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February: Get Heart Healthy with ShopRite of Hackensack’s Array of Free Nutrition Counseling and Wellness Happenings during American Heart Month
Activities Include a Health Fair, Recipe Demonstrations, Product Spotlights and More
HACKENSACK, N.J., Jan. 27, 2017 – This February, ShopRite of Hackensack, an Inserra Supermarkets store, is hosting a variety of free nutrition counseling and wellness events, including those focused on heart health during American Heart Month. The store’s registered dietitian, Alison Halpern, R.D., CHES, will lead the activities with easy-to-implement advice and instruction. The following programs are free, open to the public, held at ShopRite of Hackensack and do not require advance registration unless otherwise noted:
Thurs., Feb. 2 – New! Culinary Workshop for Kids, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Please note pre-registration is required at Customer Service. Little chefs will love this fun, hands-on cooking class with Alison and Chef Vicki. 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.
Mon., Feb. 6 – New! Adult Culinary Workshop, 6 – 8 p.m. Please note pre-registration is required at Customer Service. Join Alison and Chef Vicki in creating a healthy and delicious meal. This month’s theme is “Modern Mediterranean.” The cost is $20 per person.
Tues., Feb. 7 – Sweets for Your Sweetie, 2 – 4 p.m. Did you know that dark chocolate is rich in heart healthy antioxidants? Stop by the Dietitian’s Corner to learn more and sample a recipe featuring this Valentine’s favorite. Recipe cards and nutrition information will be provided.
Thurs., Feb. 9 – Produce Pick, 4 – 6 p.m. Alison will be mixing this week’s Produce Pick into a delicious new dish. Stop by for a sample and some recipes.
Sun., Feb. 12 and Sat., Feb. 25 – Dip it Good, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Dips, like hummus, are flavorful and nutritious. Stop by for a heart healthy sample.
Mon., Feb. 13 – Nuts for Nuts (And Seeds), 4 – 6 p.m. Visit the Dietitian’s Corner for spreadable goodness samples at Alison’s nut butter tasting bar.
Wed., Feb. 15 – Meal of the Week Sampling, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Stumped on what to cook for dinner? The Meal of the Week Cart in the Meat Department has you covered. Pick up a recipe as well as the ingredients you need to create a complete meal. Stop by the Food Court to sample this week’s meal.
Sat., Feb. 18 – Mini Heart Health Fair, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Don’t miss out on ShopRite of Hackensack’s mini Heart Health Fair. Offerings include free cholesterol screenings, local vendors, giveaways, dietitian-approved snacks and lots of info to improve your health.
Thurs., Feb. 23 – Free Kids Cooking Club, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration with Alison is required. Please call (201) 819-5015 or email her at alison.halpern@wakefern.com. Playing with your food is encouraged in this free cooking class, where kids try new and healthy food creations. Geared for children ages 5-12.
Mon., Feb. 27 – Mediterranean Diet Store Tour, 6 – 7 p.m. The eating pattern of the Mediterranean is considered one of the healthiest in the world. Join Alison in this guided tour through the aisles and learn how to bring the Mediterranean to your plate everyday.
ShopRite of Hackensack is located at 500 South River Street, Hackensack, N.J. 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 Hackensack’s Alison Halpern, R.D., CHES, at (201) 819-5015 or email Alison.halpern@wakefern.com.
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