Category: nutrition

  • Essential Tools for Locating Food Pantries Near You

    Essential Tools for Locating Food Pantries Near You

    Finding local food pantries and free food assistance during this time of decreased SNAP benefits is critical for families. Key web sites and apps are below including how they work, why they’re useful, and tips for using them effectively. Day by day, we are hearing information about the release of SNAP benefits. Earlier this week,…

  • Malnutrition, stunting and the importance of a child’s first 1000 days

    Malnutrition, stunting and the importance of a child’s first 1000 days

    Rihlat Said Mohamed, University of the Witwatersrand The first 1000 days of a child’s life – from the time they are conceived until they turn two – is an important period for the development of both the fetus and the infant. It sets up the foundation for the child’s growth, brain development and general health.…