Nutrition
Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry is committed to providing the most nutritious food possible for our neighbors in need. So we’re looking to increase the amounts of fruits and vegetables we offer. And we’re trying to build as much protein in our food allotments as possible. Of course we can’t afford to buy T-bone steaks for everyone. But we can find ways to help people put Pantry foods together in ways that make meals more nutritious—and delicious.
We offer on-site nutrition education sessions during many of our regular food distribution sessions. See the list below for dates when the Nutrition Education team will be on hand.
For more tips on healthy eating, click on the sidebar to your left.
What's Happening This Month at the Pantry
Simple activities can make a big difference in your health. Join us this month for easy tips and a couple of good food samples, too!
May. 4 — Exercise Activity and Small Group Discussion
May. 8 — Food Demo:: White Bean Dip with Pita Chips
May. 18 — Food Demo: Yogurt, Fruit and Granola Parfait
May. 22 — Exercise Activity and Small Group Discussion
Previous Months
March: Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day
February: Don’t Pour On The Pounds: The Truth About Added Sugar
The Nutrition Education Program is funded in part by grants from Kraft Foods Feeding Possibilities, the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation and the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association. Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry would like to express deep appreciation to all of these funders.