Get an insider’s peak at the hottest products for Summer  recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products are perfect for keeping it simple and nutritious.  They're Guiding Stars Rated (or good to pair with a Guiding Star rated option) and perfect for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt!

Show Notes:

·      Caputo & Guest mushrooms - King oyster & steakhouse mix (king oyster, maitake, pearl oyster)

·      Handpicked: Little Leaf Farms - Welcome to Greater Greens

·      Mission Jumbo Avocados 3GS

·      Handpicked: Shady Brook Farms Ground Turkey:  Savory Magazine Turkey Burgers, Recipes - Shady Brook Farms®

·      Half Loaf Bread Co.™  Capital Baking Company in (Hyattsville, MD)

·      Live Pure Organic Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie Cubes -  3GS (Virginia)

·      Blendtopia Organic Superfood Smoothie Pops - 1 GS

·      Giant Kale & Spinach Fusion Blend Frozen 3GS

·      Liquid Death Blueberry Buzzsaw Iced Tea - 2 GS

·      Thread Coffee Roasters Nitro Infused Cold Brew Coffee - 3GS (Baltimore, MD)

·      Nature's Promise Organic Blood Orange Sparkling Water

Get to know the Artists who designed our Local Artist Reusable Bags and learn more about the Giant Cares reuseable bag initiative which supports community organizations. This year's program features artists from Maryland (Janna Morton), DC (Doudgy Charmant and Sara Conedera), Virginia (Eric “E$” Dolgas) and Delaware (Brittany Coleman).

Show Notes:

• Check out our Artists Bags!
• Artist Bag Beneficiaries: Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Workhouse Arts Center, African Peach Arts Coalition

Get an insider’s peak at the hottest products for Fall recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products are perfect for keeping it simple and nutritious.  They're all Guiding Stars Rated (or good to pair with a Guiding Star rated option) and perfect for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt!

Show Notes:

Back to School

• Chobani Zero Sugar (Handpicked) - pumpkin flavor
• Wheaties Protein Honey Pecan Cereal (1 GS) - 21gm protein, 5gm fiber per serving
• Mott's Ready to Eat Apples & Grapes (2 GS) 
• TruBar Get In My Belly PB & Jelly Bar (1 GS) - 12gm protein, 12 gm fiber per serving
• Stonyfield Organic Zero Sugar Added Blueberry Apple Carrot Yogurt (1 GS)
• Dr. Praeger's Broccoli Littles (1 GS) 

Fall Favorites

• Giant, Store Brand Canned Pumpkin (3 GS) - Pumpkin Whipped Coffee, Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini, Pumpkin Pancakes, Pumpkin-Lentil Stew
• Apple Cider -  Apple Cider–Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Veggies | Giant Food, Cider-Glazed Turkey and Gravy | Giant Food
• Lipton Green Tea bags (Handpicked) - regular and honey ginger

Holiday Entertaining

• Taste of Inspirations Vegan Egg Roll Wrappers (1 GS)
• Taste of Inspirations (1 GS) -  Crab Rangoon Dip with Wonton Chips
• Little Sesame Herby Jalapeno Smooth Hummus (1 GS) 
• Nature Fresh Ombre Tomatoes (3 GS) - red, orange, yellow
• Tropicana Juice (Handpicked) 

Sign up for Flexible Rewards: https://giantfood.com/registration

For most of us, the secret life of pets was just that  - a secret!  Now that we're all spending more time with them, we have so many questions!  Veterinarian Marianne Bailey, from Queenstown Veterinary Hospital, joins us to discuss the top questions she has been receiving  including sleep, physical activity, stress from having people around all the time, and, of course, what and how much they should be eating. We'll also talk about how COVID 19 affects our pets and the role, if any, pets play in transmission.

Ethan Soloviev, from HowGood, and Steven Jennings, Giant's health and sustainability lead, join the nutritionist to discuss how to shop more sustainably using the HowGood rating system, how COVID 19 is affecting the health of the planet, and what Giant is doing to be socially and environmentally responsible in every aisle.

