Avoid fad diets that promote unnecessary restrictions.Eat foods in various forms including fresh, frozen, canned and dried.Include your favorite cultural foods and traditions.Week 3: Eat a variety of foods from all food groups. The garden creates a community of people and is a peaceful sanctuary that embodies hope and health.Īs funding permits, vegetables are available to survivors year-round. Days and times are established depending on the time of year. During the spring and summer, vegetables and herbs are grown in the Healing Rose Garden and harvested by garden members. It encourages healthy eating and physical activity. The garden manager provides education on growing, harvesting, food preparation and food safety. Survivors take on tasks, if able, to nurture the garden and harvest vegetables. The Healing Rose Garden is a community garden with a mission to engage survivors in growing and eating cancer-fighting organic vegetables. In addition, experienced staff can guide people to the programs and community resources that are appropriate to their needs. The MAC Center's Cancer Survivor Programs include the distribution and cultivation of fruits and vegetables! Ongoing offerings focus on nutrition and physical activity to help people improve their quality of life and reduce their risk of recurrence. Learn about community resources such as SNAP, WIC and local food banks.Use a grocery list and shop sales when purchasing food.See what food you have at home before purchasing more.Start a container or backyard garden to grow food at home.įind a farmer's market near you.Buy foods in season and shop locally when possible.Enjoy more plant-based meals and snacks.Week 1: Eat with the environment in mind. Each week will highlight different aspects of nutrition and how you can incorporate them into your daily routine. Practice gratitude for your body by giving it the fuel it needs with sustainable foods. This year's theme is "Fuel for the Future," which highlights the importance of fueling our bodies at every age and eating with the environment in mind. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthy eating and physical activity habits.
March is National Nutrition Month®, an annual campaign created 50 years ago in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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