February 2015 American Heart Health Month! DIETITIAN CALENDAR OF EVENTS Lynette hem-Lee, RD ShopRite of Jersey City, NJ Friday Monday High Fiber Friday 3:00—6:00 February 6th Stop by the Dietitian's Corner to learn the February 16th importance of fiber in the diet and it’s role in heart health! Pick up some tips for adding more fiber to your diet at each meal. FREE CHOLESTEROL SCREENING, 10 –2 Saturday February 7th FREE VASCULAR ULTRASOUND DEMONSTRATIONS, FREE PEDOMETERS FROM CHRIST HOSPITAL. Know your numbers, sample heart healthy products and speak to your Dietitian Lynette and other Health Care Professionals. It will be a Fun, Heart Healthy day!! Friday February 13th Sweets for your Sweetie! 1— 3 Do you know dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants? Stop by the Dietitian’s Corner to learn more and sample a recipe featuring this Valentine’s favorite. Recipe and nutrition information provided. Kids Cook Monday 4:30—6:00 Bring your little chefs to Shoprite to learn how to make a simple, satisfying meal. On President’s Day, we will prepare a meal with President Obama’s favorite vegetable! SIGN UP REQUIRED– SPACE IS LIMITED Thursday February 19th It’s Chinese New Year 1—3 Let’s celebrate the year of the goat/ sheep in the Chinese zodiac. The dietitian will collaborate with the Sushi chef to demonstrate how to make simple and delicious sushi. Sample and recipes will be provided. Sunday February 22nd Produce Pick: 1— 3 & Meet the RD all day!! Lynette will be mixing this week’s Produce Pick into a delicious, seasonal sample. Stop by for a taste,a recipe and to chat with Lynette your store dietitian. Thursday, February 26th Hold the Salt!! 1—4 Your food can be delicious and flavorful without added salt. Stop by the Dietitian’s corner and check out the Sodium poster. Learn how to decrease your salt intake by reading labels; and how to season with herbs and salt-free seasonings in your home cooking. Sample a heart friendly recipe, too! Looking for a health and wellness presentation for your community group? Contact Lynette to speak at your meeting, health fair or to teach your students about nutrition through a fun activity! ShopRite of Jersey City Lynette Hem-Lee All dates and times are subject 400 Luis Marin Blvd., 201-819-5349 to change. Jersey City, NJ 07302 [email protected]
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