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NUTRITION CLEAN EATING IS LOOK LOCAL
A WAY OF LIFE.
NOT ANOTHER Farmers markets are an
excellent source of clean
THE CLEAN EATING movement is about the amount of vitamins and minerals in your eating basics.The best part—
making gradual, lasting changes to the way you diet. Whole foods are also rich in fiber, which everything is locally grown,
eat. Choosing whole, unprocessed foods without supports gastrointestinal health and can which means fruits and
additives as often as possible can give a big decrease colon cancer risk. vegetables are at their peak
boost to your well-being. flavor. Consider a visit to:
“Work fresh fruits and vegetables into »» The Mulberry
“Whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables each meal to begin to eat cleaner,” says
should be part of each meal,” says Millie Smith. “Commit to making one small swap Street Market at
Smith, MS, RD, LD, CNSC, Clinical Nutrition every day to make the change to healthier Tattnall Square Park
Manager at The Medical Center, Navicent Health. eating habits.” (Wednesdays)
”Eat out less, shop the perimeter of the store »» The Macon State Farmers
where fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy INTERESTED IN CLEANING UP YOUR Market at
are found, and prepare meals from ingredients DIET BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO START? 2055 Eisenhower
that aren’t processed.” CALL 478-477-2300 TO SCHEDULE AN Parkway (open daily)
APPOINTMENT WITH A DIETITIAN AT »» The International City
These choices may improve your heart health WELLNESS CENTER, NAVICENT HEALTH. Farmers Market at
by limiting unhealthy trans fats and boosting 900 Watson Blvd, Warner
Robins (Thursdays)

SPICYWATERMELON SALSA
IN SUMMERTIME, WATERMELON is plentiful in central Georgia. Here, this fresh,
seasonal ingredient takes a traditional salsa recipe from basic to bright. Whip up this
refreshing dip to try with your favorite chips, or use it as a topping for grilled chicken
or pork.

chaaeTtbletryeayrofrrtunbuhlaerisstcniavuelesexa.t INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS NUTRITION INFORMATION

3 cups seedless 1. Finely dice watermelon. (Serves 8)
watermelon 2. Seed and mince jalapeños. Calories: 26
3. Chop cilantro. Fat: 0g
2 jalapeño peppers 4. Mince red onion. Fiber: 1g
1/3 cup cilantro 5. P lace all in a medium bowl Carbohydrates: 6g
1/4 cup lime juice Protein: 1g
1/4 cup red onion with lime juice. Season with Sugars: 4g
salt to taste. Sodium: 75mg
6. C hill and serve. Can be made Potassium: 122mg
a day ahead.

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