Inserra Supermarkets
20 Ridge Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Programs are Free and Open to the Public
Event Date: November 30, 2014
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HACKENSACK, N.J., Nov. 3, 2014 – ShopRite of Hackensack, an Inserra Supermarkets store, is hosting a full roster of health and wellness programs in November, including Diabetes Awareness Month events. Emily Johnston, MPH, RD, CDE, in-store registered dietitian, will lead each of the offerings and provide easy-to-implement nutrition and wellness advice. The following free events are being held for local residents. All programs are open to the public, held at ShopRite of Hackensack and do not require advance registration, unless otherwise noted:
Tues., Nov. 4 – Eat Well, Be Happy: Diabetes Edition, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. This free four-week diabetes management class (beginning on Nov. 4 and continuing on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 2) is specially designed for those managing diabetes and/or helping a family member to do so. Participants will learn about carbohydrates, blood sugar control, healthy cooking options, and much more. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.
Sat., Nov. 8 and Sun., Nov. 30 – Ask the RD, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Stop in the Dietitian's Corner for a free nutrition consultation and grocery store tour.
Mon., Nov. 10 – Diabetes Day Event with Free Health Screenings, 1 – 8 p.m. From 1 – 5 p.m., the CarePoint Health Mobile Screening van will offer free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings. From 4 – 8 p.m., ShopRite's health and wellness team will offer free blood glucose screenings, food samples and coupons. No appointments are necessary for any of the screenings.
Wed., Nov. 12 & 26 – Produce Pick: An Apple a Day, 1 – 3 p.m. Is the adage "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" true? Drop by the Dietitian's Corner to find out and sample some of the fall's finest offerings.
Fri., Nov. 14 – World Diabetes Day, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Stop in the Dietitian's Corner to learn healthy habits to help in preventing or managing diabetes.
Mon., Nov. 24 – Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving, 2 – 4 p.m. Visit the Dietitian's Corner to find out new healthy twists for holiday favorites and health tips to put into action throughout the holiday season.
ShopRite of Hackensack is located at 500 South River St. in Hackensack, N.J. For more information or to register for a program, contact ShopRite of Hackensack's Emily Johnston, MPH, RD, CDE, at (201) 819-5015 or email Emily.johnston@wakefern.com.
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