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| December Health Observances and Holidays |
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| Helpful Holiday Links
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension.
Need an ingredient substitution, an answer to a baking question, advice on preparing foods ahead? This handy resource can help you find what you need quickly during the busy holiday season. |
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 | National Candy Cane Day
Kansas State Housing and Dining Services.
December 26 is National Candy Cane Day. Fact sheet explains how candy canes are made and provides tips to avoid packing on the extra holiday pounds. |
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 | National Handwashing Awareness Week
Henry the Hand Foundation.
National Handwashing Awareness Week is the first full week of December each year. Frequently handwashing washes away germs and prevents sickness. |
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| Resource Finder Highlights |
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| Add One to Every Meal
Maine Nutrition Network.
Don't forget to eat fruits and vegetables during the excitement of the holidays. This brochure highlights the easy ways to incorporate fruits and vegetables into breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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 | Have Your Cake & EAT It Too!
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension
Learn how to meet MyPyramid recommendations AND have enough calories left over for "extras" during the holiday season. |
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| Turkey/El pavo
University of Wisconsin. Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program.
Booklet discusses thawing, preparing, cooking and storing turkey properly. |
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Last Modified: May 11, 2009 |
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