Put Your Heart into Better Well-Being in the Workplace

NTHC Opens First of 10 Additional Fresh Produce Pantries in Tarrant County Thanks to ARPA Funding

North Texas Healthy Communities (NTHC) recently opened its 11^th Good For You Pantry, which provides fresh fruits, vegetables and healthy staples at no cost to families in underserved areas of our community. NTHC is the outreach arm of Texas Health that implements Blue Zones Project and other well-being initiatives throughout Tarrant County. The pantries are located in schools and community centers, giving families easier access to fresh produce and nutrition resources, in a place that is both familiar and trusted. The newest pantry at Christene C. Moss Elementary is the first of ten new pantries on the horizon, thanks to a grant from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), with funds administered by Tarrant County. A total of 20 pantries will be in place before the end of year.

The Good For You Pantry program is just one way NTHC is partnering with schools and others to improve the health of students and families across the region. Read more here about future plans for the pantries and contact us at BlueZonesProject@TexasHealth.org for additional ways your organization can support childhood health and wellness.

Good for You Pantry Opens at C.C. Moss Elementary

Stay Heart Healthy at Any Age

Heart disease remains the No. 1 cause of death in America, despite advances in treatment. But there are things you can do to reduce your risk, and it’s never too early to start. Get a jump on better heart health during American Hearth Month by focusing on these well-being practices:

Eat a healthy diet
Get moving
Don’t smoke
Know your biometrics
Practice good sleep hygiene
Know your family history

Learn more with tips from Texas Health’s “Are You a Well-Being” series, and feel free to share the content with other team members. Also consider reviewing your company’s wellness plan and promote benefits and activities that support heart health throughout the month.

Read “Get a Head Start on Heart Health”

Did you know that Blue Zones Project has a podcast? Over the past few years, we’ve talked to dozens of community members to hear how they’re supporting well-being throughout Fort Worth and in their own lives. People like Jesse Herrera, co-founder of CoAct. Jesse’s philosophy is to connect with communities in the planning stages, thus gaining a better understanding of the needs and challenges and allowing for more creative solutions that empower those involved. Click on the image below and “Listen In” as Jesse discusses how CoAct is working to address food insecurity, access to healthy food, transportation, work with urban farms and Grow Southeast, Mindful Market, and other efforts to create sustainable equity across our city.

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A Marathon Champion and a Champion for Health and Fitness

February is Black History Month, the annual observance in the U.S. to honor the history and contributions of Black Americans. While we pay homage throughout the month to the many Black Americans who have played a significant role in our country’s past, we also like to recognize those in our own community who are working to improve health and well-being day in and day out. Meet Ricky Cox, a 3-time Cowtown Marathon winner and patriarch of Cox Racing Services, promoting running and fitness locally for over 40 years. Learn how improving health in Fort Worth and beyond is a family business.

Discover More About Ricky Cox in This Month's 360 West Profile

Heart Health is our

Love Language!

Everyone knows February is the month of love, when we celebrate loved ones and Valentine’s Day. But before you share your heart with others, make sure you’re keeping it as healthy as possible. Fortunately, there are many ways to maintain heart health, even as you age. With healthy lifestyle habits and heart-healthy food, you can ensure you have the tools to support your heart and overall health. Show yourself some love and download these Heart Healthy Tips and Tricks. It also includes a delicious recipe for Kale & Red Quinoa Soup.

Happy American Heart Month!!

Download Heart Healthy Tips

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