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ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE Co. (APS) BRINGS VOLUNTEER POWER TO SUPPORT DIANA GREGORY OUTREACH SERVICES VEGGIES-FOR-VETERANS FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVENT
Employee volunteers from the Arizona Public Service Co. (APS) partnered with Gregory’s Fresh Market, a local nonprofit focused on providing healthy food options for area seniors and veterans, to support the Veggies-for-Veterans food distribution drive last week. The...
REFRIGERATED FOOD TRAILER BOOST FOOD DISTRIBUTION SERVICES TO SENIORS, VETS IN GREATER PHOENIX COMMUNITY
“The coronavirus pandemic has aggravated the food insecurity crisis in this region to new levels of concern,” said Diana Gregory, CEO of DGOS. “Transport refrigeration strengthens our efforts to fight food insecurity by giving us the capability to store more food for longer periods of time. We are grateful to the BHHS Legacy Foundation for its donation which helps us expand and improve our services to more residents in the community.”
Healthy Resolutions Include Daily Reading for a Healthy Mind
Many retired executives continue this healthy habit and continue to open a whole new world
Protect Your Memory
Poor hearing has more of an impact than smoking, high blood pressure, and lack of exercise in terms of modifiable risk factors for developing dementia. One such investigation found that preventing or treating hearing loss in middle age has the potential to cut the likelihood of developing dementia by 10% years down the road.
Shake Open Plate and Eat Your Salad in a Jar
Salad jars are cute, practical, and nice to look at, so let’s create some together. Stack your ingredients from the wettest to the driest so that your salad will be fresh and crisp. You should be able to keep it fresh for up to 5 days after making and refrigerating....
We celebrate this man of wonder, George Washington Carver
We celebrate this man of wonder who continues to inspire me in my own farming endeavors in providing fruits and vegetables for more than 15,000 seniors and veterans through Gregory’s Fresh Market and programs like “Veggie for Veterans.” When we are not delivering produce, we can be found harvesting vegetables at our local farm, which supplements our produce for seniors. Thank you, George Washington Carver.
Antioxidants: Fab or Fad?
Easy ways to incorporate more antioxidants into your diet include adding fruits or vegetables to every meal, opting for green tea instead of coffee, and snacking on healthier foods such as nuts. Since antioxidants are probably already present in your diet, I don’t think it’s necessary to take a supplement, but always consult with your doctor before making any dietary changes.
How to Stay Entertained During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Do you have a desire to start drawing? Painting? Embroidery? Now is the best time to do it! Instead of binging another TV show, why not give your eyes a break from the screen and get your hands busy instead.
Your Guide to Eating Seasonally
Eating seasonally is a great way to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables without breaking the bank. Foods that are in season are naturally going to be less expensive since there’s a surplus of produce. It’s best to buy from local farmers to get the best deals and support local communities. Eating seasonally can also help reduce our carbon footprint by reducing carbon emissions.