The theme for National Nutrition Week 2025 is "Food Connects Us," which encourages people to connect with their family through shared meals and understand the broader connection between food, health, culture, and community. This theme aims to highlight the importance of balanced diets, promote mindful eating of healthy and seasonal foods, and support community efforts to improve food access and nutrition education.  
 
Key Aspects of the "Food Connects Us" Theme:
  • Family Connection:
    It promotes gathering for family meals to build positive eating habits and a supportive environment for healthy choices. 
     
  • Health and Wellness:
    The theme emphasizes how a balanced diet rich in diverse fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins is essential for overall well-being. 
     
  • Culture and Community:
    It encourages people to recognize and celebrate the cultural significance of food and engage with community resources like food banks and pantries to enhance access to healthy foods. 
     
  • Mindful Eating:
    The theme supports eating more plant-based meals and reducing junk food consumption, focusing on fresh and seasonal produce. 
     
How to Participate:
  • Host Family Meals:
    Make an effort to gather your family for regular meals to serve as positive role models for healthy eating. 
     
  • Eat a Variety of Foods:
    Try to include a rainbow of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean or plant-based proteins in your diet. 
     
  • Engage with Your Community:
    Support local food banks and community gardens to improve access to healthy foods. 
     
  • Consult a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN):
    RDNs can provide tailored nutrition plans to help you meet your health goals.