WE ARE WHAT WE EAT - Apr 17,2013

CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM, Films @ CAAM is proud to present FORKS OVER KNIVES and SOUL FOOD JUNKIES during their April film series “WE ARE WHAT WE EAT.” The films are hosted by our guest today and CAAM's Education Program Manager ELISE WOODSON. We'll discuss why these films are so important for all to see, especially for the African American community.According to statistics from LIVESTRONG.COM: Obesity is a condition in which a persons weight greatly exceeds his recommended body mass index (BMI). Obesity has reached epidemic levels in the U.S. and currently affects far more African-Americans than members of any other race.Spread the word and join the conversation and invite your friends to join you to see these films. What DO you really know about the foods you're consuming?FORKS OVER KNIVES - Thursday, April 18, 2013 7pm Film and parking are freeSOUL FOOD JUNKIES - Thursday, April 25, 2013 7pm Film and parking are freePlease RSVP @ (213) 744-2024600 State Drive, Exposition ParkLos Angeles, CA 90037www.caam.orgListen LIVE @ www.blogtalkradio.com/donnalsam Chat LIVE @ (718) 766-4573

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