HappyHealthy Newsletter: Water

Water is vital to life! Getting enough water each day is important to your health. What you drink is as important as what you eat! Your body is around 60 percent water, and you lose water each day through breathing, sweating, and digestion. Your need for water is met through the beverages you drink and the foods you eat­—especially foods with high water content, such as fruits and vegetables. Be a role model for your friends and family by choosing water to stay hydrated!

HappyHealthy Newsletter: Apples

Apples are one of the most popular fruits in the United States. There are over 2,500 varieties grown each year. Apples can be enjoyed raw or cooked.

They can also be added to a variety of sweet or savory recipes. Apples can add a natural sweetness to any meal or be a perfect on-the-go snack. Apples are rich in many vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to stay healthy.

Buy Fresh Fruits and Vegetables in Season!

Use this calendar to choose fresh fruits and vegetables year-round! Look for locally grown foods in grocery stores and restaurants, or visit your local farmers market, pick-your-own farm, or roadside produce stand.

Apples*, June–October

Asparagus, March–June

Beans, pole, June–September

Beans, green, May–October

Beets**, October–December

Blackberries, May–July

Blueberries, May–July

Broccoli, April–May, October–November

Cabbage/Collards/Mustard, April–June, October–December

HappyHealthy Newsletter: Online Grocery Shopping with SNAP Benefits

In Mississippi, groceries can be purchased online through Walmart and Amazon using a SNAP EBT card.* Shopping online is an easy and convenient way to shop for groceries. Follow the simple steps below to get started.

*Local grocery stores may offer online ordering and delivery. Contact your local grocery store for more information.

Walmart Ordering

1. Go to Walmart.com or download the Walmart Shopping and Grocery app.

2. Sign in or create a new account.

3. Add SNAP EBT card information.

HappyHealthy Newsletter: Strawberries

Strawberries are one of the most popular spring fruits. They are sweet, delicious, and packed with what our bodies need to be healthy. They can be added to many recipes or eaten alone as a great anytime snack. Strawberries can be added to your morning oatmeal or salad at lunch, or they can even be the “sweet” after your supper. Use the following tips and recipes to help you and your family enjoy strawberries.

Tips for Taking Care of Yourself: Self-Care Practices

Have you heard the saying, “You can’t pour from an empty cup”? Many of us put our needs on the back burner and use our energy doing for others. But taking care of ourselves is what allows us to care for our families, friends, and neighbors.

Feeling overwhelmed is a sign that stress and anxiety are high. Stress and anxiety often drain our energy. Think of it as a battery that needs to be recharged.

Signs that you are overwhelmed may include:

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