***Exceptional* Nutrition *Every Day***

McCaffrey’s Dietitian, Jill Kwasny, is a Licensed Nutritionist & Registered Dietitian. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a BS in Nutrition and Dietetics and received her master’s degree from Drexel University in Human Nutrition. She is also a Certified Diabetes Educator. As a retail dietitian at McCaffrey’s, Jill provides nutrition education to the community through in-store nutrition events and food safety certification instruction for the McCaffrey’s staff. She is available to provide community programs for children and adults. Contact Jill at nutritionist@mccaffreys.com or 215 750-7713.

What's in Season

Woodstock® Organic Frozen Vegan Lentil Eggplant Ravioli
Actual Veggies® Mushroom Quinoa Veggie Burger
Minute® Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups
StarKist® Lunch-to-Go® Chunk Light Tuna
Hound Dog Wildflower Honey
RXBAR® Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars

Hand-Picked Tips

August is peak harvest season, making it an ideal time for fresh fruits and vegetables such as peaches, melons, tomatoes, zucchini, and sweet corn. We have been enjoying the World Cup soccer and baseball games all summer long. The US Open will be here before you know it. Whether you are watching this epic tennis tournament in person or on TV, you may be drawn to the iconic Honey Deuce® cocktail, the signature drink of the US Open. Whether as a garnish in this epic cocktail or as a refreshing treat, enjoy honeydew, a remarkably sweet and hydrating melon that shines during the summer months.

August 15th is National Honey Bee Day and how sweet it is. Honey bees are responsible for pollinating roughly one-third of the food we eat, including a vast array of fruits, nuts, and vegetables. Recognize both the honey and the honey beekeepers who tend to the hives. Contribute to the cause and pick up a jar of local honey when you are at the store this week.

August also marks a pivotal transition in the year, bridging the carefree summer days with the structured rhythm of fall. As families prepare for the back-to-school routines, the question of “what’s for lunch?” always comes up. Take the stress out of packing lunches, get creative, and have some fun. With some minor tweaks to your regular diet, you can expand lunch options for those adventurous eaters. Speaking of new adventures, if you haven’t heard, the micro meal has become a social media trend. In modern dining, it refers to smaller, portion-controlled meals or snacks designed to fit flexible, “on-the-go” eating habits. They are often used to encourage mindful eating along with smaller serving sizes. As always, enjoy all the foods the season has to offer.