The Push For Food Security Will Be More Urgent Than Ever In 2021

Nutrition is inextricably linked to health and well-being. Eating a nutritious diet goes beyond skin health, gut health, and weight management. It’s also critical for cellular health and reducing the risk of noncommunicable diseases. I spoke to MindBodyGreen in this piece about food security in 2021:

“We know that in order to be nourished, our cells need to have access to a healthy balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates coming from whole and minimally processed forms with limited additives,” she explains. “Our bodies need access to phytonutrients; our bodies need access to polyphenols; our bodies need access to affordable, safe, and nutritious foods. When we are in a position where we cannot eat well and we cannot eat foods that are supporting our cells, then our bodies actually suffer physiologically.”