Category: Health

Growing Hope: EnLevo’s Food Forests Transform Lives

High in the mountains of Guatemala, families once relied on a diet of mainly corn, leaving them vulnerable to malnutrition. Now, something remarkable is taking root. In four villages, nearly 200 families are working side by side to plant food forests—sustainable, diverse gardens designed to provide long-term nourishment and economic opportunity.

Preparing the land hasn’t been easy. The steep, sloped mountainsides require backbreaking work to clear weeds and enrich...

A Forest of Hope: Tackling Malnutrition in Guatemala

In a small Guatemalan village, a patch of barren land is transforming into a lush food forest, bursting with fruits, vegetables, and medicinal plants. This vibrant transformation is more than just greenery—it's a lifeline for families battling malnutrition. Through EnLevo’s innovative initiative, hope is taking root in the soil, one plant at a time.

Rural families face daily challenges of poverty and limited access to nutritious food, leaving...

Nature’s Buffet: EnLevo’s Food Forests

In the heart of Guatemala, EnLevo’s food forest program is transforming lives! 🌿 By planting diverse, native foods, we’re helping families break free from malnutrition and poverty. These food forests offer more than just meals—they provide hope, health, and a sustainable future. Let’s explore how these innovative plots are changing communities for the better.

EnLevo’s team of experts carefully researched which plants thrive in the region, considering sun, shade,...