- π₯ HEALTH EDUCATION
Discover the connection between nutrition and inflammation management
- π¨βπ³ COOKING DEMO
Demo and virtual meal prep workshop with downloadable recipes (Cook Along With Us or Just Watch)
- πͺ FOR WARRIORS
Support people and advocates welcome to learn together
Hosted & Facilitated By

Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois (SCDAI)
J. Mallard, MSN, APRN and M. Fury, MS, RN
Got Questions? Call: 847-903-7527
Why Nutrition Matters for Sickle Cell Warriors
While medical treatments are essential, nutrition is often overlooked in the fight against Sickle Cell Disease. There is a direct connection between what you eat and how your body handles inflammation, oxidative stress, and healing.
Eating a diet rich in nutritious anti-inflammatory and antioxidant foods can help fill nutrient gaps, ease complications, and provide the building blocks for your body to heal and function at its best.


What You'll Learn
- The science of nutrition and sickle cell disease
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant foods that support healing
- How to build meals that fill nutrient gaps
- Practical plant-based cooking techniques
- Downloadable recipes you can use at home
