The Health Cost of Imported Diets: Hawaiʻi Must Invest in Local Food - Ka Wai Ola

The Health Cost of Imported Diets: Hawaiʻi Must Invest in Local Food - Ka Wai Ola

By Annika Lee For generations the land was our provider, offering fresh fish, taro, ʻulu, and coconut that fueled Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) communities. These foods weren’t just nourishment – they represented our culture and identity. However, colonization disrupted this way of life, replacing our Indigenous knowledge with industrialized food systems. Over time, traditional diets were replaced by fast food, canned meats, and su…

The apple will be in honor of Healthy and Local Food Week this year. The city of Urrugne has organized a ...