Do you know why grandma makes mac n' cheese for you? And the same reason she makes fried chicken and collard greens?
Because she likes it? I don't know!
Well yes, she likes it, but it is really because she grew up eating it! It is called "Soul Food" and became popular in the north during the Harlem Renaissance.
but its main origins come from the period of slavery in America when many black folks didn't have access to a variety of foods
Why is it called soul food? Who eats it?
Source: "A Soul Food Journey From Africa to America" NPR
Source: "A Soul Food Journey From Africa to America" NPR
Soul food is pretty common in Black communities like ours in New York!
It is good for the soul! Doesn't grandma's food make you feel comfortable and remind you of home?
So if soul food makes us feel good inside, why can't we eat it all the time?
yeah, I guess it does make me feel all warm inside!
Source: Soul Food Junkies
Because of this, there is a history of heart conditions that are prevalent among the Black community. It is important to eat in moderation
A lot of soul food is high in cholesterol and sodium. If you overeat it, you can develop health conditions
Oh I see. So can I have mac n' cheese for lunch?
You can have it today! Let's get a vegetable on the side to get some added nutrients for a balanced meal.
Good plan. I'm going to teach my friends about the story of Soul Food at school!
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