Before heading to market, familiarize yourself with nutrition basics. That way you can make smart, healthy choices when you’re at your local farmers market. The Web sites below contain nutrition information and outline programs that empower you to eat for better health!
Find Help with SNAP
www.hungersolutionsny.org/find-a-noep/
A Wealth of Resources for Healthy Eating
www.health.state.ny.us/prevention/nutrition
Senior-Specific Nutrition information
www.hungersolutionsny.org/hunger-nys/solutions-hunger/adult-nutrition-programs
Nutrition Information for Children
http://hungersolutionsny.org/hunger-nys/solutions-hunger/child-nutrition-programs
http://portal.nysed.gov/portal/page/pref/CNKC
Free Nutrition Classes and Information through “Eat Smart New York”
http://otda.ny.gov/programs/nutrition/
Produce-Related Nutrition Information
http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/
“Just Say Yes” to Fruit and Vegetables with these Valuable Nutrition Tips and Resources
www.jsyfruitveggies.org
To find out if you qualify for EBT/Food Stamp/SNAP benefits, visit
www.otda.state.ny.us/main/apply.asp#benefits
www.mybenefits.ny.gov