Staying in place to prevent the spread of Coronavirus is a lot like being snowed-in, it makes you think more about toilet paper, getting outside and cooking at home. Meteorologist Justin Berk and his weather wife Shannon join the nutritionist to talk about their unique social distancing, what they put in their shopping cart prior to staying in place, and what they cook when they are stuck at home with the kids.

For National Nutrition Month and International women’s Month, Julie Reisler, author of Get a PhD in You, a two time Tedx speaker and host of the podcast "The You-est You" joins the nutritionists to discuss how we can be our most authentic selves particularly when it comes to how we nourish our body and mind.

Scott Maher, Registered Dietitian and Director of Sports Nutrition at the U.S. Naval Academy, joins the nutritionist to talk about March Madness, how to feed elite college athletes, and his thoughts on the recent documentary "Game Changers" which encourages athletes to go more plant based.

Physician Assistant Nadia Richmond and Fitness blogger Alexis Reed join the Giant nutritionists for a discussion on why diversity in the health and wellness space is crucial to long term health outcomes in our communities. #NationalNutritionMonth

Show Notes:
Nadia Richmond, PA https://www.pamllc.us/team/nadia-richmond
Alexis Reed, Flecks of Lex or on instagram @flecksoflex
Jillian's Dietitian Group on Instagram @spoonfullofmelanin

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on the relationship between food and anemia. Learn how simple dietary changes can help to prevent iron-deficiency anemia and pernicious anemia.

Shopping list for anemia prevention: 

· Iron. Iron-rich heme foods include meat, poultry, seafood and shellfish. Non-heme sources include beans, lentils, iron-fortified cereals, dark green leafy vegetables, and dried fruit. 

· Folate. Found in fruits and fruit juices, dark green leafy vegetables, green peas, kidney beans, peanuts, and enriched grain products, such as bread, cereal, pasta and rice. 

· Vitamin B-12. Foods rich in vitamin B-12 include meat, dairy products, and fortified cereal, soy product and Nutritional Yeast. 

· Vitamin C. Foods rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits and juices, peppers, broccoli, tomatoes, melons and strawberries. These also help increase iron absorption. 

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on the relationship between food and brain health. Learn about the MIND Diet, the 5 types of foods to start including in your diet to support brain health, and lifestyle factors that play a key role in the prevention of Alzheimer's and dementia.

Show Notes: 

· Brain Health: https://brainhealth.nia.nih.gov/ 

· MIND Diet: https://foodinsight.org/what-is-the-mind-diet/ 

· 5 Types of Brain Boosters: Omega-3s, Choline, Antioxidants, Probiotics, and Caffeine

Kevan Vetter, the executive chef and director of culinary development for McCormick Spice Company joins us to discuss how to spice up meal times, practical spice tips, how spice trends are identified, as well as strategies for using spices for health and romance.  

Show Notes: 

Flavor Macker App: https://www.mccormick.com/articles/mccormick/mccormick-flavor-maker-app 

McCormick Recipe Source: https://www.mccormick.com/recipes 

Spice Journey for Red Pepper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YDNUlb3dqU 

Products mentioned: (I checked - we do have all of these items)

• Timut Pepper (hint of citrus)
• McCormick One Pan and One Sheet Mixes 
• Everything But the Bagel Seasoning 

Spice Recommendations: 

• Chicken: thyme, rosemary, basil, garlic 
• Pork: sage, allspice, cumin, ginger, caraway seeds, garlic, rosemary 
• Fish: sage, onion, basil, dill, black pepper, garlic 
• Beef: basil, bay, black pepper, cayenne, cumin, curry powder, dry mustard powder, garlic, onion, oregano, rosemary, sage, and thyme. 
• Veggies: oregano, basil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, chervil, Tarragon, coriander, cumin, dill, ginger, garlic, lemongrass and curry 

Email nutrition@giantfood.com for a handy how-to spice fact sheet 

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on the relationship between food and bone health. Get simple strategies for preventing bone loss and ways to change your diet if you've had a recent diagnoses of osteoporosis. 

