Benefits include improved independence, vitality, mood, and weight control, along with a reduction in bone fracture risk and arthritic knee pain. Participants may range from sedentary and unfit to very active. Youth and Family Gardens Nutrition Connections staff can work with income eligible youth in summer gardening projects. They will learn gardening basics, nutrition and food skills. Youth actively participate in the gardening process from seed to the final harvest.
Families can work together to participate in family garden projects at home or a local site.
Nutrition Connections staff provides materials on gardening and nutrition to get you started. Enjoy this fun summer projects with your family. Available to families meeting income guidelines. Contact the Nutrition Connections staff in your county for more information. Team Nutrition is a USDA initiative to promote nutrition, health and exercise to school children, their parents and their community.