Cps Encourages Residents to Continue Healthy Eating Habits

The Collective Prevention Service (CPS), a department within Sint Maarten's Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), encouraged residents to continue embracing healthy eating and active living. This announcement was made as Caribbean Nutrition Month concluded in June 2026. Observed under the theme "Healthy Eating, Active Living: Promoting Caribbean Foods as Medicine," the month highlighted the importance of nutritious foods and regular physical activity for preventing chronic diseases and improving overall health. The CPS emphasized that many traditional Caribbean foods, including locally grown fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fresh seafood, are naturally rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The service urged residents to integrate these practices into their daily lifestyles beyond the observance period.