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www.hoodrivernews.com Hood River News, Saturday, May 16, 2015 A12 healthy hood river HAHRC BEATS Healthy eating is fun at local farmers’ markets By TODD DIERKER But it’s so much better for us and we’ll eat better and stay healthier. That means we’ll spend less money on cold medicines or prescriptions. In fact, Gorge Grown is part- nering with the Gorge Health Community this summer to launch a Produce Prescrip- tion Program. Doctors and Nutritionists will be writing “prescriptions” for fruits and veggies that can be redeemed at farmers’ markets. With the support of the hospitals, clin- ics and health departments, more people will have access to the fresh foods and their health benefits. Let this summer be a time of change for our families. Let’s focus on eating and snacking on fresh foods. We will see that our health and energy improve. Cooking demos and free recipes at the farmers’ markets will help us find easy ways to prepare the farm fresh produce. Let’s be creative and have fun trying new foods. Let’s make it a family activity to visit the markets, prepare the food at home and enjoy the healthy foods grown right here in the Gorge. Healthy Active Hood River Gorge Grown Food Network It is farmers’ market sea- son and the fresh foods our bodies crave are back. The local farmers’ market is the best place to find foods grown, raised and produced here in the Gorge. This in- cludes fresh greens, berries, carrots and tomatoes, as well as wild salmon, lamb, pesto and much more. One of the easiest and best ways to im- prove our health is to eat more fruits and veggies. By eating more produce this summer, we can lose weight, lower blood pressure, and support healthy digestion. Locally grown foods are more nutritious, simply be- cause they are fresher. Spinach loses 50 to 90 percent of its vitamin C within 24 hours after it is picked. Fresh peas lose 50 percent of their nutrients after a week from harvest. In fact, most fruits and veggies lose a large amount of their nutri- tional value when they travel for days. The closer the food source is, the more nutrients are in the food. When shopping local, we may spend a little bit more. County (HAHRC) is our com- munity healthy living coali- tion. We promote wellness through increased physical activity, healthy eating, to- bacco use prevention, behav- ioral health, prevention of addictions and policy and en- vironmental change. Join us at our next meeting May 26, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Provi- dence Hood River Hospital Boardroom. Timing is everything If stroke strikes, call 911. Think FAST: Photo by Kirby Neumann-Rea TODD DIERKER, Gorge Grown Food Network Food Access Pro- grams Manager, buys tomato starts at the May 7 grand opening of the Hood River Farmers’ Market, held Thursdays at Hood River Mid- dle School from 5-8 p.m. Face Face look uneven? Ask the person to smile. Arm One arm numb or drifting down? Ask the person to raise both arms. Speech Slurred or jumbled speech? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Time If any of these signs occur, even briefl y: Get help immediately. Call 911! P REVENTION Continued from Page A11 To view a FAST video, scan the QR code with a smartphone. Gear needed Turner reports that a fitness room above the old gym is being transformed into a place for teaching more functional fitness activities and routines, and where students can work on personal fitness goals. “We need to find some fitness items (through donation hopefully) such as dumbbells, medicine balls, rowing ma- chine, spin bikes, and kettlebells, if people would like to be a part of improving the health, fitness, and academic achieve- ment of our kids!” Contact Turner at kyle.turner@hoodriver.k12.or.us. May is American Stroke Month. Learn about stroke prevention and the importance of getting help FAST at www.providenceFAST.org. • Quality • Service • Selection Before After Feeling Stuck? New YOU! FREE consultation & 1 year membership fee with wholesale pricing for ordering one of our Starter Packs* People are finding relief from migraines, fibromyalgia, arthritis, anxiety, depression, diabetes, ADHD, eczema, high cholesterol/blood pressure, asthma, allergies, Rx meds and so much more ... AND losing 5-15 lbs in just 8 days! www.gethealthywithTNT.com Changing Lives Together — Happier & Healthier Terry & Teri Bryant 541-490-6087 Independent distributors *New customers only with coupon, expires 7/20/15. Explore alternative ways to provide healthy food, supplements and body care items for you and your family One-stop shopping for natural and organic products • Gluten Free Bakery Items • Free from unnecessary additives • Personal care products proven safe through non-animal testing methods • Free-range poultry, natural beef, pork and buffalo in our Meat Department • Bulk Foods allows you to choose products with less packaging Shop HuckleBerry’s Today! 1867 12th St. Hood River • 541.386.1119
