irst Step to Better Health
Walking is a simple form of exercise that has proven benefits from weight loss to stress control for people at all fitness levels. Walking is particularly beneficial for people with chronic conditions such as arthritis. Although walking is a simple form of exercise, there are a number of factors to consider when starting a walking program to ensure your safety and obtain the greatest health benefits. This lesson shares the health benefits of walking as a form of physical activity and will introduce the Walk With Ease program developed by the Arthritis Foundation to provide techniques to develop and maintain a walking program. Prepared by: Jamie Davis (Lake County) and Katie Conte (OSU Campus)
For more information about the full Walk With Ease program, including a list of classes and information about how to become a leader, please visit the Walk With Ease website.
MATERIALS IN SPANISH
Whole Grain Foods for Every Meal of the Day
Discover the awesome variety of whole grain foods you can eat for every meal of the day. Learn the basic facts about a “Kernel of Wheat”, 10 Tips for choosing whole grain foods, how to cook whole grain foods, become a “Food Hero” by using and sharing these recipes using whole grains! We want everyone to see how easy it can be to add whole grains to daily choices. We hope this lesson, tip sheets, whole grain resources and recipes, will have everyone wanting to add more whole grain foods as a natural part of every meal of the day!
Prepared by: Renee Carr and Tobi Page (Multnomah County Nutrition Education Program/Moore Family Center Outreach Program)
Caring for Aging Skin
Most of us have probably observed signs of skin aging —wrinkles, skin spots, red patches, softness in areas that used to be firm—these are natural. This lesson will look at what causes changes in the skin as we age, techniques to preserve skin quality, and treatments to prevent or address skin damage or pre-cancerous cells.
Prepared by Robin Maille, Union County
Spices of India
How many spices in your cupboard originate from India? Some are spices we use daily, some are exotic and mysterious! Discover new flavors or combinations of flavors and look at health related claims made about many of these spices.
Prepared by Janice Gregg, Linn/Benton Counties
Go Green: Growing and Enjoying Leafy Greens
It is easy to get into a rut when preparing meals. Leafy greens like kale, chard and collards can expand the variety in our meals and they all pack a wallop of nutritional value! It is very simple to grow your own in a garden or in containers. Greens grow well in a winter garden, too. Growing instructions and easy recipes will be included in the lesson.
Prepared by Debra Minar Driscoll, Polk and Yamhill Counties