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06/05/2025

🎓 Thank you to the incredible graduates on the THRIVE team! Your hard work, passion, and dedication have a lasting impact. We’re so proud of you!

05/05/2025

Congratulations to our wonderful THRIVE team members for being recognized by the John’s Hopkins University School of Nursing for their exceptional research and leadership.🎉

🏆 Shoutout to Dr. Bunmi Ogungbe for Excellence in Community-Engaged Research and Care For Your Health, Inc (Executive Director: Anna Maria Izquierdo-Porrera) for Exceptional Community Partner in Research Recognition!
❤️You inspire us and we are appreciative of all your efforts in THRIVE and the community.

04/07/2025

Spring has sprung — and so has the produce!
Our THRIVE participants are diving into a vibrant box of seasonal goodness from Community FarmShare.

Think: crisp apples, rainbow carrots, juicy pears, and greens so fresh they still have their roots!
This is what Food is Medicine looks like—locally grown, nutrient-packed, and straight from Maryland’s soil.

04/04/2025

Another successful conference in the books for our THRIVE Food is Medicine team!
This time, we took on the Epidemiology Lifestyle Style conference in New Orleans and brought the heat with innovative strategies to tackle cardiovascular health disparities.

We presented and proposed impactful interventions focused on:
🥗 Promoting DASH diet adherence
🛌 Improving sleep habits
🏃‍♀️ Increasing physical activity
🩺 Encouraging regular screenings

Proud to be part of a team pushing for equitable, heart-healthy solutions!

04/01/2025

Check out our PI: Dr. Ogungbe talk more about Food is Medicine in the On the Pulse JHU podcast:

https://youtu.be/Yk0WGBALKO8?si=wSZ05jsVeJmx6WiA

“ Bunmi Ogungbe, PhD, MPH, RN, held the “Food as Medicine in the Black Community” summit at the Institute for Policy Solutions at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. The summit convened over 150 thought leaders and changemakers to catalyze conversations around integrating the cultural diets of African diaspora foods and promoting Black-owned businesses within the growing “Food as Medicine” movement. In this episode, Dr. Ogungbe discusses some of the key outcomes from the summit, her involvement in the movement, and future goals.

Dr. Ogungbe is a cardiovascular epidemiologist dedicated to using her clinical, research, and public health expertise to improve cardiometabolic outcomes among populations experiencing social marginalization. She collaborates on several community-engaged multi-level interventions leveraging digital technologies to improve hypertension control and management of chronic conditions. She is an emerging leader in community-engaged research seeking to advance cardiovascular health equity, both locally in the US and globally.”

03/31/2025

Market Monday is lookin’ fresh!
Shoutout to Community FarmShare for blessing our THRIVE participants with these vibrant, local goodies straight from Maryland’s soil!

Did you know:
🥕 Purple carrots are packed with antioxidants
🥬 Swiss chard is full of vitamin K for bone health
🧅 Red onions have natural anti-inflammatory properties
🟣 Colorful cauliflower = different phytonutrients for your body

Start your week with something that’s as fun to eat as it is to look at!

03/14/2025

💚foodie fact friday💚 did you know that flaxseeds are good for your heart? these tiny seeds contain 1) lignans which reduce plaque build up and 2) omega-3s which may be useful in treating arrhythmia you can add these to your diet by getting seeded bread or sprinkling them over your cereal

03/11/2025

Happy Women’s History Month! The lovely ladies of the THRIVE team spent this past Saturday at a local church connecting with community members. What a great way to spend the weekend!

01/24/2025

On Monday, January 21st, we proudly celebrate our Principal Investigator, Dr. Bunin Ogungbe, who was honored with the MLK Award! This incredible recognition highlights the vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to service and social justice that Dr. Bunmi Ogungbe embodies every day.

The $5000 donation to Community FarmShare and Care for Your Health is a testament to the impact of this work, and as a lab, we’re so grateful to be part of a team that continues to thrive under such inspiring guidance.

Special thanks to India Washington for nominating Dr. Bunmi, and to all team members who consistently show up for our community, no matter the conditions.

Congratulations, Dr. Ogungbe! Together, we THRIVE!

12/15/2024

Start the week off THRIVEing with a cup of matcha! 💚 Did you know matcha isn’t just a trendy drink—it’s packed with heart health benefits?

🌿 Why matcha?
• Rich in antioxidants that fight inflammation.
• May help lower LDL cholesterol, supporting healthy arteries.
• Contains L-theanine, which promotes calm focus without the jitters.
• A natural energy boost that supports a healthy lifestyle!

Small choices, like sipping matcha, can make a big difference for your heart. 💓 Let’s thrive one cup at a time!

How are you kicking off your week? ☕️

(Picture taken by THRIVE team member after a 3 month follow-up screening at East Like Sunday in Baltimore, MD)

12/13/2024

✨ A huge congratulations to two amazing members of the THRIVE team for presenting their groundbreaking research at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions in Chicago, Illinois! ✨

🩺 India E. Washington shed light on racial disparities in Life’s Essential 8 scores among women, while Mojisola Olusola-Bello captivated the audience with her work on the correlates of DASH adherence in adults with hypertension. Both presentations highlighted the urgent need for health equity and innovative solutions in the fight against cardiovascular disease. 💡❤️

A heartfelt shoutout to Oluwabunmi “Bunmi” Ogungbe, one of our incredible Principal Investigators, for your unwavering mentorship and guidance in shaping this impactful research. We’re so proud to be part of this journey toward a healthier and more equitable future! 🙌

10/27/2024

Your heart deserves the best! 🫀❤️ Healthy eating isn’t just about the body; it’s medicine for your heart. Let’s make food choices that protect our hearts and strengthen our communities.

¡Tu corazón merece lo mejor! 🫀❤️ Comer sano no solo es bueno para el cuerpo; es medicina para el corazón. Hagamos elecciones de alimentos que protejan nuestros corazones y fortalezcan nuestras comunidades.

Votre cœur mérite le meilleur ! 🫀❤️ Bien manger ne concerne pas seulement le corps, c’est aussi un médicament pour le cœur. Faisons des choix alimentaires qui protègent nos cœurs et renforcent nos communautés.

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