We're now more than 7 months into the pandemic that has upended so many lives. Thankfully scientists have learned many things about protecting your body from the effects of the Coronavirus…

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The Food Bank of Northern Nevada announced that they will hold a special Mobile Harvest distribution today from 1-3 p.m.  in the parking lot of Baldini's Sports Casino at 865 S Rock Blvd, Sparks, NV 89431.  This distribution aims to assist families in need while raising awareness for the program as a whole.  Anyone in need of food assistance is welcome to attend.  The distribution will include free fresh fruits and vegetables along with some shelf stable fo...

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The Food Bank of Northern Nevada's Mobile Harvest truck visited the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System on Locust Street on Friday. They were there to help provide fresh produce to veterans, many of whom can't afford fresh produce on fixed incomes.

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The Reno Gleaning Project is at it again. But there are several things different this year.  "There's significantly less fruit and that has to do with the fact that we had a late frost and also it was cold in the spring," said Pamela Mayne of the Reno Gleaning Project.  Well they are still busy, they've been seeing only about half as many trees with fruit this year than lasts.  "Just so many trees producing fruit last year that sometimes the trees just...

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If you've been inside a school lunch room lately, no doubt you've noticed a big change. Schools are serving a new menu with more fruits and vegetables and fewer starches and fats.

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Those who showed up for the Food Bank's food pantry near downtown Reno Wednesday found more than fresh fruits and vegetables. They also found a chance to visit with a doctor online on Anthem's test program called Live Health Online.

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Holiday dinners can be difficult for diabetics, because everything you eat affects your blood sugar. However, reading labels before you cook can keep your holiday feasts festive.

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Getting healthier food to the people who can least afford it…Reno food banks shift their focus to providing more fresh produce.