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Next, let’s talk food safety. When it comes to packed lunches, with North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Robeson County
remember to keep cold foods cold and hot foods hot. An insu- Center, at 671-3276, or by E-mail at Joanna_Rogers@ncsu.
lated lunch box is the best way to keep food safe. Freezer packs, edu.
or what most of us call ice packs, are a great way to keep cold
foods cold, but did you know frozen plastic water bottles or NC State University and N.C. A&T State University are col-
frozen juice boxes can also be an option when you don’t have lectively committed to positive action to secure equal opportu-
one? Cold foods should be held at 40°F and below. When foods nity and prohibit discrimination and harassment regardless of
reach 41-135°F, this is the temperature danger zone. Bacteria age, color, disability, family and marital status, gender identity,
thrive in this range and double every 20 minutes. genetic information, national origin, political beliefs, race, re-
ligion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and vet-
Last, make smart beverage choices. Cut back on the juices high eran status. NC State, N.C. A&T, U.S. Department of Agricul-
in sugar and substitute with water or low-fat milk. Healthy eat- ture, and local governments cooperating.
ing habits help make a healthy mind and body. Planning healthy
meals together as a family will be educational and gives the ABOUT N.C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
family a chance to make changes together. Making great nutri- N.C. Cooperative Extension is a strategic partnership of NC
tion choices now will make a big impact on their future. As a State University, N.C. A&T State University, USDA’s Na-
final special touch, add a personal note for them to read. tional Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA), and
local governments statewide. Extension professionals in all
Also take time to discuss healthy options when out on the town. 100 counties, and with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians,
With the Robeson County Fair coming to town be sure to stay connect millions of North Carolinians with research-based in-
hydrated and try to look for food options that may not contain formation and technology from NC State and N.C. A&T. Edu-
as much sugar and sodium while sampling all the tasty treats cational programs specialize in agriculture, food and nutrition,
being offered. Remember to eat smart and move more. 4-H youth development, community development and the en-
vironment. Find your local center at www.ces.ncsu.edu/local-
For more information, contact Joanna Rogers, Extension Youth county-center.
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