During National Nutrition Month this March, we celebrate the theme “Discover the Power of Nutrition,” which helps individuals and communities thrive. A great way to connect communities around nutrition is by visiting farmers markets in Oakland County. Use our interactive map to find one near you.
The Oakland County Farmers Market is a great place to visit, even during the winter and early spring season. While enjoying the produce and artisanal goods, make sure to mark your calendar for upcoming events, like the Cooking with edibleWOW demonstration series. Presentations are held every other Saturday from 10-11 a.m.
Check out this great harvest vegetable salad recipe filled with fresh veggies available at your local produce market. Or get creative after exploring seasonal produce throughout the year.
The Health Division also offers the following programs to help support you and your family as you work towards your nutrition goals.
Nutrition Services
We provide no-cost, in-home and virtual visits to expectant mothers, infants, and children living in Oakland County who are nutritionally at risk. Our registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) can work with you to develop a safe, realistic eating plan that you can stick with for the long haul.
To learn more, visit the Nutrition Services webpage. Also available on the website is a healthcare provider toolkit focused on maternal and child nutrition. And for those not expecting, you can find nutritional information for each life stage on the Nutrition Information A-Z page. If you are interested in receiving assistance from an RDN, contact your insurance for possible coverage. You can also find RDNs in your area here.
WIC
Our WIC nutrition team is here to help families receive healthy food and one-on-one support. WIC is available to individuals who: meet income eligibility or are enrolled in Medicaid and/or SNAP/EBT, such as pregnant women, infants, children until age 5; women who recently had a baby (up to 6 months after delivery, including miscarriages); and breastfeeding women (up to 1 year after delivery). WIC provides:
- Supplemental healthy foods
- Nutrition counseling
- Education, growth and development screenings
- Breastfeeding support
- Referrals to health care, public health nurses, registered dietitians and many other helpful services
For more information and to check eligibility, visit our website or call WIC at 248-858-1272.
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the link to the ‘harvest vegetable salad’ does NOT go to the harvest vegetable salad recipe.
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