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March is National Nutrition Month , a crucial time when food banks across the U.S. highlight the importance of providing nutritious food to combat hunger, often aligning with themes of health, equity, and access to fresh, healthy, and culturally appropriate food. Food banks focus on education and distributing nutrient-rich items, as proper nutrition prevents chronic disease. Ways to Engage in March: Donate Financially: $1 can provide up to 4 meals at many local food banks,

The updated pyramid is an inverted triangle. The largest part is made up of protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables and what the guidance describes as “healthy fats.” At the bottom is a smaller tip that includes whole grains, like bread and rice. The new 2025-2030 guidance emphasizes protein, nearly doubling what was recommended in the last version of U.S. dietary guidelines. It advises dairy consumption, including full-fat options, as a source of protein and healthy fat. Other go

Donating is one of the most direct ways to support the Priest Lake Food Bank . Your contributions make it possible for us to provide nutritious food, cover essential operating costs, and respond to the needs of our neighbors here in the Priest Lake area. Before donating food, it’s helpful to check what items we currently need. While staples like canned goods and pasta are always appreciated, we are often especially in need of items such as rice, spices, and other dry goods th