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Nutrition counseling involves working one-on-one with a registered dietitian. Learn how it can help you develop positive habits that benefit your health.

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Healthy eating habits for older adults include eating more whole foods, getting enough protein, and limiting sodium. SNAP can make it more affordable to stick to healthy eating guidelines.

Feb 28, 2024

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Get inspired with some new fall recipes, each of which uses affordable ingredients that older adults can purchase using their SNAP benefits.

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Summer is the perfect time to expand your mealtime repertoire without a lot of fuss in the kitchen. And if you're income is limited, these recipes use affordable ingredients, even for older adults who rely on SNAP assistance.

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