Fabulous Finds At The Farmer's Market
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If you have any food allergies, please consider this when choosing particular items. If you have any questions regarding a food allergy please consult with your physician. Spring for asparagus This spring vegetable is great roasted, steamed or grilled! It’s not only brimming with flavor but it is packed with nutrients. Say yes to tomatoes Fill up on this lycopene rich summer treat. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A & C, calcium & potassium. Go crazy for zuhini One cup of zucchini is only 19 calories! It’s one of the most versatile vegetables you can get your hands on; eaten raw or cooked. This squash is not only good for your heart, it can reduce your risk of stroke. pile on be peers These colorful & crisp vegeta- bles are packed with vitamin C which keeps your immune system revved up & helps maintain youthful skin. You’re a peach Nothing is more mouth-watering than a juicy peach. Peaches are loaded with vitamins to boost your immune system & fight disease. why eat local? The average plate of food has traveled 1500 miles. Shopping at the Farmer’s Market reduces packaging, waste & energy used to get food on your plate. Get Kids Involved Get your children excited about their fruits & veggies by letting them pick out produce. They may be more apt to eating it! Feast Your Senses Stock up on local goods like flower bouquets, gluten-free baked goods, soy candles, honey, or meat & cheese. Get in Tune with the Seasons Eating healthy is much easier when you can find fresh greens & asparagus in the spring, a juicy freshly picked tomato or peach mid summer, or a crisp apple or ear of corn as the summer wanes at harvest time. bring on the beies Berries are notorious for helping you slim down. They help boost metabolism & are a terrific source of fiber. Add them to smoothies to “healthify” your drink. pitch proceed fd Much of the food at your local grocery store has been grown with pesticides, or genetically modified organisms, waxed coatings, or other chemicals. aive early Plan to hit the Farmer’s Market early in the morning for the best selections. don’t skip spf Slather on the sunscreen; some mar- kets have little shade. Sunglasses are helpful as well. stay hydrated Don’t forget to bring water to stay hydrated on a hot day. bring your own bags Bring along reusable bags with handles to reduce waste. cay cash Many vendors only take cash. Be sure to bring cash, preferably smaller bills.
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If you have any food allergies, please consider this when choosing particular items. If you have any questions regarding a food allergy please consult with your physician.
Spring for asparagusThis spring vegetable is great roasted, steamed or grilled! It’s not only brimming with flavor but it is packed with nutrients.
Say yes to tomatoesFill up on this lycopene rich summer treat. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A & C, calcium & potassium.
Go crazy for zu�hiniOne cup of zucchini is only 19 calories! It’s one of the most versatile vegetables you can get your hands on; eaten raw or cooked. This squash is not only good for your heart, it can reduce your risk of stroke.
pile on be� pe�ersThese colorful & crisp vegeta-bles are packed with vitamin C which keeps your immune system revved up & helps maintain youthful skin.
You’re a peachNothing is more mouth-watering than a juicy peach. Peaches are loaded with vitamins to boost your immune system & fight disease.
why eat local?The average plate of food has traveled 1500 miles. Shopping at the Farmer’s Market reduces packaging, waste & energy used to get food on your plate.
Get Kids InvolvedGet your children excited about their fruits & veggies by letting them pick out produce. They may be more apt to eating it!
Feast Your SensesStock up on local goods like flower bouquets, gluten-free baked goods, soy candles, honey, or meat & cheese.
Get in Tune with the SeasonsEating healthy is much easier when you can find fresh greens & asparagus in the spring, a juicy freshly picked tomato or peach mid summer, or a crisp apple or ear of corn as the summer wanes at harvest time.
bring on the be�iesBerries are notorious for helping you slim down. They help boost metabolism & are a terrific source of fiber. Add them to smoothies to “healthify” your drink.
pitch proce�ed f�dMuch of the food at your local grocery store has been grown with pesticides, or genetically modified organisms, waxed coatings, or other chemicals.
a�ive earlyPlan to hit the Farmer’s Market early in the morning for the best selections.
don’t skip spfSlather on the sunscreen; some mar-kets have little shade. Sunglasses are helpful as well.
stay hydratedDon’t forget to bring water to stay hydrated on a hot day.
bring your own bagsBring along reusable bags with handles to reduce waste.
ca�y cashMany vendors only take cash. Be sure to bring cash, preferably smaller bills.
