We empower DC residents to take charge and be aware how the beverage industry targets vulnerable communities and how that impacts our health.
Washington D.C.
Joined March 2021
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Sugary drinks are not an alternative to water. #Sugarydrinks increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease and other chronic diseases. Don’t sugar code it, say NO to soda!
#TFDCH #TogetherforDCHealth #thedc #washingtondc #districtofcolumbia #health #healthy
Consuming sugary drinks affects our community! #Diabetes is one of the 10 leading causes of death in all Wards. Let's get informed on how to protect our community! #TFDCH #TogetherforDCHealth #thedc
Durante la temporada de calor estar #hidratado es fundamental! Por ello es recomendado consumir entre 2 y 2.5 litros de agua diarias para soportar las altas temperaturas del #verano.
#TFDCH #TogetherforDCHealth #dontmutemyhealth #dchealth #washingtondc #washingtondclife
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Here’s hoping that Pepsi’s #ZeroHunger pledge involves them shifting the millions they spend lobbying to kill soda taxes to programs that end hunger! 🤞
How does it work? 👇 The #ZeroHunger pledge will launch at The Summit in September with more than 100 companies. Many are already on board - and we just added PepsiCo to the pledge today! 💪
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Sugary drinks are linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and tooth decay. Soda sizes at our largest restaurant chains aren’t helping:
cspinet.org/news/most-chain-…
#Summer is well underway and some parts of the country are experiencing record temperatures!
Remember that #water plays an important role in our bodies!
#TFDCH #dontmutemyhealth #DCfoodjustice #dchealth #washingtondc #washingtondclife #dcfit #dc
Learn how to stay cool, fit, and healthy this summer! Here are some tips to safely work out during the heat of the summer:
● Stay hydrated (drink at least 2 liters of water every day)
● Wear light clothing
● Use sunscreen
● Take cold shower
● Know your limits
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CSPI’s latest poll shows more than three-quarters of New Yorkers support sugar warning icons on chain restaurant menu items:
cspinet.org/news/new-yorkers…
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Food date labels often don't align with food safety risks. They correspond to freshness + serve to protect food brands' reputations for peak quality. We're long overdue for federal date labels standards rooted in science. vox.com/22559293/food-waste-…
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Another possible reason to cut back on sugary drinks? It’s too early to tell.
nytimes.com/2021/07/05/well/…
Overconsumption of sugary drinks is associated with obesity, heart disease, tooth decay and Type 2 diabetes. Fadra Whyte, a pediatric dentist in San Diego, says sugar-sweetened beverages are one of the major contributors to diet-related diseases. sandiegouniontribune.com/opi…
Tune in to our #HealthExpert, @askdryola at 10 am Tomorrow with @elzol1079 ! They'll discuss #NutritionEquityNow within our community and how we can continue to educate our community members on leading a #HealthierDC.
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Join us on Thurs 7/15 for a webinar on how sugary drink warnings can affect consumer behavior + the food supply, how to design sugary drink warnings to maximize effectiveness, & the potential impact of sugary drink warnings on health equity.
Register: register.gotowebinar.com/reg…
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Reminder: High blood pressure can lead to heart attack, stroke, heart failure and a host of other problems. Check yours, and talk to your doctor if it's higher than normal.
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“For decades, @ILSI_Global has been @CocaColaCo's accomplice, interfering in and blocking" public health policy.
No more.
Time for @PepsiCo, @McDonaldsCorp, @GeneralMills,
@KelloggCompany, @ConagraBrands, @Unilever, @KraftHeinzCo to follow suit.
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It’s easy to turn a blind eye when Big Soda flashes their big money.
#TFDCH #TogetherforDCHealth #NutritionEquityAct #NutritionEquityNow #4DCHealth #dontmutemyhealth #DCHealth #dmv #dc #washingtondc #foodequity #foodequiality #healthequity #equity
#TBT: May 19th Hearing! Thank you @AskDrYola for your leadership during the Nutrition Equity Amendment Hearing! Although the bill has been withdrawn, we will keep pushing for a #HealthierD
#TFDCH #TogetherforDCHealth #NutritionEquityAct #4DCHealth #dontmutemyhealth
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Happy Fathers Day from 801 Men’s Shelter. We want to celebrate all the Dad’s out there making in difference in the lives of their children and communities.
Happy Father’s Day to all our DC Dads! From grilling up your favorite veggies to playing catch - They help us lead a healthier community!
#FathersDay #fatherdaughter #FathersDay2021 #fatherson #4dchealth
¡Feliz Día del Padre a todos nuestros papás de DC! Desde asar a la parrilla sus verduras favoritas hasta jugar a atrapar, ¡nos ayudan a liderar una comunidad más saludable!
#diadelpadre #dcpadres #padreyninos #padreyninas #familia #4dchealth #tfdch
