As part of National Nutrition Month, Fairfax County’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program recently hosted a special event to promote healthy eating and nutrition. Families who visited the Annandale District Office on March 18 had the opportunity to sample delicious, premade healthy foods and learn how to incorporate nutritious ingredients into their daily meals.

Health Department staff shared practical tips on affordable, nutritious meal preparation and the benefits of choosing fresh, nutrient-dense foods. By making nutrition education accessible and engaging, WIC continues to support families in making informed food choices that lead to healthier lifestyles.

“This year's National Nutrition Month theme, Food Connect, took us to our four district offices, where we had the opportunity to encourage more meatless meals, including the delicious Middle Eastern Bean Salad featured in the WIC Recipe Book,” said Magda Garcia Narvaez, public health nutritionist with the WIC program. “We also promoted the importance of sharing more meals together as a family by providing helpful tips and engaging facts on our bilingual bulletin boards. We are thrilled with the results, as both clients and staff actively participated, making the initiative a meaningful success.”

For more information on nutrition resources, WIC benefits, and upcoming events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/health/women-infants-children.