Show Notes: 

National Osteoporosis Foundation: https://www.nof.org/ 

International Osteoporosis Foundation: https://www.iofbonehealth.org/ 


Calcium 

· Calcium needs: 1,000 mg/day for adults under the age of 50. 1,200 mg/day for adults over the age of 50. 

· 30% DV calcium = 300 mg calcium 

· 20% DV Calcium = 200 mg calcium 

· Calcium Calculator: https://www.nof.org/patients/treatment/calciumvitamin-d/steps-to-estimate-your-calcium-intake/ 

· Foods Rich in Calcium: Dairy products, dark green leafy vegetables, and fortified plant-based milks, juices, cereals, and breads. You can even add a single tablespoon of nonfat powdered milk to foods for an added 50 mg of calcium. 

Vitamin D (international units or micrograms; I IU = 0.025 mcg) 

· Vitamin D Needs: Adults under age 70, 600 IUs (15 mcg)/day for adults under the age of 70. 800 IUs (20 mcg)/day for adults over the age of 70. 

· 25% DV = 100 international units (2.5 mcg) 

· Foods Rich in Vitamin D: Fatty fish like wild-caught mackerel, salmon, tuna and cod liver oil as well as fortified foods like milk and other dairy products, orange juice, plant-based milks, and cereals.

Learn about the rich Hispanic communities in the greater Baltimore-Washington from Isa Carrizales - nutritionist on the Healthy Living team. Particularly, we will talk about Salvadoran heritage, which can be seen and felt strongly in the DMV. Isa will share her top Salvadoran picks when you want to try something new, along with Salvadoran-inspired dishes, and all about our Healthy Living Team's Spanish services.

Show Notes: 

• Check out: Healthy Living's Spanish Services
• For Spanish inquiries email: vidasaludable@giantfood.com
• Recipes: Salvadoran Cheese Stuffed Pupusas, Salvadoran Style Cabbage Slaw, Salvadoran-Style Steak and Onions
• Shop Hispanic and Latin Products I Giant Food
• En Espanol: Mi Vida Saludable - Summer '24 your mini health magazine, 100% in Spanish
• Clases de vida saludable - YouTube

Join the nutritionists and clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel E Burnett for expert advice on ways to combat the winter blues, how to distinguish the blahs from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and foods that cant boost your mood until the sun comes back. 

Show Notes: 

Dr. Rachel E Burnet, Licensed Clinical Psychologist: Washington Center for Weight Management & Research, https://www.wtmgmt.com/ 

Seasonal Affective Disorder Information: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/seasonal-affective-disorder/index.shtml 

Fruits and Vegetables: those high in tryptophan (dates, papayas, bananas, asparagus), those high in folate/magnesium (dark-green leafy vegetables like spinach, swiss chard, Brussels sprouts) and those high in vitamin C ( citrus, cantaloupe, papayas, kiwi, berries, chilies/peppers, carrots, yams). 

Foods High in Omega 3’s:  fatty fish like salmon, tuna, sardines, seafood (oysters), and fish oil, flax seeds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds (also high in tryptophan), walnuts, soybeans, and spinach. 

Fermented Foods:  yogurt, miso,  sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, kombucha, and tempeh. 

Drinks: water, black, green or oolong tea  

Chocolate:  the darker, the better.  

·         A recent study showed eating 1-2 ounces of dark chocolate daily can reduce stress hormones like cortisol. Plus, a caffeine-like stimulant in the chocolate can give you an energy boost.  

·         When you do indulge, stick to one serving because it still has calories.

Mood Busters: refined sugars and starches, fried foods, fatty meats and fatty snack foods, and alcohol.

