybody   http://www.nhptv.ofg/livefitnh/parents.asp  LiveFit NH is a new NHPTV community engagement project to encourage healthy eating and physical activity in children and adults.  With its partner organizations statewide, LiveFit NH will demonstrate through television segments, education and outreach activities, and online resources - how individuals, families, schools and communities can combat obesity trends so all Granite Staters can live fit and well.

National Breastfeeding Helpline!  Trained breastfeeding peer counselors can give you support and encouragement and help you with your basic breastfeeding questions and concerns.  If you are havaing a hard time, don't give up!  Call  FREE at 800-994-9662 or visit  www.womanshealth.gov/breastfeeding .

New Hampshire Food Stamp Program   http://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/DHHS/FOODSTAMPAS/default.htm   The Food Stamp Program us about good nutrition and health.  It provides eligible individuals and households with benefits used to purchase food items at a grocery store, supermarket or other participating food retailer.  The Food Stamp Program ensures that all recipients have an opportunity to learn more about purchasing and preparing nutritious meals.

Eligibility for Food Stamp benefits depends on household size, income, expenses and resources.

Send mail to  with questions or comments about this web site to: dpoisson@BM-CAP.org. Your request will be forwarded to the proper program and a response will be forthcoming.

Last modified: February 05, 2008