Summer brings a bounty of fresh, local produce perfect for everyday meals.
Here are a few practical tips and resources to help you and your family make the most of summer—from eating fresh to food safety and hydration.
- Exploring summer’s local harvest. Take advantage of warmer days and in-season, locally grown produce.
- 5 ways to teach your kids food literacy this summer. Learn the skills needed to grow, choose, prepare and enjoy food.
- Refreshing ways to stay hydrated this summer. Learn the signs of dehydration and find refreshing recipes to quench your and your family’s thirst.
- Looking for yummy South Asian recipes and nutrition information? Download South Asian healthy living resources here.
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Keep food safety in mind during picnics, potlucks and outdoor gatherings:
- Summer food safety (HealthLink BC)
- Keeping food safe at home
- Food safety for fruits and vegetables (HealthLink BC)
- Disinfecting drinking water when you're out in nature (HealthLink BC)
- Home canning - How to avoid botulism (HealthLink BC)
- Easy ways to make food safer (HealthLink BC)
- General food safety tips for different types of food (Government of Canada)