Access to fresh, locally sourced foods
The Melrose Farmers’ Market recognizes the need for access to healthy and fresh, locally grown/sourced foods, especially for those at greater risk of food insecurity. The Melrose Farmers’ Market will contribute $10 per week toward your SNAP purchase. For example, instead of only having $10 to spend, now you have $20. The MFM is piloting …
Staying Active at Home
Thank you Cape Ann Mass in Motion for sharing this compilation with us! Youth Physical Activity Resources: CATCH Health at Home: Provides evidence based physical education resources for parents set up in a google classroom environment. The Body Coach TV: Featuring “P.E. with Joe”, from the UK as long as schools are closed Joe is …
We are in this together!
Caring for your mental health despite the coronavirus Care for yourself Regain your calm Taking Care
Pea Soup
A simple pea soup makes an elegant start to a spring meal. It’s also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak. By EATINGWELL TEST KITCHEN Total: 35 mins Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped …
Quick Penne With Veggies
Keep it simple with pantry/freezer staples like boxed pasta, canned beans and frozen broccoli. https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/recipes/quick-penne-pasta-with-veggies-recipe
Healthy Melrose 2020
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 2020…SEE YOU IN 2021! Saturday, May 9, 2020 10am-1:30pm For all the latest news and updates, please visit the Healthy Melrose Facebook page and website We are always grateful to our company partners who donate products for our attendees to try and love!
Brian’s Breakfast Treat
2 cups oatmeal 2 ripe bananas 1 tab honey 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda Dash of salt 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Blend. Stir in 1/2 cup blueberries, sliced apples, or fruit of your choice. Pour into greased muffin tin & top with granular honey and cinnamon. Bake at 375 ~30min or …
Mango Quinoa Salad
2 cups cooked quinoa, at room temp or chilled 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed 1 mango, peeled & diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 4 green onions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/2 …
Healthy Hydration
If you’re looking to feel better, be more energized and be a better version of you in the new year, focus on healthy hydration. In addition to having more energy, being properly hydrated can help to improve your mood and concentration. Not sure how to fit more water into your day? Read more.