Join the nutritionists for expert advice on the best apps for meal planning, shopping, and meeting your health and wellness goals.  From allergies, saving money, and sustainability to weight loss, FODMAP and diabetes there's an APP for that!  

Eating Well Apps   

• Yummly Meal Planner: scan food items to generate recipes, make shopping lists that sort by aisle 
• Mealime: can plan according to dietary restrictions, recipes focus on eliminating food waste 
• Seasonal Food Guide: tells you what’s in season, how to use produce, and fun facts  
• HowGood: scan and get a product’s rating for its social and environmental impact.    
• Seafood Watch: helps consumers choose sustainably sourced seafood  
• ipiit - Food Allergy Scanner: shows green plus when foods are safe, makes recommendations  
• Spokin Food Allergy Manager: customizable, includes aggregated reviews, community driven   
• FODMAP Grocery Guide: provides a detailed list of low-FODMAP foods organized by aisle 
• Giant Food: digital coupons, weekly sales flyers, recipes, rewards 
• Giant Pharmacy: refill and transfer prescriptions 

Eating Management Apps 

• My Fitness Pal: tracks diet and exercise to meet users' goals, recipe analysis, online community    
• Fooducate: calorie, weight tracker that scans and rate foods A -D on nutritional value  
• Lose It!: calorie counter, weight tracker, community activities and competitive challenges 
• MyPlate Calorie Counter (LIVESTRONG): $  Provides meal plans, in-app workouts , 24/7 support 
• Start Simple with MyPlate: (USDA) family friendly, sets goals for each food group, game-based  

Health & Wellness Management   

• mySugr- Diabetes Tracker Log for blood sugar, carbs, bolus calculator, estimated HbA1c  
• Glucose Buddy Diabetes Tracker. #1 rated, track blood sugar, meds, A1c, 12-week education plan 
• Instant Heart Rate $  Heart rate tracker, monitor and save trends to monitor progress 
• Smart BP: monitor blood pressure, weight and pulse and keep track of all the data.    
• MySymptoms: $ comprehensive, track meals, moods, bowels, can share report with clinicians    
• Bowelle: symptom tracker, bowel habits, food log, stress level, mood, track trends 
• Monash University FODMAP Diet: $ comprehensive tracker for FODMAP, recipes, education 

Get an insider’s peak at the hottest products for Winter recommended by the Giant Nutritionist Team. From plant-based proteins and winter produce to hot beverages and savory snacks #GiantHasIt!  

Show Notes: 

·         Dole chopped salad kits and blends

·         Citrus: bagged mandarin oranges and key limes, pummelos

·         Freida's purple sweet potatoes

·         Cal-Organic Rainbow Baby Carrots 

·         Light Life Tempeh, Original and Smokey "fakin bacon" strips 

·         Tofurkey deli slices  

·         Sea Cuisine, frozen pre-seasoned fish  

·         Rizo Brother Grated Cotija Mexican Cheese  

·         Zoup Bone Broth 

·         Bare Bones Bone Broths  

·         Kettle & Fire Bone Broth and Soups 

·         Nature’s Promise Soups 

·         Pacific Foods Soups

·         Mike’s Mighty Good Ramen Cups  

·         Chef Soraya Ramen Cups 

·         One Degree Organic Foods: cereals, oats and flours 

·         Tiesta Loose Teas  

·         Stash Teas  

·         Twinning's Wellness Teas  

·         Rise UP Coffee beans 

·         Orinoco Coffee beans  

·         Five Star Strong  

·         Snowing in Space Nitro Cold Brew  

·         Tempt Hempmilk

·         Blue Diamond Almond Breeze blended banana, and Mexican hot chocolate 

·         Coffee Mate's Natural Bliss creamers made with Almond milk, Coconut Milk or Oat milk  

