Powerful (and unsurprising) research shows that if we want to eradicate hunger, we must address racism/discrimination. The Philadelphia study found that people who experience daily discrimination are nearly TWICE as likely to struggle with hunger. Chilton, who co-authored the research, shared that “If we are just fighting to strengthen SNAP [formerly food stamps], or for […]
Everything You Know About Obesity is Wrong
Please share your thoughts after reading this article! It’s enlightening and disturbing. The amount of shaming that people with larger bodies face is cruel and unwarranted. Two facts that this author points out are that: 1. diets don’t work, and 2. weight isn’t a direct indicator of health. Yes, ideally we ALL practice healthy behaviors […]
Redding FSTP Grads
We had a small but mighty group for Redding FSTP. One thing we talked about was how to deliver nutrition education in a way that acknowledges the role of trauma and also builds resilience. Given the fires in and around Redding, we were struck by the resilience and strength of this group and their community. […]
Food as (mental health) medicine?
This article highlights studies that suggest a healthy diet (lots of veggies, whole grains, and good fats and proteins) is linked to lower rates of depression. One study found that offering dietary advice had more of a positive impact on a person’s mood than social supports alone. In addition to other health benefits, a good […]
Rich People Exercise, Poor People Take Diet Pills
This is an excellent read on our ACEs and Nourishment page exploring how economic uncertainty makes it more difficult for underprivileged communities to plan for workouts and healthy meals. Rich People Exercise, Poor People Take Diet Pills. “One reason the underprivileged face an obesity crisis is that they rely on ineffective weight-loss strategies. In part, […]