The BLT target audience as outlined by the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) and Texas Health and Human Service Commission (HHSC) are women with children in SNAP eligible or participating households. All BLT programs focus on nutrition with an awareness of preventing obesity. The five focus areas in BLT programs for FY 2018 (October 1, 2017 – September 30, 2018) are:
- Increase fruit and vegetable intake
- Increase physical activity
- Improving access to fruits and vegetables (gardening)
- Food safety
- Food resource management (due to high rates of food insecurity)
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BLT Newsletters
- Take Time for a Stretch Break! (Jun. 2023)
- Pick Your Produce… Fresh, Frozen, or Canned! (May. 2023)
- Enjoy vegetables in a variety of ways! (Apr. 2023)
- March is for National Nutrition Month (Mar. 2023)
- A Label Able Valentine’s Day (Feb. 2023)
- A Healthy Start to the New Year! (Jan. 2023)
- Important Holiday Food Safety Tips (Dec. 2022)
- Budget Friendly Holiday Celebrations (Nov. 2022)
- Healthy Halloween Celebrations! (Oct. 2022)
- It’s Time for Fall Gardening! (Sep. 2022)
- Back to School Success (Aug. 2022)
- Gardening with Children (Jul. 2022)
- Get Healthy with MyPlate! (Jun. 2022)
- Gather Around the Table (May. 2022)
- Energy Booster: SNACKS! (Apr. 2022)
- Celebrating Cultures through Food (Mar. 2022)
- From the Heart for the Heart (Feb. 2022)
- Stay Safe with Fight BAC! (Jan. 2022)
- ‘Tis the Season for Good Nutrition (Dec. 2021)
- Four Simple Ways to Move More During the Holidays (Nov. 2021)
- Fall Fitness Tips for Family and Friends (Oct. 2021)
- Five Simple Tips to Increase Fruit and Vegetable Intake (Sep. 2021)
- Microwave Cooking & Use (Aug. 2021)
- Use the Texas Heat to Prep Your Garden! (Jul. 2021)
- Improve Your Joint Mobility (Jun. 2021)
- Physical Activity for Life (May. 2021)
- Spring Gardening (Apr. 2021)
- Personalize Your Plate (Mar. 2021)
- Cooking for Two (Feb. 2021)
- Nutrition and the World Wide Web (Jan. 2021)
- A Fruity Holiday Season (Dec. 2020)
- A Simple, Stress-Free Thanksgiving (Nov. 2020)
- Spice Up Your Cooking! (Oct. 2020)
- Smart Snacking for Kids (Sep. 2020)
- Stretching Your Food Dollar (Aug. 2020)
- It’s Hot! Stay Hydrated! (Jul. 2020)
- Perks of Gardening (Jun. 2020)
- Gardening is for Everyone (May. 2020)
- Happy and Healthy at Home (Apr. 2020)
- The Run Down on Physical Activity (Mar. 2020)
- What’s the Deal with Organic Food? (Feb. 2020)
- Gardening Success (Jan. 2020)
- Mindful Eating During the Holidays (Dec. 2019)
- Kids in the Kitchen (Nov. 2019)
- Get Ready for Winter Squash! (Oct. 2019)
- Moo-re About Dairy (Sep. 2019)
- Grilling Up a Side of Healthy (Aug. 2019)
- Going Green (Mar. 2019)
- Jump Start Your Day with Breakfast (Feb. 2019)
- Creating a Family Fit Lifestyle (Jan. 2019)
- Sweet Potato Facts (Dec. 2018)
- Turkey Facts (Nov. 2018)
- Activity Matters (Oct. 2018)
- Pizza’s On! (Sep. 2018)
- Onion Power (Aug. 2018)
- Braving the Heat While Exercising in Summer (Jul. 2018)
- Yogurt Facts (Jun. 2018)
- Cheese Facts (May. 2018)
- Eat Healthy While Staying Within Your Budget (Apr. 2018)
- Best-by, Use-by, Sell-by: What They Mean to You (Mar. 2018)
- Quick Dinner Tips (Feb. 2018)
- Turnip Facts (Jan. 2018)
- Ending the Year on a High Note (Dec. 2017)
- Thanksgiving Turkey Do’s and Don’ts (Nov. 2017)
- Eat Wisely on Game-Day (Oct. 2017)
- After-School Snacks (Sep. 2017)
- Milk: Not Just for Kids (Aug. 2017)
- Egg Facts (Jul. 2017)
- Grilling Safely (Jun. 2017)
- Sweet Potato Facts (May. 2017)
- How Long Should I Keep It? (Apr. 2017)
- Staying Home for Dinner is a Good Choice (Mar. 2017)
- The Heart of the Matter (Feb. 2017)
- Don’t Sacrifice Flavor to Eat Healthier (Jan. 2017)
- Ending the year on a healthy note (Dec. 2016)
- Healthier Thanksgiving Options (Nov. 2016)
- Pumpkin Facts (Oct. 2016)
- Gluten-Free and Paleo Diets What’s the Scoop? (Sep. 2016)
- Yogurt Facts (Aug. 2016)
- Rethinking Snacks (Jul. 2016)
- Is Sea Salt the Answer? (Jun. 2016)
- Food Substitutes and Your Health (May. 2016)
- Breakfast: How Important is It? (Apr. 2016)
- Corn or Flour: The Tortilla Debate (Mar. 2016)
- Kale versus Spinach: Which is Best? (Feb. 2016)
- Slow Cookers (Crock Pots): The Basics (Jan. 2016)
- Managing Calorie Intake during the Holidays: Maintaining discipline during the holidays (Dec. 2015)
- Be Prepared for Thanksgiving Dinner: Don’t let stress ruin your holiday (Nov. 2015)
- Have a Healthier Halloween: Be mindful of healthy options (Oct. 2015)
- The Importance of Having a Plan: It Pays to Plan (Sep. 2015)
- The Versatility of Eggs: Eggs Any Time of Day (Aug. 2015)
- Grilling: Summer Cooking (Jul. 2015)
- The Need for Hydration: Water Works! (Jun. 2015)
- Grains: Whole Grains (May. 2015)
- Dairy Foods: The Value of Dairy (Apr. 2015)
- Fruits and Vegetables: Eat a Variety of Colors (Mar. 2015)
- Kids and Food: Building a Healthier Future (Feb. 2015)
- Getting the Biggest Bang for Your Buck: Stretching Your Food Dollars (Jan. 2015)
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