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February: Get Heart Healthy with ShopRite of West Nyack’s Free Nutrition Counseling and Wellness Happenings during American Heart Month
Events Include Health Screenings, Recipe Demonstrations and More
WEST NYACK, N.Y., Feb. 1, 2017 – This February, ShopRite of West Nyack, an Inserra Supermarkets store, will host an array of free nutrition counseling and wellness events, including those focused on heart health during American Heart Month. The store’s registered dietitian, Jaclyn Padovano, R.D., C.D.N., will lead each of the offerings and provide easy-to-implement advice. All programs are open to the public, held at ShopRite of West Nyack and do not require advance registration unless otherwise noted:
Thurs., Feb. 2 – Free Cholesterol and Glucose Screenings at ShopRite of Garnerville, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come by and meet your Inserra ShopRite Health & Wellness Team! We will be offering free cholesterol and glucose screenings, healthy food samples and lots of heart healthy information. No appointment necessary. We hope to see you there!
Sat., Feb. 4 – And the Game Goes To…, 2 – 4 p.m. The team with the strongest heart of course! Drop by the Dietitian’s Corner to grab a lightened up recipe for one of your football favorites. Your heart will thank you!
Mon., Feb. 6, 13 and 20 – Eat Well, Be Happy Weight Management Series, 6 – 7 p.m. Please note that pre-registration at the Dietitian’s Corner is required as space is limited. Jackie, ShopRite’s retail dietitian, will be running a three-class series on healthy eating and weight management designed to help you achieve your wellness goals in 2017.
Fri., Feb. 10 (3 – 5 p.m.) and Sat., Feb. 25 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) – Dip It Good. Dips can be a nutritious and flavorful part of any snack occasion. Drop by the Dietitian’s Corner for samples.
Tues., Feb. 14 – Dinner Date with Your Soulmate, 3 – 5 p.m. Thinking about staying in this Valentine’s Day and not sure what to make? Come sample our Meal of the Week! You can find the recipe and all of the ingredients you need in the Meal of the Week cart in the Meat Department to create a meal that is sure to impress that special someone.
Thurs., Feb. 16 – Adult Culinary Workshop, 6 – 8 p.m. Please note space is limited, and pre-registration at the Courtesy Counter is required. Join Jackie, ShopRite’s registered dietitian, and Chef Vicki in creating a healthy and delicious meal as part of our Culinary Workshop Series. This month’s theme is “Modern Mediterranean,” and the cost is $20 per person.
Sat., Feb. 18 – Free Cholesterol and Glucose Screenings at ShopRite of New City, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come by and meet your Inserra ShopRite Health & Wellness Team. We will be offering free cholesterol and glucose screenings, healthy food samples and lots of heart healthy information. BMI checks also will be offered courtesy of 24-Hour Fitness. No appointment necessary. We hope to see you there!
Mon., Feb. 20 – Heart Healthy Produce Pick, 1 – 2 p.m. Swing by the Dietitian’s Corner to test out this week’s Produce Pick and grab a delicious, heart healthy recipe too.
Wed., Feb. 22 – Culinary Workshop for Kids, 5 – 7 p.m. Please note space is limited, and pre-registration at the Courtesy Counter is required. Bring in your little chefs for a fun, hands-on cooking class. This month’s theme is “Adventures in Global Eating.” The cost is $20 for one child with an adult and $10 for each additional child.
Sat., Feb. 25 – Free Cholesterol and Glucose Screenings, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come by and meet your Inserra ShopRite Health & Wellness Team. We will be offering free cholesterol and glucose screenings, healthy food samples and lots of heart healthy information. BMI checks also will be offered courtesy of 24-Hour Fitness. No appointment necessary. We hope to see you there!
ShopRite of West Nyack is located at 243 East Route 59 in West Nyack, N.Y. In addition to developing a full roster of store-based wellness programs, ShopRite’s in-store dietitians can serve as guest speakers/instructors at wellness events hosted by local organizations. For more information or to pre-register for a program, contact ShopRite of West Nyack’s Jaclyn Padovano, R.D., at 551-427-6802 or email jaclyn.padovano@wakefern.com.
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