BITE INTO A HEALTHY SUMMER LIFESTYLE!

 

FARMER’S   MARKETS   TIPS  FOR  EATING   HEALTHY   This  summer,  keep   these  nutrition  tips   in  mind:   o Pay  attention  to  portion   sizes   o Try  and  make  half  your   plate  fruits  and  veggies   o Enjoy  dressings  and  sauces   (such  as  BBQ  sauce  and   ranch  dressing)  on  the  side   and  add  as  needed   o Eat  foods  with  a  variety  of   textures,  colors,  and  flavors   o Drink  a  glass  of  water   before  every  meal     o Enjoy  your  favorite   summer  treats  (such  as  ice   cream)  in  moderation!  

Farmer’s  Markets  are  a  great  resource  for   purchasing  fresh,  local,  and  affordable   produce!  Check  out  one  of  these  nearby   locations  to  stock  up  on  your  favorite   fruits  and  vegetables  during  the  summer:   •

Daley  Plaza  (50  W.  Washington   St.)  

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Lincoln  Square  (2301  W.  Leland   Ave.)  

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Columbus  Park  (Harrison  St.  &   Central  Ave.)  

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Green  City  Market  (1800  N.  Clark   St.)  

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West  Humboldt  Park  (3601  W.   Chicago  Ave.)  

 

http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/de pts/dca/supp_info/farmersmarkets0.html    

BITE  INTO  A   HEALTHY   SUMMER   LIFESTYLE!  

 

Turkey,   Cucumber,   and  Hummus   Lettuce  Wraps  

 

Ingredients:   •

4  leaves  Iceberg  lettuce  

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4  slices  roasted  turkey  

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½  cucumber,  sliced  

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2  Tbsp.  hummus  

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Any  other  veggies  such  as:   avocado,  sliced  peppers,  or   tomato  

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Take  a  leaf  of  lettuce  and   spread  hummus  on  top  of   lettuce  

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Top  lettuce  with  turkey,   cucumber,  and  other  veggies  

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Place  second  leaf  of  lettuce  on   top  and  roll  up  to  make  a  wrap  

This  summer,  work  your  way  to  a  healthier  you!   NUTRITIOUS  SUMMER  FOODS:   •

Berries  (strawberries,  blueberries,   raspberries)   o

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*Makes  two  lettuce  wraps  

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A  great  source  of  Vitamins  A  &  C  

Add  it  to  a  glass  of  water  for  a   refreshing  beverage!  

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Try  a  combination  of  peppers,   onions,  tomatoes,  and  summer   squash  for  a  colorful  dish  full  of   nutrients  

Turkey  or  Veggie  Burgers   o

These  are  perfect  for  grilling  out  and   lower  in  fat  than  traditional  burgers    

Every  Saturday  all  summer  long,   Millennium  Park  offers  free  yoga   classes  at  8:00  AM  

Take  a  Trip  to  the  Local  Farmer’s  Markets!   o

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Take  a  trip  to  the  beach  and  walk  along   the  shore  or  go  swimming!  

Yoga   o

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Enjoy  the  sunshine  and  take  a  walk   with  a  friend  

Go  to  the  Beach  

Vegetable  Skewers   o

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Walking  

Cucumber   o

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Berries  are  full  of  antioxidants!  

Watermelon   o

FUN  WAYS  TO  GET  EXERCISE  THIS  SUMMER!  

Locations  listed  on  the  back  

Play  Outside   o

Get  some  fresh  air  and  toss  a  Frisbee   around