Barksdale AFB Health Promotions

08/10/2026

Health Promotions office will be closed 10-12 Aug 2026 and will reopen with regular business hours on 13 Aug 2026.

Please call 318-456-8359 and leave a message with any questions, and your call will be returned when the office reopens.

08/07/2026

Do you struggle with sleep when you have shift work or sustained operations? Check out the tips below!

Service members often endure long waking hours, shift work, or both. Staying awake longer than 24 hours or during periods when your internal clock prefers to sleep can impact physical and cognitive performance.

Infographics, like the below from HPRC - Human Performance Resources by CHAMP, provide sleep strategies for before, during, and after shift work and sustained operations.
PDF: https://www.hprc-online.org/mental-fitness/sleep/fatigue-management-strategies-shift-work-and-sustained-operations

For more on and it's effects on Marine and Sailor readiness: https://www.safety.marines.mil/Resources/Fatigue-and-Warfighting-Readiness/

08/07/2026

Getting enough fiber is crucial to your performance 💪​

Fiber's main roles are to regulate digestion & prevent constipation. It moves through your body slowly, causing you to feel full longer, which helps control your appetite & supports weight management. On top of that, eating enough fiber regulates blood sugar & cholesterol levels, which can lower your risk of diabetes, heart disease & colon cancer.​

Figure out how much fiber you need per day: https://warfighterwellness.org/fantastic-fiber-the-forgotten-macronutrient/​

08/04/2026

Health Promotions is at the commissary today from 1100-1300 with lots of tips and resources for healthy back-to-school eating!

Stop by and grab some information or sign up for a FREE InBody or class!

07/30/2026

Health Promotions is set up at the BX today from 1100-1300! Stop by and grab some back-to-school healthy snacking tips or sign up for a FREE InBody assessment!

07/30/2026

Service Members: Prioritize real foods packed with natural vitamins and minerals to boost your immune health. 🍊

Consider these food sources ➡️ https://ow.ly/uGc250ZtUeR

07/27/2026

Summer is coming to a close but it doesn’t mean your goals should end too! Stop by Health Promotions and check what resources and services are available to support you on your health wellness journey. FREE education focusing on basic nutrition, meal planning, sleep optimization, stress management, and to***co cessation; as well as FREE InBody assessments to measure your body fat percentage, metabolic rate, visceral fat levels, and skeletal muscle mass.

Scan the QR code on the calendar to sign up!

For any questions or more information, please call 318-456-8359 or stop by Human Performance, Bldg 4548.

Open to all authorized DoD ID Cardholders 17yrs+ old.

07/22/2026

07/21/2026

Whether you are meal-prepping for the week or serving others in the dining facility, food safety is mission-critical.

🦠 While cooking is the only sure way to kill parasites such as , you must follow strict prep protocols for foods served raw:
- Wash hands with soap and water (alcohol-based hand sanitizers don’t kill Cyclospora).
- Wash and sanitize food prep surfaces (countertops and cutting boards) before and after preparing raw foods. FDA recommends cleaning surfaces with solution of one tablespoon of chlorine bleach in one gallon of hot water.
- Thoroughly wash produce under running water. Scrub firm fruits (like melons) with a clean brush before your knife hits the rind.
- Keep cut or peeled fruits and veggies refrigerated.

07/20/2026

Sleep Optimization class scheduled for 20 July 2026 at 1030 has been moved to begin at 1130 due to schedule conflict. If you are registered for the class and can no longer attend, please give Health Promotions a call at 318-456-8359 to be rescheduled.