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   News You Can Use
 Home>News Archive>2007>March>News You Can Use>
Louisiana Strawberries Ooze Nutrition
Strawberries

(Distributed 03/30/07) Choose Louisiana strawberries for a nutritious and delicious treat, advises LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames. Strawberries contain several nutrients, minerals and non-nutritive chemicals that are important for human health.

Make Easter Eggs Safe As Well As Colorful
Girl dyeing Easter eggs

(Distributed 03/28/07) Dyeing and decorating eggs is enjoyed by many families at Easter. Because eggs are perishable, it is necessary to follow food safety precautions when using them as part of the holiday festivities, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

Be Child Care Aware: Programs Across Louisiana Help Families Make Best Decisions About Child Care
(Distributed 03/27/'07) Many families face tough decisions when shopping for child care, but LSU AgCenter child-care expert Cheri Gioe says there are resources to help them make the best decisions. Agencies known as Child Care Resource and Referral Programs are located in various areas across Louisiana.