National Nutrition Month 2025

Brittany Spieker, Food, Nutrition, and Health Extension Educator and Registered Dietitian Author

03/12/2025 Added

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March is here, and with it comes National Nutrition Month®! This year’s theme is ‘Food Connects Us’.

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[00:00:01.000]Hey there, it’s Brittany Spieker, your local Food, Nutrition,
[00:00:04.180]and Health Extension Educator and Registered Dietitian.
[00:00:07.440]March is here, and with it comes National Nutrition Month®!
[00:00:11.420]This year’s theme is ‘Food Connects Us’.
[00:00:14.660]Food is so much more than just something we eat -
[00:00:17.660]it’s the foundation of traditions, celebrations, and memories.
[00:00:21.494]It’s the shared experience around a meal that connects us,
[00:00:24.234]whether it’s with our family, friends, or communities.
[00:00:28.134]Food helps create relationships, tells stories, and fosters
[00:00:32.134]understanding across different cultures and backgrounds.
[00:00:36.200]And that’s exactly what National Nutrition Month® is all about -
[00:00:40.200]celebrating how food connects us and how we can make healthier choices
[00:00:44.200]that benefit not just ourselves, but the communities around us.
[00:00:49.340]This National Nutrition Month®, let’s think about
[00:00:52.020]how food can bring us closer to each other.
[00:00:54.919]Here are a few ideas for incorporating ‘Food Connects Us’ into your daily life:
[00:01:01.200]Opportunity #1. Share meals with loved ones:
[00:01:05.520]There’s something special about gathering around a table.
[00:01:08.580]Whether it's a weeknight dinner or a holiday celebration,
[00:01:11.800]sharing food allows us to connect with others in meaningful way.
[00:01:15.940]If you haven’t shared a meal with family or friends in a while,
[00:01:18.580]this is the perfect opportunity to get something on the calendar!
[00:01:23.320]Opportunity #2. Try new foods:
[00:01:27.609]Food has the power to introduce us to new cultures, flavors, and traditions.
[00:01:31.609]Experiment with new recipes - maybe try a dish that’s been
[00:01:35.609]passed down through generations in another community.
[00:01:38.129]It’s a fun way to learn and celebrate different traditions through food!
[00:01:44.600]Opportunity #3. Support local farmers and food producers:
[00:01:49.840]Choosing to buy local not only supports your community
[00:01:53.840]but also gives you access to fresh, seasonal products.
[00:01:57.975]Whether it’s from a farmer’s market or a local grocery store,
[00:02:01.495]purchasing locally grown food helps strengthen the ties between
[00:02:05.035]farmers, consumers, and the community as a whole.
[00:02:10.040]Opportunity #4. Cook together:
[00:02:13.840]Whether you’re in the kitchen with family, friends, or even your neighbors,
[00:02:17.440]cooking together is a wonderful way to bond and create lasting memories.
[00:02:22.400]There’s something about the process of chopping, stirring,
[00:02:25.480]and tasting that can help people connect on a deeper level.
[00:02:28.780]Plus, it’s a great opportunity to teach children or
[00:02:31.760]others in your life about nutrition and healthy eating habits.
[00:02:36.320]Now, as we celebrate National Nutrition Month®,
[00:02:39.060]let’s take a moment to appreciate these small,
[00:02:41.060]but intentional acts and how food connects us all.
[00:02:45.460]Whether you’re cooking for yourself or with others,
[00:02:48.400]think about the power of food to
[00:02:49.980]strengthen relationships and build your community.
[00:02:52.840]It’s more than just what we eat -
[00:02:55.284]it’s how we share it and what it means to us.
[00:02:58.060]Happy National Nutrition Month®!

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