ShopRite of Fair Lawn To Host LiveRight Calendar Featuring American Heart Health Month Events

ShopRite of Fair Lawn, an Inserra Supermarkets store, is hosting a full calendar of health and wellness programming, including American Heart Health Month events throughout February. Dana Gaule, R.D., in-store registered dietitian, will lead each of the LiveRight 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 Fair Lawn and do not require advance registration, unless otherwise noted:

Thurs., Feb. 5 – Produce Pick, 2 – 4 p.m. ShopRite’s in-store dietitian will be mixing up this month’s winter produce pick into a delicious new dish. Samples and recipe cards will be available.

Sat., Feb. 7 – Free Cholesterol Screenings, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. In recognition of American Heart Health Month, ShopRite of Fair Lawn is offering free cholesterol screenings. Stop by the Dietitian’s Corner for this key health screening and pick up heart healthy tips, recipes and samples.

Mon., Feb. 9 – Breakfast With the Dietitian, 9 – 11 a.m. Start the day with a heart-healthy breakfast with ShopRite’s in-store dietitian.

Thurs., Feb. 12 – Sweets for Your Sweetie, 1 – 3 p.m. Did you know dark chocolate is rich in cell-protecting antioxidants? Drop by the Dietitian’s Corner for more details and a Valentine’s Day recipe featuring this treat. Samples will be available.

Wed., Feb. 18 – Produce Pick, 2 – 4 p.m. ShopRite’s in-store dietitian will be mixing up this month’s winter produce pick into a delicious new dish. Samples and recipe cards will be available.

Thurs., Feb. 19 – Cook Right For Tonight: Spotlight on Soy, 5 – 7 p.m. Visit the Dietitian’s Corner to learn about the health benefits of soy and the variety of soy-based foods available at ShopRite. Recipes and samples will be available.

Fri., Feb. 20 – Try Something New, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Head over to the PromoWorks demo table to sample some new, good-for-you items.

Sun., Feb. 22 – LiveRight With ShopRite Kids’ Day, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please note space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Bring the kids to create and try new things! Youngsters will prepare a healthy snack and enjoy other fun, nutrition-focused activities.

Mon., Feb. 23 – RD Freezer Find: Heart Health Edition, 4 – 6 p.m. ShopRite’s registered dietitian will be sampling Dominex eggplant products available in the store’s frozen food section. Stop by to learn how eggplant is a delicious alternative to meat in many recipes. Recipes, coupons and giveaways will be available.

Thurs., Feb. 26 – Cans Get You Cooking, 2 – 4 p.m. Did you know the canning process seals freshness, flavor and nutrition into canned foods? Visit the Dietitian’s Corner for a sampling of an easy-to-prepare and budget-friendly recipe featuring canned food products.

Fri., Feb. 27 – High Fiber Friday, 1 – 3p.m. Fiber is one of the keys to losing weight, lowering cholesterol and managing blood sugar. Drop by the Dietitian’s Corner for tips and a sample of a tasty high fiber snack.

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.