Friday, June 8, 2018

Find out how your company can receive free tools, resources and technical assistance to help assess, plan and implement a workplace wellness plan custom-designed for your location. Check out www.mspwellness.com for more information.

Farmers Markets

Summer in Minnesota means the return of farmers markets. Farmers markets are a great way to incorporate more fresh, local and healthy foods to your diet, and in some cases, promote getting outdoors and walking. Read on to learn more about the benefits to shopping at farmers markets, how to locate a market near your worksite and how to start a mini-farmers market at your workplace. Bon Appétit!

8 Benefits of Farmers' Market Shopping

Farmers markets are about people who love food, growers and eaters alike. If this seems broad, it should. Those abundant tables bearing fresh fruits and veggies are the bridge between farm and fork. Learn about a few of the benefits that come with Farmers market shopping.

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Featured Workplace Wellness Resources

There are so many reasons to celebrate the many Farmers Markets present in the state of Minnesota! Due to the fertile soil, many types of agriculture, and huge diversity in products grown and raised by Minnesota Farmers and producers, farmers markets have become prominent in both small towns and urban centers. Find your nearest farmers market (for any day of the week), and get more information and facts at their website.

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Farmers Markets of Minneapolis Facebook page

The Farmers Markets of Minneapolis Collaborative fosters the vitality of the City’s farmers markets through strategic and informed innovation, advocacy, education, and cohesive partnerships. Check out the Facebook page to see photos, recipes events and more!

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Eat Well Work Well

Establishing an on-site farmers market is a great way to increase access to healthy fresh food and provide a market for local farmers. Worksites can demonstrate leadership in health promotion by hosting an on-site farmers market. Learn more about how you can establish an on-site farmers market at the Eat Well Work Well website.

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Did You Know? Spend $10, get $10! Use SNAP-EBT at participating farmers markets and get up to $10 in Market Bucks every time you visit the market. Market Bucks help SNAP customers stretch their dollars at the farmers market making healthy food more affordable. Learn more and find where to spend your bucks!

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Market Recipe: Radish Butter

Makes 1/2 to 3/4 cup butter Spread this on rye bread, serve over grilled chicken or steak. It will keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup diced radishes 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Fresh lemon juice to taste Turn the butter, radishes, and parsley into a food processor fitted with a steel blade and process until the radishes are finely chopped. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice to taste. Turn into a pretty crock or glass jar and serve at room temperature. Thanks to Beth Dooley for the recipe and Mette Nielsen for the photo via Facebook.

About mspWellness

mspWellness is the result of a partnership between the Minneapolis Regional Chamber (MRC) and the Minneapolis Health Department (MHD). MRC and MHD are working together to assist business members create healthier work environments. This partnership is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Health’s Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) and Community Wellness Grant, funding that serves as a powerful catalyst for creating healthier communities. Through SHIP, the Minneapolis Health Department partners with schools, neighborhoods, worksites, and clinics to make sustainable community driven changes that help everyone eat healthy, be active, and live tobacco free.

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