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Level up your health game during National Nutrition Month
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Metro Health offers information and resources to help you and your family “savor your health.” | Photo via Pexels
ICYMI, March is National Nutrition Month, an annual healthy eating campaign hosted by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics since 1973.

Lettuce explain. This year’s theme, “Beyond the Table,” details the journey of nutrition from food production and distribution to choosing fresh fruits + veggies at supermarkets, local shops, and farmers markets. It also highlights home food safety, storage practices, and the various ways we eat.

This month-long initiative serves as a reminder to keep nutrition as a top priority by making healthy choices, like:
  • Planning meals ahead of time
  • Adding more fruits and vegetables to your meals
  • Making time to be physically active for at least 30 minutes a day
Throughout March (and beyond), Metro Health encourages you to stay nourished on any budget by eating a variety of colorful foods. Pro tip: Include your favorite cultural foods and traditions to make meals even more meaningful.
 
Asked
 
Which topic are you most looking forward to learning about during National Nutrition Month?
A. Staying nourished on a budget
B. Choosing a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
C. Incorporating foods from all food groups
D. Eating with the environment in mind
 
Events
 
Monday, March 11
  • Mommy & Me & Mimosas | Monday, March 11 | 12-2 p.m. | Nowhere Bookshop, 5154 Broadway, San Antonio | Free | Let the kids enjoy a special spring break story time while parents enjoy $5 mimosas at the bar.
  • Scream Break | Monday, March 11-Saturday, March 16 | 6-9 p.m. | Six Flags Fiesta Texas, 17000 IH-10 W., San Antonio | $70 | Add some fright to your night with the Scream Punk Army and haunted houses during spring break.
Tuesday, March 12
  • “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” Trivia | Tuesday, March 12 | 7 p.m. | McIntrye’s, 90 NE Interstate Loop 410, San Antonio | Free | Join Get It Games for a night of answering questions with your team about this comedy show.
  • Filipino Heritage Night | Tuesday, March 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Frost Bank Center, 1 Frost Bank Center Dr., San Antonio | $25-$75 | Watch the San Antonio Spurs take on the Houston Rockets at this heritage night.
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News Notes
 
Closed
  • Second Pitch Beer Co. abruptly closed over the weekend. The award-winning brewery owned by Jim and Samantha Hansen was in operation for four years at 11935 Starcrest Dr. The couple announced the closing via Instagram last week and thanked its customers for their support over the years.
Sports
  • The San Antonio Missions baseball team released their 2024 promotional schedule. Fans can flock to Nelson Wolff Stadium this season for five promo nights, 13 giveaways nights, and four different weekly promo nights (think: $2 Tuesdays). The team’s first promo night is Friday, April 26 at 7:05 p.m.
Animal
  • Welcome Ginny and Luna. The San Antonio Zoo reintroduced capybaras to the property for the first time in five years. Known to be the world’s largest rodent, this pair of three-year-old capybaras moved into their new habitat last Thursday with anteaters Demetrio and Sprout. Visit the new roommates today.
Number
  • 343,000. That’s approximately how many people are flying in + out of the San Antonio International Airport during spring break. Before you head to SAT this season, review our airport guide to make your time at the terminals quick and painless.
Holiday
  • The start of Ramadan, a month of reflection + fasting in Islam, depends on the sighting of the new moon. Observe and learn more by attending the Islam 101 class with Br. Mike at the Islamic Center of San Antonio.
Listen
  • The NFL free agency begins today, and the Cowboys have a list of players hitting the market. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Correction
  • Sorry about that. Last Friday we reported incorrectly that the San Antonio Book Festival is in its 11th year, the festival is actually in its 12th year. Check out the festival’s lineup.
Shop
  • This cozy men’s sweatshirt has been climbing the sales ranks and we can see why — the brushed fleece makes this everyday essential super comfortable.*
 
Outdoors
 
Hikes for all
SATXtoday: Hiking Accessibility San Antonio Missions
NPS Park Ranger leads tour group at San Antonio Mission National Historic Park. | Photo by NPS
The outdoors are for everybody — and there are plenty of hikes in our area that are friendly to wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids. Get some fresh air on three of our favorite accessible trails.

Mission Trails

Most of the Mission Trail is accessible, and there are many paved paths around each of the major sites. The sites also loan out wheelchairs and the ranger-led tours are on paved sections. Read the park’s accessibility page for more info.

Leon Creek Greenway: North from Grissom Rd.

Enjoy views of the stream bed as you take in the great outdoors. This 11.9-mile trail is paved, relatively flat, and typically about 6-ft wide. We recommend parking at the Grissom Road lot where there are two designated accessible spots.

What’s your go-to wheelchair-accessible trail? Let us know where we should explore next.
 
The Buy
 
Flower pots, solar lights, or lemon trees in QVC’s garden deals. “Love your garden” items are on sale until Thursday, March 28, meaning it’s the perfect time to start dreaming up this year’s outdoor spaces.
 
Answered
 
What are you plans for spring break?
SATXtoday: San Antonio Zoo

Visit Uma and Timothy during spring break at the hippo exhibit inside the San Antonio Zoo.

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Photo by Al Rendon

37.5% plan to travel for spring break, another 37.5% are working (us too), and 25% of you are planning a stay-cation in the Alamo City.
 
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The Wrap
 
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From the editor
Raise your hand if moving stresses you out — raises both hands and feet. I’m currently towards the end of this transition, and it has been a wild ride. What has gotten me through this time? Attempting to eat something healthy each day, the occasional glass of wine, and lots of cuddles with my dog, Benny.
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