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LSU AgCenter Beauregard Parish Healthy Living

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LSU AgCenter Beauregard Parish Healthy Living

Providing research-based information on nutrition, health, and physical activity.

Developing community-based projects to help improve the health of Beauregard parish residents.

09/29/2025

Tailgating season is heating up and so are grills throughout the state! But don’t let spoiled food sideline your celebration. Keep your crew safe with these simple tips: https://bit.ly/TailgatingFoodSafety

09/22/2025

Our new apple cinnamon oat muffin recipe is the perfect back to school breakfast! Packed with fiber, B vitamins, and iron, these on-the-go treats will keep you and your family fueled up for the day. Watch our High Obesity Program (HOP) manager Jamila and her third grade son Nandi show you how to prepare this recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FGXjegGg3o

09/18/2025

Interested in starting a vegetable garden this fall? Take this free online gardening course from LSU AgCenter horticulture agents to set yourself up for success! Dig in at https://tinyurl.com/HomeGardenCourse

09/15/2025

Shop Simple can help you find budget-friendly foods and stores that accept SNAP near you. It even has smart shopping tips to help you learn how to save extra! Use Shop Simple at https://www.myplate.gov/app/shopsimple/

09/08/2025

One of the best ways to raise healthy eaters is to invite them to help in the kitchen. Here are some ways your kids can get involved at any age this :
- Ages 2-5: wipe tables, rinse produce, stir batter, name and count
foods, pour ingredients, scoop servings.
- Ages 6-8: prepare snacks like toast or cereal, crack and beat eggs,
toss a salad, read recipes, write out the grocery list.
- Ages 9-12: use knives to cut easy-to-grip foods, knead dough, put
away leftovers, prepare simple recipes.
- Ages 12+: plan a dinner menu, use an oven or stove, use larger
knives, prepare more complicated recipes.

09/04/2025

We’ve got the perfect tool to help you start a little free pantry in your neighborhood this ! Check out our Little Free Pantry Community Implementation Guide at https://bit.ly/FreePantriesLSUAg

08/14/2025

August’s recipe of the month is white beans! If you’re from Louisiana, chances are you’ve planned to cook white beans for dinner only to realize you forgot to soak them overnight. But did you know that an instant pot can take care of that step for you? This white bean recipe is perfect for the back-to-school season. It brings a homemade meal to your table without hours on the stove. Serve it over brown rice for an extra boost of fiber and to help keep blood sugar levels steady!

Ingredients:
- 1 (1 pound) package great northern beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 8 ounces ham or seasoning meat, chopped
- 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Rinse and sort beans. Remove any small stones or debris.
2. Choose sauté on the instant pot and add oil. Add onion, bell pepper and celery, and sauté for 2 minutes. Add ham or meat and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
3. Add beans, broth, thyme and garlic powder to the pot. Stir well.
4. Turn sauté mode off. Cover instant pot, twist to lock the lid, and turn the valve to sealing. Press the beans/chili button or use manual mode and set to 30 minutes.
5. When the timer beeps, allow the pressure to release naturally for 20 minutes. Then turn the valve to venting.
6. Remove lid and use a spoon or potato masher to mash beans to desired creamy consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve over hot cooked rice.

08/13/2025

Take charge of your health – one bite at a time! Seating is limited. RSVP to Sylvia Smith 337-462-7418 or sylvia.smith@beauregard.org

08/11/2025

Not only is it National Breastfeeding Month, it’s also peakhurricane season. If you have an infant or young child, use this checklist to prepare an emergency feeding supply kit:
https://bit.ly/EmergencyFeedingSupplies

08/07/2025

Back to school means back to sports for families with
athletes. This , help your kids fuel up for
gameday and recover from practice with these 7 tips from
the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics:
- Choose whole grains for carbohydrates that provide lasting
energy.
- Include protein in meals and snacks throughout the day.
- Skip greasy, high fat foods that can cause sluggishness.
- Store snacks at the proper temperature to avoid food
poisoning.
- Focus on hydration throughout the day.
- Leave plenty of time for digestion before games or
practice.
- Incorporate low-fat or fat-free milk into meals to help build
strong bones and muscles.

08/04/2025

Sweet potato fries, ratatouille, and seasonal salsa are just a few dishes you can make with farm-fresh produce. This , explore our farmers market recipes to inspire your next meal: https://www.lsuagcenter.com/topics/food_health/food/build-a-healthy-meal/farmers-market-meals

07/31/2025

LSU AgCenter Nutrition and Community Health Agent Justine Ramsey recently partnered with the Beauregard WIC Clinic to host a food demonstration highlighting the power of beans. During the session, Justine prepared delicious bean patties while sharing practical tips on nutrition and healthy eating.

The response was overwhelmingly positive—100% of attendees said the class provided valuable nutrition info, and 80% learned a new skill they plan to use. Parents and WIC staff especially loved seeing the kids enjoy the bean patties!

Justine plans to return quarterly, so be sure to ask about her next visit when scheduling your WIC appointment—space is limited.

Want to try the recipe at home? You can find it here: https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/italian-bean-patties

Address

219 West 2nd Street
Deridder, LA
70634

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30am
Friday	8am - 4:30am

Telephone

(337)4637006

Website

http://LSUAgCenter.com/

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