Nutrition is a crucial part of our health and overall wellness. That's why Michigan State University Extension's team of experts bring evidence-based nutrition education into communities across the state. Our staff delivers educational programming to communities and helps create lasting healthy changes, from kitchen tables to school cafeterias. Programming is supported through the Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and formerly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP-Ed).
Offerings and programs include:
- Cooking Matters, a nutrition program where participants learn how to eat healthy, cook, and grocery shop on a limited budget.
- Making Healthy Choices, which features healthy tips in newsletters for parents and seniors, available in both English and Spanish, as well as a free library of videos for seniors.
- My Way to Wellness, a free, online self-paced nutrition program available to individuals living in Michigan who are eligible for supplemental food assistance.
- Teen Cuisine, a nutrition and physical activity education program for teens in sixth through 12th grade. Students learn cooking skills, as well as general information about nutrition, food safety, and physical activity.
- Show Me Nutrition, a nutrition education program taught at school where at least 50 percent of students are eligible for free or reduced lunch. This program for pre-K through eighth-grade youth promotes healthy eating, positive body image, physical activity and food safety.
- Information and resources to help you better budget food benefits.
- Nutrition and physical activity content featured on our MI Health Matters social media channels. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
- Articles, healthy recipes, podcasts and more.
To have an MSU Extension team member contact you about nutrition programming, please fill out this brief survey.
News
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Shopping to save money and eat healthy
Published on October 24, 2025
Discover simple tips you can use at the grocery store and farmers market. -
New partnership between MSU CANR and Domino’s enhancing food education in Detroit
Published on October 14, 2025
Domino’s support will expand hands-on learning and mentorship opportunities at the DPFLI, equipping students with practical skills in urban agriculture and food processing to strengthen Detroit’s food system. -
It’s never too late to improve your eating habits
Published on October 13, 2025
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, the good news is that you can still improve your eating habits. -
Walking for 15 minutes after a meal may provide the best benefit
Published on October 10, 2025
Fifteen minutes of walking after a meal may decrease your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. -
New MSU Extension recipe site makes healthy eating easier for Michiganders
Published on September 30, 2025
Check out this new resource to learn new skills and tips and find nutritious and affordable recipes for you and your family.
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