Inspired by his recent trip to Italy, International Jazz Pianist Pavel Polanco-Safadit was inspired to bring the taste of the Amalfi Coast back home to Indiana.

On Friday, Pavel came on “Life.Style.Live!” to show Host Felicia Michelle and Reporter Marlee Thomas to talk about his recent trip and show off a tasty Baked and Stuffed Shrimp recipe.

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Milk provides naturally occurring nutrition with vitamins and minerals. While formula can provide nutrition, it doesn’t give the infant’s immune system the same resources as human milk.

Indiana is one ranks among the top 10 worst states in the country for infant morality rates.

While public health leaders are zeroing in on how to help families increase odds of survival, The Milk Bank has provided an estimated 15 million feedings to the community.

Learn more about The Milk Banks efforts to supply almost 90 hospitals across the Midwest and more information on how they test breast milk’s safety for the most fragile infants.

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A nonprofit focused on revitalizing the Northwest Landing neighborhood is up against a fundraising deadline for its newest project.

The Aspire Higher Foundation looks to raise $50,000 by 11 p.m. for a matching grant through the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority’s “CreatINg Places” program.

Its latest campaign aims to kickstart the “Bloom + Brew Community Marketplace,” planned across the corner from the group’s “Aspire House” on Udell Street.

The project is designed to be a place for the nonprofit to sell the food it grows in its community garden and makes through its various programs.

Executive Director Sharon Clark says she hopes it can also be another place for the neighborhood to hang out.

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A “marathon” that fields no competitors, covers no miles, and has no finish line may not immediately seem like a candidate for success, but organizers of the the Million Meal Marathon say it is achieving exactly what they envisioned.

The Marathon is the signature event of the Million Meal Movement. Hintz co-founded the movement in 2007 with her husband, Dan.

The next Marathon is Feb. 5 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

If you volunteer, you will become part of a high-speed assembly line known as the “Helping Hands.” The work is straightforward: Measure and pour four specific ingredients into a funnel, filling a bag that will go to someone who is hungry around the state. The combination of soy, rice, dried vegetables, and vitamin mix fan fully feed a family.

The Marathon can always use extra Helping Hands and currently is thin on volunteers later in the early evening shifts. To sign up, click here.

If you’d prefer to donate, each $1 donated can provide two family meals.

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The owner of sMall Town Produce, Thomas Loudermilk, joined us to share how he provides fresh, locally grown produce to Hoosiers at his stand near the Greenwood Park Mall.

Loudermilk is a third generation farmer. His father raised him to grow produce, livestock, and hay. He began his farm in response to wanting to help his community, trying to help food insecurities.

A portion of the produce made at sMall Town Produce is donated to organizations around Indy.

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If your grocery trips are starting to feel more expensive, but your bags are getting lighter, you’re not alone. Shrinkflation is when companies reduce the size of their products but keep prices the same. Director of Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability at Purdue University, Joe Balagtas, shared insights on how consumers can fight against this growing trend.

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The Indiana University Health Nutrition Hub at IU Health Methodist Hospital is having a profound impact on addressing nutrition security.

The Nutrition Hub has become a vital resource for families facing food insecurity. Among its patrons is Kellie Watson, who found support in April while managing health challenges like diabetes and high blood pressure.

The Nutrition Hub entered Watson’s life at a crucial moment. Access to healthy food each week is vital for managing her medications and health, allowing her to focus on her well-being without the added stress of food scarcity. After winning her appeal for food stamps, she advocated for the Nutrition Hub, passionately sharing her new found resource at churches and City-County Council meetings.

The Nutrition Hub uses an innovative Gleaners mobile app for participants to order a weekly supply of culturally relevant foods tailored to their needs. Community health workers provide ongoing nutritional support and education, ensuring participants make informed choices.

With over 17% of Marion County residents in poverty and 128,000 facing food insecurity, the Nutrition Hub is committed to driving positive change for under served communities, one meal at a time.

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Despite the recent devastation of a fire, the Kountry Kitchen is determined to continue its cherished Christmas tradition of serving meals to the homeless.

Owner Cynthia Wilson typically serves around 3,000 people each year as part of her Soulful Christmas Dinner.

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