Community Gardens

Health and Nutrition

Image by Lucy Bradley

 

Eat Smart Move More North Carolina& MyEastSmartMoveMore.com

Simple solutions developed in NC for helping others eat more fruits and veggies.

NC State Cooperative Extension Health & Nutrition

Making healthy choices isn't always easy. North Carolina Cooperative Extension's educators help people sort fact from fad, providing research-based programs that promote a lifetime of good health. Programs cover a broad spectrum, from pesticide safety to indoor air quality, from childhood nutrition and physical activity to heart-healthy eating and food safety.

NC State Food Safety and Food Preservation


The Produce Lady

The Produce Lady, Brenda Sutton, gives tips on selecting, storing and preparing fruits and vegetables.

Fruit & Veggies Matter - Recipes

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Fruit and Vegetable Program

The NC Fruits and veggies Nutrition Coalition


Fruit and Veggies More Matters

Produce for Better Health Foundation

Harvesting tips organized by vegetable variety.

Fall Garden Produce(when and how to harvest and store)
From "The Growing Classroom"(includes planting, harvesting & cooking tips)

Gardens for Everybody

Tips for making gardens accessible