Deborah Battleson will join the Goshen County office of University of Wyoming Extension Monday, April 4, as the new Cent$ible Nutrition Program educator.
Battleson has a background in psychology, social sciences, organizational leadership, and education.
The goal of the Cent$ible Nutrition Program is to help families eat better for less. By attending classes, participants learn how to improve their families’ diets and increase their ability to manage food budgets and related resources such as SNAP-Ed benefits (formerly known as food stamps). CNP also teaches basic nutrition concepts, food-buying skills, and proper food storage and safety.
“In an age where life moves so quickly and healthy foods can be costly, it’s tempting for individuals to choose quick and inexpensive foods, which are often not a healthy choice,” says Battleson. “My goal is to increase awareness of healthy alternatives that can be prepared in advance for maximum health benefits at a reasonable cost.”