Guest Blog: Food Bank Warehouse Tour
Jennifer Caslin2022-01-24T16:22:44-05:00The Food Bank has done wonders to not only feed our neighbors in need, but proactively fight food waste. By Chef Tessa Nguyen, RD, LDN
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08, 2019
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06, 2019
Fresh Produce: Wasting Less, Feeding More
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:22:51-05:00Since 1998, the Food Bank's Fresh Produce Program has provided fresh local produce to neighbors in need while helping farmers recoup costs from food that is edible but not sellable.
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04, 2019
Volunteer Spotlight: Nicole Golinski
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:23:30-05:00Every day is different. I have enjoyed all my shifts at the Food Bank CENC, but I have really enjoyed the relationships that I have formed with the other volunteers and employees.
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03, 2019
After school, nutrition education is in session at Kids Cafes
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:24:48-05:00Jacqueline uses our Mobile Kitchen Kits to teach children all about healthy foods and how to prepare them. Even the vegetable lesson was a hit!
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03, 2019
Our Nutrition Education Team is Growing! Meet Jenny
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:23:47-05:00My name is Jenny Ryan and I am the new Nutrition Education Coordinator. I am excited to be out with the neighbors we serve to showcase easy low-cost recipes across our 34 counties.
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08, 2018
Doctors, Donors Bob and Ann know food is the most powerful medicine
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:23:53-05:00Doctors Bob Lee and Ann Talton-Lee are both pharmacists who recognize the importance of medicine, but also appreciate that food is the most powerful medicine one can use to combat and treat illness. As new members to the Full Plate Circle, they love the Food Bank’s low administrative costs, strong volunteer support, and emphasis on nutrition [...]
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03, 2018
An exciting Year 1 for Nutrition Education at Food Bank CENC
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:23:58-05:00March is National Nutrition Month. Here at the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, it’s also the anniversary of when we hired our first Nutrition Education Manager: Sara Clement, RD, LDN. In March 2017 Sara joined our new Community Health and Engagement Department, and quickly set to work infusing health and nutrition into [...]
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02, 2018
8 ways to prevent Heart Disease
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:24:06-05:00February is American Heart Month - and not just the chocolate Valentine's kind. According to the American Heart Association, "chances are, we all know someone affected by heart disease and stroke, because about 2,300 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day, an average of 1 death every 38 seconds. But together we can change that! The biggest [...]
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12, 2017
Top 7 Moments of 2017
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:24:10-05:00Each year we ask our community to help us provide millions of meals to neighbors in need, and each year you answer the call. 2017 was no exception. Fueled by your support, we worked efficiently and creatively all year long to provide the healthiest food possible to as many families, children, and seniors as possible. 1. [...]
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05, 2017
Summer Cookouts can be delicious and nutritious (Nutrition Kitchen Guide)
FBCENC2022-01-24T16:24:29-05:00Hot dogs, cheeseburgers, potato salad, and chips – all tempting foods that make up summer cookouts. While all these foods can be delicious, they are also high in calories, fat, and sodium. But with just a few simple changes, summer get-togethers with friends and family can still be fun, flavorful, and healthy. Main Dish Alternatives [...]