On Track to Wellness

On Track to Wellness On Track to Wellness is dedicated to empowering individuals to lead healthier lives through proper nutrition, regular physical activity, and vaccinations.

We provide resources to help you make informed decisions about your health and wellness journey. On Track to Wellness aims to improve health, prevent chronic disease, and reduce health disparities among Tuscaloosa County populations with the highest risk or burden of chronic disease through community-based activities in the areas of nutrition, physical activity, Building Healthy Families, and vacc

ination programs. To achieve these goals, a local community coalition leverages longstanding clinical-community partnerships to implement culturally relevant, evidence-based strategies to improve the health of the community. On Track to Wellness is made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

11/10/2025

Attention SNAP shoppers!

Even though new SNAP benefits won’t be issued on Nov. 1, you can still earn and use Double Up Food Bucks Alabama (DUFB AL).

If you have SNAP benefits remaining from previous months, you can continue to earn DUFB AL incentives at participating grocery stores and farmers markets.

You can also use any previously earned DUFB AL tokens or coupons to buy fresh fruits and vegetables.

Find a DUFB AL location near you: doubleupfoodbucks.org/find-a-location

Did you know that regular physical activity can significantly lower your risk of chronic diseases? Engaging in exercise ...
09/30/2025

Did you know that regular physical activity can significantly lower your risk of chronic diseases? Engaging in exercise not only boosts your overall health but also enhances your mental well-being. Discover the benefits and encourage a healthier lifestyle today. Learn more here: https://ontracktowellness.org/benefits-of-physical-activity/

🌈🥦 Eat the rainbow to nourish your body with all the colors of health! 🌽🍅Eating a variety of colorful vegetables not onl...
09/26/2025

🌈🥦 Eat the rainbow to nourish your body with all the colors of health! 🌽🍅

Eating a variety of colorful vegetables not only makes your plate look beautiful, but it also gives your body all the essential nutrients it needs to stay strong and healthy.

Here are a few tips to help you get more veggies in your day:

Mix it up – Add different colored veggies to your meals for a fun twist. Think red peppers, orange carrots, leafy greens, and purple eggplant!

Snack on veggies – Keep baby carrots, cucumber slices, or cherry tomatoes in your fridge for a quick and easy snack. 🥒

Veggie-packed smoothies – Sneak some spinach, kale, or frozen cauliflower into your smoothie. You won’t even taste it! 🥤

Try new recipes – Explore new veggie dishes like roasted Brussels sprouts, veggie stir-fries, or zucchini noodles! 🍲

Your body will thank you for it! 🙌

Find more nutrition inspiration here ➡️ https://bit.ly/OTTWHET

Vaccines have greatly reduced diseases that once routinely harmed or killed babies, children, and adults. People all ove...
09/22/2025

Vaccines have greatly reduced diseases that once routinely harmed or killed babies, children, and adults. People all over the United States 🇺🇸 still become seriously ill or even die from diseases that vaccines can help prevent. It is important that you stay up to date on recommended vaccines. Download vaccine schedules at https://ontracktowellness.org/vaccine-schedules/.

People who often drink sugary drinks 🍹 are more likely to experience health problems. These problems include weight gain...
09/17/2025

People who often drink sugary drinks 🍹 are more likely to experience health problems. These problems include weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cavities, and gout, a type of arthritis. Learn how to rethink your drink at https://ontracktowellness.org/rethink-your-drink/.

09/15/2025

Did you know that vaccines 💉 are the best way to protect yourself from certain preventable diseases? Vaccines help your body create protective antibodies—proteins that help it fight off infections.

By getting vaccinated, you can protect yourself and also avoid spreading preventable diseases to other people in your community. Learn where to find vaccines at https://ontracktowellness.org/where-to-find-vaccines/.

Some preventable diseases 😷 can have serious complications or even lead to later illnesses. Vaccination provides protect...
09/12/2025

Some preventable diseases 😷 can have serious complications or even lead to later illnesses. Vaccination provides protection not only against the disease itself but also against the dangerous complications or consequences that it can bring. Find examples at https://ontracktowellness.org/5-reasons-to-get-vaccinated/!

Regular physical activity 🏋🏾 can help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age. It can also re...
09/10/2025

Regular physical activity 🏋🏾 can help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age. It can also reduce your risk of depression and anxiety and help you sleep better. Discover the benefits of physical activity at https://ontracktowellness.org/benefits-of-physical-activity/!

Common barriers may keep you from being physically active. Common barriers include:⏰ Lack of time🫶🏽 Lack of social suppo...
09/05/2025

Common barriers may keep you from being physically active.

Common barriers include:

⏰ Lack of time
🫶🏽 Lack of social support
😴 Lack of energy or motivation
🤹🏾 Lack of skill
🤕 Fear of injury
🌨️ Weather conditions

Learn ways to overcome these barriers and make physical activity part of your day at https://ontracktowellness.org/overcoming-barriers-to-physical-activity/!

Americans consume too much added sugar 🍭, which can put their health at risk. Federal recommendations are to consume les...
09/03/2025

Americans consume too much added sugar 🍭, which can put their health at risk. Federal recommendations are to consume less than 10% of total daily calories from added sugars. Learn more at ontracktowellness.org/be-smart-about-sugar/.

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