Nutritional Knowledge
This vitamin is primarily found in citrus fruits and helps boost the immune system.
Vitamin C
This term describes the lack of access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food.
Food Insecurity
This practice combines physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation.
Yoga
This is a local initiative where residents grow and share food in a shared space.
Community garden
This is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables for adults.
5 Servings
This mineral is crucial for bone health and is found in dairy products.
Calcium
How many Canadians suffer from food insecurity a year?
6.9 million Canadians, including almost 1.8 million children
This is the recommended amount of sleep for most adults per night.
7-9 hours
This type of market features local farmers selling their produce directly to consumers.
Farmers Market
Drinking this amount of water daily is often recommended for proper hydration.
8 Glasses or 2 Liters
This nutrient is essential for repairing tissues and making enzymes and hormones?
Protein
According to the 2023 edition of the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report how many people face hunger in the world?
Between 691 and 783 million people faced hunger in 2022, representing an increase of 122 million people compared to 2019
This account allows Scotiabank employees to allocate funds towards wellness-related expenses, including fitness memberships or nutritionist.
Wellbeing Account
Name the Canadian organization that provides surplus fresh food to those in need, working to reduce food waste.
Second Harvest
This practice involves planning and preparing meals in advance to ensure balanced nutrition.
Meal prepping
This vitamin, synthesized from sunlight is vital for bone health.
Vitamin D
In 2023, this country had the largest number of people facing high levels of acute food insecurity.
Democratic Republic of The Congo
This practice involves gradually exposing yourself to cold temperatures for potential health benefits.
Cold therapy or cryotherapy
What is the term for using local, seasonal produce to reduce the carbon footprint of food consumption?
Farm-to-table
This amount of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week is recommended for adults.
150 minutes
This essential fatty acid that is important for brain health and can be found in fish.
Omega-3
Name four factors that contribute to countries having high food insecurities.
Poverty, natural disasters, dependency on imported food, and conflict. Conflict & extreme natural disasters are the primary driver of hunger.
What is the term for the balance of physical, mental, and social well-being?
Holistic Health
This Canadian organization advocates for food sovereignty and supports local farmers to ensure sustainable food practices.
Food Secure Canada
Drinking this before meals can help with hydration and appetite control.
Water