Parmer County Extension and 4-H

04/09/2026

Refresh your space, refresh your mind 🌷 Decluttering and spring cleaning can boost your mood, reduce stress, improve focus, and even get you moving. A cleaner home is a healthier home. Start small and feel the benefits! http://tx.ag/FIdojKZ 🧹✨

The renewal of spring often signals it’s time for spring cleaning — which, turns out, isn’t just good for our homes, but also our moods. A psychologist shares tips for cleaning up and explains how it can help our mental state.

04/08/2026

04/03/2026

Feeling lost in medical jargon? 🩺 Knowing key terms can help you follow your care. You might find it helpful to bring a friend, jot down questions, and ask for clear explanations. 💡

Sometimes, it's hard to understand what your doctor is saying because medical jargon feels like its own language. Here's how to improve communication.

04/02/2026

Hit a weight-loss plateau? ⚡ It’s normal! Review your meals and tweak your routine to break through. Every step counts - keep going! 🚶‍♀️🥑

Hit a weight-loss plateau? Don't despair. Restart your weight loss with these tips.

04/01/2026

Today is National Walking Day - a great day to start moving more for both physical and mental well-being. All it takes is one step 🚶🏿‍♂️ Start small. Just 5 minutes counts! Move at your own pace and build from there 💙 http://tx.ag/2seosGP

All it takes is one step. Then two. Then three. Start small. Any movement is better than no movement, and more is better! Start out with just five minutes of...

04/01/2026

Protect your skin year round ☀️ Learn how shade, smart clothing, and the right sunscreen work together to lower your risk of skin cancer. Simple, expert tips to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors 🧴 http://tx.ag/lVVz9p

This expert insight from dermatologists tells you how to use shade, clothing, and sunscreen to reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

03/31/2026

🚨Final Reminder🚨
Junior Leader Lab registration opens TOMORROW - Wednesday, April 1st at 7:00 AM!! Don't be late! Please see your email dated 3/25/2026 for more information. As always, please call the office if you have any questions, 806-251-5120 😊.

03/31/2026

🌈 Colorful fruits and veggies are rich in phytonutrients, plant compounds linked to antioxidant, anti inflammatory, and disease fighting benefits. Here’s how different colors support your health 🥕🍇 http://tx.ag/392hXQO

Research shows that phytonutrients can help reduce the risk of developing certain chronic diseases, cancers, and overall causes of mortality. To get a broad range of phytonutrients into your diet, focus on eating as many colors of the rainbow as you can.

03/29/2026

🚨Reminder🚨

Junior Leader Lab registration opens this Wednesday, April 1st at 7:00 AM!! Don't be late! Please see your email dated 3/25/2026 for more information. As always, please call the office if you have any questions, 806-251-5120 😊.

03/29/2026

Not getting enough sleep? 😴 Consistently logging fewer than 7 hours can affect mood, memory, weight, heart health and more. Learn why sleep is essential and get simple tips to build healthier habits tonight. 🌙

About one third of U.S. adults get less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night. In addition to making us feel sleepy during the day, this lack of adequate sleep could have serious health consequences. Sleep affects everything—from energy and appetite to performance, mood, attent...

03/28/2026

Lasting weight loss comes from lifestyle changes you can actually stick with. ⚖️ Discover 6 proven strategies that really work. 🥗💪

Reach your weight-loss goals with these proven tips.

03/27/2026

Make home-cooked meals simple! 🍳 Plan theme nights, batch cook, or try sheet pan and foil-pack meals. These strategies save time while helping you prep balanced dishes your whole family will love. 🥕🥩

Weekly meal planning takes time upfront but saves time on busy weeknights. Learn about this four-step approach.