COVID-19 Vaccine: Valley's Wellness and Walk-In Care Center at Garden State Plaza is offering the COVID-19 vaccine, including initial and booster doses, for those who are eligible. Learn more and schedule an appointment.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Valley's Wellness and Walk-In Care Center at Garden State Plaza is offering the COVID-19 vaccine, including initial and booster doses, for those who are eligible. Learn more and schedule an appointment.
If you are like me, you look forward to perusing the local farmers market whenever you travel, whether it is around the world or even those close to home. I find myself gravitating to the these open air bazaars filled with seasonal produce, fresh bakery items, artisan cheeses, dips, and even crafts or home decorative articles. Most, like me, anticipate finding healthy and delicious foods to sample or buy, and meeting the farmer or chef who created the food for tasting.
The last thing on our minds is usually food borne illness and food safety concerns. We tend to trust the vendors and the town or management team maintaining the market. Most, I’m sure, follow safety measures, and train workers to keep clean, hygienic practices.
I share this not to discredit or taint you to farmers markets, but to make you aware and provide tips to keep you safe. Most towns include a farmers market protocol and safety sheet, so you can look that up before you go online.
Here are some tips to lower the incidence of illness from farmers market finds:
If you would like to meet with a dietitian, book an appointment with us by contacting Joe Juliano, RD, Nutrition and Wellness Manager, The Valley Hospital, at 201-447-8093 or jjulian@valleyhealth.com.