Iowa Healthiest State Initiative

06/22/2026

With June winding down, July is around the corner. That means new, tasty produce is in season in Iowa! Look out for locally grown fruits and vegetables in stores and at your local farmers market including blueberries, strawberries, carrots, and cauliflower! 🫐🍓🥕

Support local and eat healthy by shopping for what's in season and don't forget to double your SNAP benefits by signing up for !👨‍🌾

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/doubleup

06/20/2026

We are at the Iowa City Farmers Market until close today! Stop by to learn more about Double Up Food Bucks and enter our 10 Year Anniversary giveaway!🥕🍎

06/13/2026

Want to support HSI and have some summer fun at the same time? Attend the Principal Charity Classic, any day from June, 10-14! All funds raised at the Principal Charity Classic go to Iowa Children's Charities, including ours! ⛳️ Learn more below:

https://principalcharityclassic.com/

06/12/2026

In celebration of the 10 year anniversary of Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) we're giving away free reusable zip lock bags to the first 30 customers that shop with DUFB at participating farmers markets!

The giveaway is live starting this Sunday, June 14th so visit your local participating farmers market right away to be one of the winners! Giveaway rules below. Find a participating farmers market at the link below and Double Up on local produce this summer! 🍎🍆

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/doubleuplocations

06/11/2026

Make screen free summer memories with the July 5-2-1-0 feature! Learn about the benefits of unplugging, the importance of being a good screen time role model, and some fun ideas to help you put down screen and enjoy the summer! 📵

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/5210/feature

06/10/2026

We've seen your questions, YES Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) can be earned on purchases of fruits and vegetables made with SUN Bucks this summer!💵🍎

Learn more on our DUFB FAQ and order your DUFB card online or get one from a cashier at a participating location to start doubling your fresh fruits and veggies today!

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/howtodoubleup

06/10/2026

Last week our Executive Director, Jami Haberl, served as moderator for the “From Farm State to Health State: Iowa’s Blueprint for Preventive Health” panel at the 2026 Nourishing Change Conference!

The discussion highlighted how Iowa is shifting from reactive care to proactive health by aligning efforts across health systems, employers, and communities to make prevention more accessible and actionable.

This focus on prevention is at the core of our mission and the change we work to advance every day—from supporting healthy habits to building stronger food and nutrition infrastructure that improves health outcomes across Iowa. 💪

06/10/2026

Attend the Principal Charity Classic and help support HSI! All funds raised go to Iowa Children's Charities, including ours. Attend any day from June 10-14 to support local charities and have fun! 💪

https://principalcharityclassic.com

06/06/2026

The 16th Annual Healthiest State Walk, the Iowa State Fair, and SO MUCH MORE is coming later this summer and fall! Subscribe to our monthly HSI Newsletter so you don't miss a thing from us including events and free resources for all Iowans! 📰

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative, a leading well-being non-profit organization, is proud to announce the release of its annual report for 2023.

06/05/2026

With sunshine, busy schedules, and more time spent outdoors, summer often changes the way we eat; think quick meals, refreshing snacks, and lots of on-the-go options.

But with those changes can come a mix of nutrition myths that make it harder to stay fueled and balanced. Let’s break down some of the most common misconceptions with a Hy-Vee registered dietitian so you can enjoy the season feeling your best - energized, nourished, and confident in your choices.💪🍅

Let’s break down some of the most common misconceptions so you can enjoy the season feeling your best - energized, nourished, and confident in your choices.