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Uniting nutrition education and hunger solutions to support healthy, food-secure communities in Utah.

14/10/2026

The Hunger Solutions Institute is a small but mighty team!

12/10/2026

We are excited to launch our second round of Green Apron, in collaboration with Utah 4-H. Green Apron is a FREE statewide virtual cooking program for youth ages 12–18!

No cooking experience is necessary! Green Apron is designed to help youth become more confident and independent in the kitchen while learning practical ways to prevent food waste at home.

Green Apron: Holidays Around the World
Dates: Mondays, November 2, 9, 16 & 23
Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Ages: 12–18
Location: Virtual
Cost: FREE
Register in Z-Suite: https://4h.zsuite.org/external-event-registration/62987

During the four-week series, youth will cook recipes inspired by different cuisines while developing skills such as reading and adapting recipes, knife skills, using kitchen appliances safely, measuring ingredients, food safety and hygiene, and preparing multi-step meals. They'll also learn strategies for reducing food waste, including "shopping" their pantry, refrigerator, freezer, or garden first; making ingredient substitutions; properly storing and using leftovers; and finding creative ways to use foods they already have.

Registered youth will receive a Green Apron supply box with printed recipes, an apron, meat thermometer, food safety magnet, additional cooking tools, and select ingredients used during the lessons. Families will need to provide the remaining ingredients for each recipe. We intentionally encourage youth to use appropriate ingredients they already have at home whenever possible rather than purchasing everything new.

Our November cook-alongs will feature:
November 2 – Latin Inspired: Mexican Vegetable Casserole + nutrition and MyPlate
November 9 – Asian Inspired: Vietnamese Bowl + cross-contamination, shelf life, and egg safety
November 16 – Mediterranean Inspired: Baked Falafel & Hummus + using long-shelf-life ingredients
November 23 – United States Inspired: Homemade Stuffing + baking techniques, ingredient storage, and reducing bread waste

We hope to see your family there!

10/10/2026

Today's National Moldy Cheese Day holiday is meant to celebrate blue & bloomy cheeses, artisanal craft cheeses, and edible mold varieties of cheeses but we couldn't resist sharing tips to avoid the food waste that comes if cheese that isn't meant to be eaten moldy goes bad.

06/10/2026

Welcome to the Utah State University Hunger Solutions Institute! 🌱

You may recognize the name, as we have worked closely with Create Better Health as part of USU Extension for many years now.

The Hunger Solutions Institute (HSI) is an integrated academic, Extension, and community organization. Our goal is to reduce food insecurity and food waste in Utah communities by connecting hunger-relief organizations, public and private partners, and higher education across the state.

Here's what you'll find on this page:
🥕 Tips and tools to stretch your food budget
♻️ Ideas to reduce food waste at home, in schools, and in your community
📚 Education and resources for youth and families
🍎 Information on grants that connect communities to fresh food and our current work

Follow along and share with someone who could use these resources. Together, we can build a stronger, more food-secure Utah.

23/09/2026

Celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week with WasteLess! Join the Food Waste Solutions Through Conscious Cooking webinar to learn practical ways to prevent food waste at home. You can also take the Food Waste Challenge by choosing a simple food-saving tip—like getting creative with leftovers, shopping smarter, or freezing food before it spoils—then tell us how you put it into practice and share a photo of your food-saving win. Learn more and get involved at wastelesssolutions.org/our-initiatives/fwpw.

Waste Less Solutions Food Waste Prevention Week

04/09/2026

After over 26 incredible years, we are saying goodbye to Create Better Health. ♥️
It has been an absolute privilege to serve Utah communities and help Utahns make healthier choices on a budget, build confidence in the kitchen, and gain access to healthier food options.
Create Better Health has been made possible because of the incredible support from our participants, community partners, volunteers, educators, and everyone who has shared, attended, cooked, learned, and grown with us along the way. We are so grateful for every person who has been part of our journey.
While we are saddened to close this chapter, we are incredibly proud of the difference Create Better Health has made across Utah over the past 26 years. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your communities and your pursuit of better health.
Here’s to 26 years of creating better health together. ♥️

26/08/2026

Today, we’re recognizing a program making a big difference in nutrition security: the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs! 🍎🥛

These programs help ensure students have access to low-cost or no-cost, nutritious meals during the school day while also helping families and students understand the health benefits of participating in school meals.

If your household meets the income guidelines, we encourage you to apply for free or reduced-price school meal benefits. Every child deserves access to healthy, nourishing food that helps them learn, grow, and thrive. 💚

Learn more and check the income eligibility guidelines: https://www.fns.usda.gov/schoolmeals/income-eligibility-guidelines

24/08/2026

Thinking about advancing your career as certified health educator?
The National Nutrition Certification Program (NNCP) helps all kinds of health and wellness professionals build evidence-based nutrition knowledge through a flexible online format designed for real-world application.
Whether you're a fitness professional, health educator, or exploring a new career path, earning a nutrition certification online can help strengthen your credibility and confidence.
✔ Flexible online learning
✔ University-backed curriculum
✔ Career-focused education
✔ Continuing education opportunities

To register for our NNCP course, go to the link in our bio or visit this link: https://extension.usu.edu/createbetterhealth/CBH-NNCP

20/08/2026

Thinking about advancing your career in health or wellness like Jenny?
The National Nutrition Certification Program (NNCP) helps professionals build evidence-based nutrition knowledge through a flexible online format designed for real-world application.
Whether you're a fitness professional, wellness coach, or exploring a new career path, earning a nutrition certification online can help strengthen your credibility and confidence.
✔ Flexible online learning
✔ University-backed curriculum
✔ Career-focused education
✔ Continuing education opportunities

To register for our NNCP course, go to the link in our bio or visit this link: https://extension.usu.edu/createbetterhealth/CBH-NNCP

Address

8749 Old Main Hill
UT
84322

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+14357973923

Website

https://extension.usu.edu/hsi/

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