March in Bloomington isn't just signaling the start of spring, it's also ushering in a season of good health with National Nutrition Month. The folks over at Bloomington Public Health (BPH) are on a mission, and it's all about bringing better nutrition to those in need. Through the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition program, they're supporting low-income pregnant individuals and new parents, offering a lifeline to more nutritious eating, as reported by Bloomington's official website.

Last year, BPH provided services to a staggering 3,155 WIC participants. One particularly satisfied client gushed while loading up on greens, "We love WIC." They continued, "We get $50 for fruits and vegetables and other healthy stuff! People at the store tell me that my WIC grocery cart is the healthiest they've ever seen. You are doing good work," according to their story on Bloomington's official website.

The WIC staff is looking to turn the tide against poor nutrition by educating families. They're offering more than just the basics, with nutrition education, tools to make healthy food choices, and even breast/chestfeeding information and counseling. This ensures that participants of the program are not only fed but equipped with the knowledge to sustain a healthy lifestyle for themselves and their children.

For interested residents looking to get a piece of the pie, the Public Health WIC program has its door open. A simple call to 952-563-8993 could set them on the path to healthier living. And here's the kicker—no U.S. citizenship? No problem. The program is available to all those residing in Bloomington, in need of support, hinting that health truly knows no borders.