Bike Rodeos Across Alabama Encourage Safe, Fun, Lifelong Physical Activity

Nov 02, 2022 Opportunities for youth and adults to be physically active are always in demand.  Three SNAP-Ed educators in Alabama made it their missions to provide an outlet for physical activity that was healthy, safe, and fun! With donated bikes, obstacle courses, and plenty of water to keep everybody hydrated, these educators hosted bike rodeos in their communities.

Community Gardens Bring Healthy Food to those in Need in Rural Alabama 

Oct 26, 2018 Alabama SNAP-Ed increased access to healthy and affordable food by growing fresh vegetables in the Community Gardens in Rural Alabama pilot program! These fresh vegetables can help to improve the health and nutrition of people living in rural communities who are at higher risk for chronic disease than people living in urban settings.

#FoodFriday Healthy Recipe Videos

Oct 26, 2018 SNAP-Ed at Auburn University launched the #FoodFriday Healthy Recipe Videos initiative in 2017. Short videos were developed for people with limited-resources. The videos are visually appealing, easy-to-prepare healthy recipes. These videos give Alabama Extension one more tool to support community members. 

Good Choice Healthier Retail Initiative puts Healthier Choices Within Reach

Nov 19, 2018 The Good Choice Healthier Retail Initiative is making it easier for Alabama shoppers to choose healthier items. They are doing this by increasing access and appeal of healthier items.

How do we get kids to eat more fruits and vegetables? Alabama SNAP-Ed finds answers with Body Quest. 

Oct 26, 2018 Body Quest (BQ) helps families in Alabama to Eat Better, Move More, and Make Changes. BQ began as a theory-based, technology-driven nutrition program for 3rd graders. It has evolved into a multi-level, statewide obesity prevention movement!

Live Well Alabama: Connecting People and Nutrition Education through Social Media

Nov 05, 2018 Live Well Alabama is SNAP-Ed at Auburn University’s social media initiative. It is helping Alabamians live more healthful lives! Social media brings SNAP-Ed messages to families at home and shares tools and ideas on eating healthy and being active.

Live Well Faith Communities: Creating a Healthier Rural Alabama

Nov 19, 2018 Live Well Faith Communities helps rural Alabama faith communities to bring healthy eating and active living to their members. These communities are now healthier places to worship! 

SNAP-Ed Educators Help to Establish Gardens at Alabama School

Jul 07, 2021 Gardens help people to grow their own food and research shows people who participate in school and community gardens tend to be more physically active, eat more fruits and vegetables and experience lower rates of food insecurity.

SNAP-Ed Educator Implements School Food Banks in Alabama Counties

Jul 07, 2021 In the spring of 2019, Marion and Walker County SNAP-Ed Educator Ginger Eatman saw a need for several school food banks in her area.