Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently unveiled a new Mobile Farmers Market in conjunction with the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. The Mobile Farmers Market initiative expands Second Harvest’s ‘Food is Medicine’ programming by increasing access to fresh produce for adults with hypertension. Volusia County residents who receive a referral … [Read more...] about Second Harvest Food Bank Unveils New Mobile Farmers Market
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Increasing Access to Nutritious Foods
“We believe it’s so important for people to have access not just to food, but to nutritious food, and we find that almost everybody really wants it and enjoys it,” said Mark Thompson, co-founder of The Picnic Project in Sanford, a feeding partner of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, and one of the most recently certified nutritious pantries in a growing … [Read more...] about Increasing Access to Nutritious Foods
You are Nourishing our Neighbors
The link between diet and health is undeniable. Your support nourishes neighbors by increasing access to nutritious foods, establishing partnerships with healthcare practitioners, and providing nutrition education. Classes meet at food pantries, community centers and senior communities to improve the health and well-being of neighbors. Topics include healthy eating, … [Read more...] about You are Nourishing our Neighbors
Nutrition Beyond the Table
During National Nutrition Month this March, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is embracing the theme of “Beyond the Table” to showcase how the Food Bank’s work on health and hunger impacts many facets of our lives, from overall health and wellness to fueling future success. By taking a collaborative approach, Second Harvest is working to increase access to … [Read more...] about Nutrition Beyond the Table
Better Diet, Better Health
Food is directly related to health and well-being, whether it's butternut squash or a hamburger. Unfortunately, kids, families, and seniors trying to stretch a limited budget often remove fresh, healthy food from their shopping carts, replacing it with calorie-dense and nutritionally deficient foods. This approach might keep food in the pantry but can lead to chronic, … [Read more...] about Better Diet, Better Health