·         Califia Farms creamer made with almond and coconut milk 

·         Ripple Pea Milk half and half

·         California Walnuts

·         Mariani probiotic fruits

·         Go Raw Sprouted Organic Snacking Seeds

·         Crunchsters Sprouted Protein Snacks

·         BRAMi Italian Snacking Lupini beans

·         Pipcorn Heirloom Mini Popcorn

·         Louisville Vegan Jerky 

·         Mighty Spark Chicken Sticks  

·         Field Trip Turkey and Beef Sticks  

Happy Holidays from the Giant Family!  Tis' the season to learn more about the people behind the scenes who help bring the holidays to your local Giant.  We'll share the family traditions that inspire us them time of year and how their supporting role helps you with your holiday traditions.  From the Eaton family's homemade cranberry sauce to the Tatter family's "green mold",  #GiantHasIt!

Beer and wine expert Hugh Sisson, founder of Heavy Seas craft beer and host of Cellar Notes on WYPR, discusses his top picks for the holiday season. He shares his take on Giant's own private label wine, "Artisan Vintners”,  why it's okay to not take wine too seriously, and offers suggestions for beers and craft spirits.   

Heavy Seas Craft Beers: www.heavyseas.com 

Cellar Notes Wine Reviews: www.wypr.org  

Hugh Sisson's Holiday Picks: 
REDS: 

Artisan Vintner Pinot Noir (exclusive to Giant Food) 

Chateau St Jean Pinot Noir and Cabernet  

Chateau Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon   

Kenwood Sonoma Cabernet and Merlot  

WHITES: 

Artisan Vintner Chardonnay  (exclusive to Giant Food) 

Chapoutier Belleruche Rose 

Chateau St Jean Chardonnay 

Chateau Souverain Sauvignon Blanc  

Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc  

Kendall Jackson Reserve Chardonnay 

Kenwood Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay 

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 

Simi Chardonnay 

SPARKLING: look for méthode champenoise which requires a secondary fermentation in the bottle 

Cava Sparkling 

Freixent Brut 

Lamarca Proscco 

Mumm Napa Brut and Napa Brut Rose 

BEERS: 

Choose traditional and seasonal variety packs 

For best flavor in cooking, use dark and malty beers instead of hoppy (IPA style) beers

Join the nutritionist team and Maria Yanson from ACAC for a discussion on how to approach your holiday season as an opportunity rather than an obstacle to kick start your health and wellness goals. They will dispel the holiday weight gaining myth and offer practical tips and suggestions to get a healthy jump start on your New Year. 

Show Notes:  

Five Tips for a Healthier Holiday Season 

1.       Set goals for the holiday but be realistic. Make short term goals that mirror your long term goals; including eating, exercise, sleep and hydration.

2.       Take time each week to make a schedule and stick to it! Set aside time to exercise, meal plan, shop (Giant Pick-up or Giant Delivers) and plan for the indulgencies by adding extra physical activity.

3.       Make good party decisions as a guest - enjoy the people, eat/drink in moderation, use a smaller plate, and bring a healthy dish to share.

4.       Make good party decisions as a host - offer more vegetables based foods, get your guests active, and change up the sizes of your plates, bowls, and spoons.

5.       Watch the "sneaky calories".

Register for our 6 Weeks to Wellness  -  sign up at www.giantfood.com/nutrition  

60 Day Program at www.ACAC.com or call Maria at 410-453-9111  

We'll explore its origins, how a Generation X sitcom written by Baby Boomers compelled Millennials to start their own holiday, and what you can bring if you are going to your first or fifth Friendsgiving. #doitforthegram #giantfoodies 

Show Notes: 

Recipe ideas from our blogs: 

https://giantfood.com/gf-wellness/#/blog 

Grab and Go Items:  

·         Savory - Charcuterie with meats (prosciutto, salami), cheeses, cornichons, olives, fruits and veggies, jams and chutneys, dried fruits and nuts, fresh bread and savory crackers 

