more... > Parishes > Iberia > Family & Consumer Sciences > Use Family Mealtime to Build a Healthier Lifestyle [Image: LSU Logo] Hectic lifestyles of both parents and children make sitting down to a healthy dinner difficult for everyone. Children juggle homework and afterschool activities while parents deal with work and family-related responsibilities. But research shows family mealtime promotes healthy nutrition habits for children and adults. Back to School with a Healthy Breakfast [Image: Back to school logo] Good nutrition is very important for optimum learning experiences for youth. Research has shown that children who eat a nutritious breakfast each morning had better standardized test scores, better behavior, and were less hyperactive than children who skipped breakfast. Hurricane Season is Upon Us [Image: Are you ready for a hurricane logo] Hurricane season isn't something we necessarily look forward to in Louisiana, but it is something we need to be aware of and need to prepare for in advance. Beginning June1 is hurricane season, which usually runs through November 30. Nutrition News [Image: LSU AgCenter Logo] Quarterly news focusing on healthy eating, hearty recipes and food safety.  more articles... Eat Right When Money Is Tight Now more than ever, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Nutrition Assistance Programs can help. Many families are concerned about the rising costs of food. Read the news article attached for tips on how to stretch your food dollars through budgeting, food selection and low-cost recipes. Microwave Safety & Tips Safety tips and lists of things to do or not to do when using a microwave oven Home buyer education program [Image: Home buyer program] Be an educated home buyer. Learn the steps needed to save your money and to protect your interests. You'll learn how to select the right home, deal with home buying professionals, manage your money, choose the right mortgage for you, and to protect your investment The Louisiana Home Orchard Information regarding producing fruit in your own home orchard. Growing your own fruit can be profitable and satisfying. Living Well Newsletter [Image: Living Well Newsletter] A quarterly newsletter from the LSU AgCenter's Family and Consumer Sciences Division.