Weis HealthyBites Tip of the Week

Each week the expert Registered Dietitian-Nutritionists from Weis Markets bring you the HealthyBites Tip of the Week! They’ll give you helpful ideas related to:
- Shopping for healthy food choices
- How to select and use seasonal produce
- Family-friendly recipes and meal solutions
- Basic cooking techniques
- and so much more!
The Weis HealthyBites Tip of the Week airs every Friday at 4 PM on WVIA Radio or listen to new and archived tips right here. To reach the Weis Dietitians directly with your food, nutrition or health questions, email them at weisdietitians@weismarkets.com.
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Whether you’re hitting the trails , tackling a workout or chasing after your kids, what you eat plays a bigrole in how you feel and perform. Nutrition is for everyone and here are some simple tips to help fuel your day.
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Earth Day is this month on April 22 nd , a perfect time to be mindful about food waste. Each yearapproximately 1/3 of available food goes uneaten
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Tired of throwing away spoiled food? You’re not alone. Each year, American families waste over $1,500 worth of groceries, contributing to environmental challenges and unnecessary spending. Frozen foods offer a simple solution to reduce waste, save money and enjoy delicious, nutritious meals.
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Looking for a tasty, affordable veggie to add to your meals? Meet the parsnip! Think of them as sweeter, paler cousins of carrots—their flavor gets even better when cooked. You’ll find them near the carrots and turnips in the produce section, ready to become your next go-to ingredient. This creamy, nutty-tasting root veggie is packed with nutrition.
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March is National Nutrition Month! This year's theme is "Food Connects Us." Food connects us to our cultures, our families and our friends. Sharing a meal is an opportunity to learn about its preparation, who made it and where the ingredients were sourced. Health, memories, traditions, seasons and access can all impact our relationship with food. While these factors influence the foods we eat, the foods we eat also affect our health.
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Today is National Chili Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by making a simple crockpot chili.
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February is National Canned Food Month and I’m going to break some myths surrounding canned foods to help you apply them to a nutritious meal.
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February is American Heart Month, and one way to support a healthy heart is by increasing your physical activity. It is recommended to fit 150 minutes of moderate physical activity into your week.
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The Super Bowl is right around the corner, and I have recipe ideas that are fan favorites. These recipe ideas from the Weis recipe bank are perfect for sitting down to watch your favorite teams. Everybody wins when you’re eating well.
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Focus on making your body the best it can be. Quick fixes, often in the form of fad diets, are an appealing option at first glance, but are not sustainable for long term health.
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The cold winter season is the best time of year for warm soups, stews, and chili. Many of which only require a few ingredients that are pantry and freezer staples.