NIH Hosts Nutrition Month Events

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National Nutrition Month^®, an annual initiative established in March 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, focuses on making informed food choices and fostering healthful eating and physical activity habits.

This year’s theme, “Beyond the Table,” delves into the farm-to-fork aspect of nutrition, covering everything from food production and distribution to navigating grocery stores, farmers markets, home food safety and storage practices. Also, it explores the various ways we consume food—on the go, in schools and restaurants, and at events.

The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services at the Office of Research Services (ORS) is promoting several events in observance of the month. All times ET.

• Healthy Cooking Demonstration: Keeping it Simple—live, online with Elizabeth Bilodeau, a registered dietitian, showcasing how to cook with five ingredients or less. 

Wednesday, Mar. 6, noon-12:50 p.m. Zoom pre-registration https://bit.ly/49y4LrI

• Food & Mood Webinar—panelists from ORS, National Institute of Mental Health and National Institute of General Medical Sciences will discuss the gut-brain connection, the role of the microbiome, eating with the seasons and impact on overall health. 

Tuesday, Mar. 12, noon-12:50 p.m. Zoom link https://bit.ly/4bH7HEj 

• Kaiser Permanente Mobile Health—coming to Bethesda campus (Lot 10H, south side of Clinical Center) complimentary biometric screenings, including blood pressure, diabetes screening (A1C), cholesterol check, health education and flu vaccine. Pre-registration details will be available soon. Open to all NIH staff with ID badge; walk-ins welcome. 

Thursday, Mar. 21, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Virtual Grocery Store Tour—effectively navigate the aisles, prepare ahead, understand food labels and shop in-season to maximize freshness. 

Wednesday, Apr. 17, noon-12:50 p.m. Zoom registration: https://bit.ly/4bHvDHO

Visit https://wellnessatnih.ors.od.nih.gov/Pages/news-and-events.aspx for updates.