PUBLICATION SERIES W327

Quick Bites

Publish Date: April 23 2015 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPubSeries/W327

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Summary

Practical family resources for eating well on a budget. Covers how to read Nutrition Facts labels and use % Daily Value to compare foods, plus how unit pricing helps spot true value. Includes meal planning and grocery-saving strategies, ideas for balanced potlucks and safe holiday food handling, and tips for packing affordable, healthier lunches. Also highlights benefits of eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables and offers a family-friendly container gardening guide with kid activities and simple recipes.