November: ShopRite of Fair Lawn to Host Health, Wellness and National Diabetes Awareness Month Events Programs are Free and Open to the Public

Mon., Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 – Eat Well, Be Happy 4-Week Diabetes Management Class, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. This free four-week diabetes management class is specially designed for those managing diabetes and/or helping a family member to do so. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

Mon., Nov. 3 – Healthy Freezer Finds, 3 – 6 p.m. Frozen food can be healthy. Drop by the Dietitian’s Corner for a sample and tips on navigating the frozen food aisle.

Fri., Nov. 7 & 21 – High Fiber Friday, 1 – 4 p.m. Stop by the Dietitian’s Corner to learn how to meet your fiber requirements and weight loss goals in a delicious way every day.

Sat., Nov. 8 – ShopRite of Fair Lawn Presents: Diabetes Day, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. ShopRite of Fair Lawn encourages its customers and visitors to know their numbers and will have free in-store health screenings on Diabetes Day, including blood glucose, blood pressure and vascular ultrasound. No appointments are necessary for the screenings, and diabetes-friendly food samples – and coupons – will be available too.

Mon., Nov. 10 & 17 – Produce Pick, 2 – 5 p.m. This month’s produce pick will be the “star” of the new dish prepared by the dietitian.

Tues., Nov. 11 – Grocery Shopping with Diabetes Store Tour, 6 – 7 p.m. ShopRite’s registered dietitian will highlight diabetes-friendly foods in each section of the food store. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

Wed., Nov. 19 – CarePoint Health Mobile Screenings, 12 – 4 p.m. The CarePoint Health Mobile Screening van will offer free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings. No appointments are necessary, and ShopRite’s dietitian will be on-hand to provide nutrition counseling too.

Sun., Nov. 23 – LiveRight with ShopRite Kids’ Day (ages 6 and up), 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Youngsters can create and try new things while preparing a simple, healthy snack. Recipe cards will be distributed to all participants. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

Tues., Nov. 25 – Cook Right for Tonight: Thanksgiving Edition, 4 – 7 p.m. Stop by the Dietitian’s Corner for a sample of a healthy holiday recipe and get tips on how to “lighten up” classic Thanksgiving dishes.

ShopRite of Fair Lawn is located at 17-17 River Rd., in Fair Lawn, N.J. In addition to developing a full roster of store-based wellness programs, ShopRite’s retail 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 Fair Lawn’s Dana Gaule, R.D, at (201) 419-9174 or email Dana.gaule@wakefern.com.

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