Tips & Videos

In this section, you’ll find tons of great tips, recipes and videos. Watch success stories. Learn how to eat smarter and move more. Snag a recipe for tonight—and much more. Enjoy!

Video: Making a Difference in Children’s Lives with CATCH

Learn how PNEP Nutrition Educators work within schools to help children understand the benefits – and fun – of being physically active and eating healthy.

Tip #109

Eat dinner around the same time every night.

Tip #17

Buy frozen vegetables! They are as good for you as fresh and may cost less.

Jessica Harkness “Eating Together & Healthy!”

Pizza & soda used to be a typical meal for Jessica & Mikel. After taking free NEP programs, dinner is baked chicken, rice, vegetables and water. “I’m doing a good job of being a mom,” said Jessica. “Saving money, stretching the budget & eating healthy meals together are proof of that!”
Tip #81

Get active for at least 10 minutes at a time. Like, add a 10-minute walk at lunchtime.

Tip #48

Make your kids laugh. Keep mealtime upbeat and stress free.

Suzanna Johnson “Turning Goals into Reality”

Suzanna found free NEP programs after her daughter, Rebekah, participated in a school program & shared what she learned. Suzanna took lessons, learned about nutrition, food safety & physical activity. She credits the program with turning a healthy, happy life into reality.

Video: Heroes. Real People. Real Tips. Meet Jeannie

Jeannie shares her incredibly inspirational story, plus tips on how to save money and make healthy meals the whole family will love.