March is National Nutrition Month, a time to highlight the importance of access to nutritious food and its role in overall health. Unfortunately, food deserts—areas where fresh, affordable food is scarce—disproportionately affect communities of color, contributing to higher rates of diet-related conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
Limited grocery store access and transportation barriers force many families to rely on processed, unhealthy options, exacerbating health disparities. This week's featured article explores the causes and consequences of food deserts and offers potential solutions to promote food equity and improve public health.
Make it a great week!
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Mindful Moment 😌
Pause, follow the guide below, and observe 3-5 DEEP breaths. Pay attention to the sensations you feel as you inhale and exhale.
Mindful Movement 🙆🏾♂️
This week's practice can help boost energy, enhance focus, and set a positive tone for the day. Try it 2-3 times this week and notice how you feel after each time!
Mindful Reflection ✍🏾
Am I listening to my body’s signals today (e.g., hunger, tiredness, stress), and how am I meeting those needs?
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Affirmation 🗣️
Say this to yourself silently or out loud:
"My body is strong, capable, and resilient."
Upcoming Health/Wellness Events 🗓️
Black Family Wellness Expo - 2025
This fun-filled event is dedicated to enriching, sustaining, and supporting the culture and economic well-being of African Americans and individuals of African ancestry.
- Saturday, March 15th, 12:00 - 3:00 PM EDT
- GEO Next Generation Academy (4010 North Sherman Drive Indianapolis, IN 46226)
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Public Health Day
Public Health Day is a celebration of an investment in public health. Highlights include local health department success stories, local health department awards, and networking.
- Wednesday, March 12th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
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Indiana Statehouse (200 West Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204)
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Featured Article 📚
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What are food deserts, and how do they impact health?
Learn more about food deserts, how they disproportionately impact communities of color by limiting access to fresh, affordable food, and the solutions that can promote food equity and better health.
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