Tired of resolving to “eat healthier” every new year? Here are some *actionable* resolutions to take with you into the new year that bring a little bit more to the table.
🥬 Look Local First: Resolve to check what’s available locally before heading to your regular grocer. Better yet, find a grocer or a food hub that looks local first!
🥬Know Your Farmer: Resolve to get to know a grower this year! Your farmer is the person who grows and cares for your food. They’re the best person you can talk to about it.
🥬 Eat Fresh & Locally: As opposed to “eating healthy”, the criteria to eat fresh and locally reframes our way of thinking. In these times, when obesity and diet related illnesses are on the rise, replacing heavily processed foods with whole, freshly harvest produce will improve your health.
🥬 Plan Seasonally: Resolutions work best with an actionable plan. Map out your meal plans based on the growing season! Meals will taste better with fresh ingredients, and you’ll be more likely to stick with it!
🥬Dine Locally: When you’re looking for a place to eat, prioritize a restaurant that sources locally.
🥬 Play With Your Food!: Resolve to get more involved with the local food scene this year! Visit a farm, join a coalition, or try a new recipe. Invite a friend to come with you to the farmers market. Pick apples with the family! The opportunities in our region are endless.
