Author and Dietitan Cara Harbstreet Shares Tips on “Healthy Eating for Life”
Learn Why the Nationally Renowned Founder of ‘STREET SMART NUTRITION’ Is Teaming with SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET to Share FUN Recipes
This year’s theme for National Nutrition Month is BEYOND THE TABLE. It focuses on the farm-to-fork aspect of nutrition. From food production and distribution to navigating grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and even home food safety and storage practices, Here is the perfect nutritionist to set the table for a conversation about healthy eating. Nutritionist Cara Harbstreet, MS. RD. LD. – the nationally renowned Author of “HEALTHY EATING FOR LIFE”, is teaming with Sprouts Farmers Market to share some healthy new recipes, just in time to kick off National Nutrition Month. Harbstreet will also provide tips and advice on creating a daily routine filled with high-quality and nutritionally sound snacks and meals.
THE NEWEST TRENDS FOR NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH
This year the Nutrition Month theme is ‘Beyond the Table’ taking a closer look at the farm-to-fork aspect of nutrition, from food production to distribution. Sprouts offers a fresh, friendly take on grocery shopping. Sprouts is known for the season’s freshest, most delicious produce. One easy way to start is by elevating everyday essentials by filling kitchens with quality staples free from artificial colors and flavors.
IS MARCH A GOOD TIME TO FOCUS ON NUTRITION
This is the time of year when there is an abundance of tasty produce to choose from. Try sticking to the basics like eating more fruits and vegetables, plus consider adding more protein to diets. Sprouts always offers peak season produce, guaranteed to taste the best! For March that includes citrus like mandarins and tangelos, blueberries, blackberries and more. Veggies include asparagus, artichokes, green cabbage, and organic baby carrots to name a few. Remember to make those plates colorful and eat the rainbow.
A TASTY NEW NUTRITION MONTH RECIPE
Here is a favorite. Flavor-packed fajitas with pre-marinated chile chicken thighs, topped with authentic Sprouts Brand salsas. Ready to eat in just 30 minutes. This combines Sprouts always fresh produce with quality meats, seasonings, and sauce. Or, as a quick alternative try high quality deli meats. Sprouts all-natural deli meats have no artificial ingredients and are minimally processed.
WHEN IT COMES TO SNACKING, WHAT TOPS YOUR LIST
It is not that difficult to switch from sugary, carbs for snacks. From nuts to chips and everything in between, Sprouts makes it easy to find healthier “better-for-you” products and unique flavors. Mix it up with Sprouts Pita Chips & Hummus in a variety of flavors or grab some Plantain or Peruvian Kettle Chips. When on the go, pack a snack bag with dried fruit and bulk nuts like almonds, featuring all new flavors like Chile Lemon, Maple, Spicy Hot Cheez, and Mango Chipotle. An absolute ‘go-to’ option are Chocolate Almond Protein Bars which easy to make and sure to satisfy every appetite! For more information, visit www.sprouts.com
