Category: Health

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,...

Corn’s Curse: Malnutrition in Cahabon

In the heart of Cahabon, Guatemala, lies a hidden crisis affecting the indigenous communities—malnutrition. Families depend on corn as their main food, but this limited diet lacks essential nutrients. For generations, they’ve faced the devastating consequences: stunted growth, weakened health, and even the risk of starvation. But there's hope on the horizon.

Malnutrition here isn’t just hunger; it’s a lack of the vital nutrients needed for a healthy...

In the remote villages of Cahabon, Guatemala, families rely heavily on corn as their primary food source. Corn is everywhere—morning, noon, and night—but this over-dependence has led to severe malnutrition. Imagine eating the same meal every day, and still not getting the nutrients you need. This is the stark reality for these communities, but change is on the horizon.

EnLevo, an organization dedicated to making an impact, has stepped in to address this crisis. Partnering with Brazilian professor Marcelo, they’re implementing...