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Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition
College of Health and Human Sciences

Food Science and Human Nutrition Extension Nutrition, Food Safety, and Health

Our team of Extension educators work across the state of Colorado to improve the health and lives of residents by:

    • Promoting nutritious food choices and safe food handling practices
    • Providing nutrition and food safety programs for individuals, community groups, and agencies
    • Answering questions on a variety of nutrition and food safety topics

Programs and Resources

CSU Extension’s Nutrition, Food Safety, and Health team members work across the state of Colorado to improve the health and lives of residents by promoting nutritious food choices and safe food handling practices. We provide current, research-based, and reliable nutrition and food safety programs and answer questions on a variety of nutrition and food safety topics.

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Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program is a nutrition education program serving low-income families. EFNEP peer educators teach families how to: eat healthy on a limited budget; save money at the grocery store; keep food safe to eat; and, be more physically active.

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Food Safety

Assuring the safety of food begins long before it reaches the table. From the producer to the consumer, food safety strategies can be followed to minimize contamination and help lower the risk of foodborne illness. Let CSU Extension assist you with:

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Nutrition and Health

Find current nutrition and health information aimed at helping you become better informed and more motivated to achieve optimal health at every stage of your life.

  • Basic nutrition information
  • How-to cooking videos
  • Special diet information
  • Food Smart website
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Contact Us

CSU Campus
Colorado Counties and Regions