Sickle Cell Symposium
Sat, Dec 13
|Oakland
A Christmas Toy Giveaway combined with a healthy dialogue on food as medicine and fasting as a health cheat code. Free for youth and families. Registration required to receive toys and meals.
Time & Location
Dec 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Oakland, 8501 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621, USA
About the event
The Sickle Cell Youth Cooking Demo Symposium & Christmas Toy Giveaway is more than just a seasonal celebration — it ties directly into the mission of Moringa University, where the focus is on health, wealth, wisdom, and food justice.
At this event:
Food as Medicine: Youth and families will engage in conversations about how foods like Moringa provide essential nutrients that support blood health, boost the immune system, and serve as natural remedies for chronic conditions like Sickle Cell Disease.
Practical Cooking Demonstrations: Inspired by Moringa University’s philosophy, chefs will show how to prepare delicious, nutrient-rich meals with ingredients that heal the body and empower families to make food-conscious choices.
Fasting as a Health Cheat Code: Attendees will explore the benefits of intermittent fasting and how it can reset the body, improve energy, and strengthen the immune system — a core part of Moringa University’s holistic approach to wellness.
Youth-Centered Learning:…