Table Talk
We invite you to join the conversation about the importance of nutrition security, food systems, and affordable food.
Nutrition Security
Nutrition security means people have the ability to find and purchase affordable, nutritious, safe, and culturally appropriate food. Nutrition security is essential for everyone. In the United States, 1 in 8 people struggle with hunger.
Visit our Nutrition Security Resources to learn more.
Food Systems
Think of a food system as the steps it takes for the food we eat to get from the farm to our kitchens and onto our dinner plates. A food system within 50-100 miles from your home is known as a local food system.
Why does it matter where our food comes from?
- Local food is fresher
- Local food tastes better
- Local food has more nutrients (than food consumed out of season)
- Local food has a shorter time between harvest and your dinner table
- Local food supports the local economy
- Local food benefits the environment
- Local foods promote a safer food supply
- Eating local food is eating seasonally and eating seasonally saves money
Visit our Food Systems Resources to learn more.
Champions for Change
Michigan Fitness Foundation presents Champions for Change, a storytelling project where every day Michiganders share their commitment to living healthier lives at home and in their community and in turn, inspire others to eat healthy and move more.
Downtown Saginaw Farmers Market
Argus Farm Stop & Green Things Farm Collective
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Ask the Nutritionist – Nutrition doesn’t have to be confusing. We can help you sort fact from fiction to harness the power of food. Use the form below to ask your questions about food
Mitten Eats (links to new window) – Discover Michigan’s fresh coast flavors with recipes featuring affordable ingredients.
MyPlate Kitchen – This website provides recipes and resources from around the country to create healthy and budget-friendly meals.