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Be Healthy PA is a social marketing campaign launched by the Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network (PA NEN) in 2019 to improve diets and increase the levels of physical activity of SNAP-Ed participants across the state. Our mission is to ensure everyone can access the information and tools they need to improve their lives. Our website is a helpful resource, offering dietary information, fun exercises, and nutritious recipes.

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We are an equal opportunity provider. Funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through the PA Department of Human Services.

Increasing your activity can be done in small step Increasing your activity can be done in small steps. Whether you’re a busy parent or have a demanding work schedule, physical activity can be incorporated into your life easier than you think. Visit BeHealthyPA.org for more tips on living an active lifestyle.
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• Search recipes by ingredient and other categories
• Organize your favorites with the "Pin" feature
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• Busque recetas por ingredientes y otras categorías.
• Organice sus recetas favoritas con la función "Pin".
• Guarde como PDF para usar las recetas sin conexión o para imprimirlas.

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Move your way this winter! Visit BeHealthyPA.org f Move your way this winter! Visit BeHealthyPA.org for quick and easy ways to build healthy habits!
It's always helpful to compare food prices. Many s It's always helpful to compare food prices. Many store brands are cheaper than buying a national brand with a coupon discount.

Be Healthy PA has budget-friendly tips about shopping for healthy foods! Visit BeHealthyPA.org for more budget-friendly tips for healthy eating.
What is your favorite way to hydrate? Here's a tip What is your favorite way to hydrate? Here's a tip! Unsweetened tea is a zero calorie alternative to sugary drinks, which are a leading source of added sugars in the American diet. Visit BeHealthyPA.org for more information.
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Remove the outer layer of leaves. Cut the cabbage head in quarters. Rinse under cold running water. Do not wash cabbage until you are ready to use it. Avoid slicing or shredding cabbage in advance as this will cause it to lose some of its vitamin C content. If you must prepare it an hour or more in advance before cooking, place it in a plastic bag, seal tightly, and refrigerate.

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Cuidados para el consumo:
Retire la capa de hojas externas. Corte la cabeza del repollo en cuartos. Enjuague con el chorro de agua fría. No lave el repollo hasta usarlo. Evite rebanar o rallar
el repollo con anticipación; esto hará que pierda cierto contenido de vitamina C. Si debe prepararlo con una hora o más de anticipación antes de cocinarlo, colóquelo en una bol.
This winter, find safe, fun, and simple ways to ge This winter, find safe, fun, and simple ways to get active! Even things you have to  do anyway count as physical activity, like raking leaves, vacuuming, walking the dog, dancing, and pushing a stroller!
Getting ready to get groceries? Try this! Double Getting ready to get groceries? Try this!

Double check what you already have before making your shopping list. There might be options in your freezer, cabinets, and refrigerator that can help you plan meals before you get groceries.

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This institution is an equal opportunity provider. This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through the PA Department of Human Services (DHS).