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Chancellor's Challenge. Chancellor Bill Richardson has made the decision to change to a healthier lifestyle. Follow his daily accounts and remarks from nutritionists to help him stay on course. Read more...>

Food
Louisiana Yams
Louisiana Yams
Yams are one of nature’s most nutritious root crops and are among the most versatile of all foods. This publication includes information on how they can be prepared dozens of ways.
Freezer burn can defeat good intentions
(Distributed 05/20/08) If you're one of the many people who is buying and freezing foods in quantity to help combat rising food costs, don't let freezer burn defeat your efforts, advises LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
Strategies For Safe Picnics
Summer marks the beginning of picnic season and the challenge of food safety, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

Nutrition
Avoid Mall Belly When Holiday Shopping
The holidays mark the season of shopping and eating as shoppers rush to the mall to buy gifts. Malls are popular not just for the merchandise they carry but for the many restaurants and snack shops they offer.
Tomatoes Valuable Antioxidant Source
Americans each eat more than 16 pounds of fresh tomatoes a year and consume the equivalent of 79 pounds in processed tomatoes annually. Tomatoes are a rich source of antioxidants, including vitamin C and lycopene, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
Tomatoes Deliver Flavor And Cancer Defense
(Distributed 07/11/06) The hot, summer months are a great time to enjoy fresh tomatoes. Enjoy them in green salads, chicken or shrimp salads, stuffed with tuna or simply on their own. They also make a wonderful addition to a heart-healthy and cancer-preventing diet, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

 

Health
Advice For National Women’s Health Week
"Eating healthfully is one of the most important things women can do to achieve and maintain good health," says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames. "Each day brings the opportunity to eat more healthfully. Even if you’ve not eaten nutritiously in the past, you can make changes in your diet that will help you have more energy and lower your risk of disease."
hypertension
Hypertension Fact Sheet
Hypertension, better known as high blood pressure, is called the silent killer because there often are no noticeable symptoms. Find out who's at risk and the dangers of hypertension in this fact sheet.
Girl drinking water
Fluids Important To Everyone, Especially Seniors, In Hot Weather
Drinking enough fluids is important during our hot summer weather – especially for senior citizens, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

Education Resources
hypertension
Hypertension Fact Sheet
Hypertension, better known as high blood pressure, is called the silent killer because there often are no noticeable symptoms. Find out who's at risk and the dangers of hypertension in this fact sheet.
Activity Sheet
The Fats of Life Activity Sheet
Activity sheet on suggested lower fat alternatives for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
Fats of Life
The Fats of Life
The foods you eat can help you have a healthy heart all your life. Eating too much fat increases your risk of heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes and certain types of cancer. Use these suggestions to make healthy food choices to lower fat in your meals and snacks.
Diabetes Exchange List
Diabetes Pyramid
Diabetes Exchange List

Chancellor's Challenge