Safe Handling of Fresh Produce

Safe Handling of Fresh Produce

As we are striving to increase our fruits and vegetable intake, Healthy Lifestyles would like to remind everyone of the importance of safe h...
Color Your Palate, Week 4

Color Your Palate, Week 4

Did you know that on average we consume at least a third of our daily calorie intake while at work? It is no secret that food is a basic nec...
Ever wondered how to select the best fruits and vegetables?

Ever wondered how to select the best fruits and vegetables?

If you want your grocery dollars to consistently bring home the most nutritious fruits and vegetables that your local market has to offer, y...
Why the emphasis on COLOR?

Why the emphasis on COLOR?

The majority of people know that eating five servings of fruits and vegetables a day is very important, but by eating fruits and vegetables ...
Color Your Palate, Week 3

Color Your Palate, Week 3

Seasonal Eating Grocery stores are stocked with fruits and vegetables year round; apples in December, tomatoes in February, etc. The ability...
Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets

Everyone loves farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, but not everyone has the land, time or skill to grow their own. Salt Lake area farmers mark...
5 Quick Tips for Eating More Fruits and Veggies

5 Quick Tips for Eating More Fruits and Veggies

1. Keep fruit out where you can see it. That way you'll be more likely to eat it. Keep it out on the counter or in the front of the frid...
Color Your Palate, Week 2

Color Your Palate, Week 2

Goodbye food pyramid—hello plate! Just this summer, we said good-bye to an old piece of history as the old food pyramid icon was replaced. S...