·         Sweet -  "Charcuterie" with vanilla or chocolate hummus, fruits (fresh and dried), nuts, sweet chutneys and jams, chocolates, fresh cookies, and sweet breads 

Premade trays of sushi, wraps and produce: 

https://giantfood.com/shop-online/gl-catering/ 

The First Friendsgiving by Chris Brotzman

(one Millennial’s take on the origin of Friendsgiving): 

https://www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/the-first-friendsgiving 

Friendsgiving: The Ultimate Guide

https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/211062/friendsgiving-the-ultimate-guide/ 

Join your Giant Food wellness team for a discussion on immune boosting foods and the best ways to prepare for the cold and flu season.  You'll learn what to put in your cart and why getting the flu shot is your best tactic. We'll also dispel some of the myths surrounding the flu shot and more. 

Show Notes:  

Nutritionist Blogs and Events: https://giantfood.com/nutrition 

Pharmacy Locations, Hours and Services: https://giantfood.com/gntl-rx/ 

Shopping List Ideas: 

·         Antioxidants, found in foods like brightly colored fruits and dark leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds, oils, seafood 

·         Bioflavonoids, found in foods like green peppers, lemons, limes, oranges, cherries, grapes, broccoli, citrus fruits, and red and yellow onions

·         Glutathione, found in foods like cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower), spinach,  asparagus, potatoes, peppers, carrots, avocados, squash, spinach, and melons 

·         Phytochemicals, found in foods like apricots, tomatoes,  cruciferous vegetables, carrots, garlic, onions, red peppers, soybeans, sweet potatoes, whole grains, legumes, beans, herbs, spices, nuts, and seeds 

·         Protein, found in foods like beans, soy, skinless chicken or turkey, and lean sources of beef

Join your Giant Food wellness team for a discussion on immune boosting foods and the best ways to prepare for the cold and flu season.  You'll learn what to put in your cart and why getting the flu shot is your best tactic. We'll also dispel some of the myths surrounding the flu shot and more. 

Show Notes:  

Nutritionist Blogs and Events: https://giantfood.com/nutrition 

Pharmacy Locations, Hours and Services: https://giantfood.com/gntl-rx/ 

Shopping List Ideas: 

·         Antioxidants, found in foods like brightly colored fruits and dark leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds, oils, seafood 

·         Bioflavonoids, found in foods like green peppers, lemons, limes, oranges, cherries, grapes, broccoli, citrus fruits, and red and yellow onions

·         Glutathione, found in foods like cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower), spinach,  asparagus, potatoes, peppers, carrots, avocados, squash, spinach, and melons 

·         Phytochemicals, found in foods like apricots, tomatoes,  cruciferous vegetables, carrots, garlic, onions, red peppers, soybeans, sweet potatoes, whole grains, legumes, beans, herbs, spices, nuts, and seeds 

·         Protein, found in foods like beans, soy, skinless chicken or turkey, and lean sources of beef

Get an insider’s peak at the hottest products for Fall recommended by the nutritionist team at Giant! From plant-based proteins and specialty ingredients to root vegetables and savory snacks, #GiantHasIt! 

Show Notes: 

·         Apples & pears from local orchards  

·         Root vegetables –  carrots, potatoes, rutabaga, parsnips,  beets  

·         Lacinato "dinosaur" kale   

·         Freida's dragon fruit, Kiwano horned melon, rambutan  

·         Love Beets precooked and peeled beets   

·         ARK Foods vegan bowls  

·         Smithfield Foods Pure Farmland plant-based meats    

·         Morning Star Farms Popcorn Chik'n   

·         Good Catch plant-based tuna  

·         Nature’s Promise Shrimp – fresh or frozen  

·         Hood Cottage Cheese in savory flavors  

·         Good Plants Almondmilk Probiotic Yogurt Alternative 

·         Liebe Bavarian Style Quark “Yogurt” 

·         Allergen-friendly baking flours - Pereg, One Degree Organics, Arrowhead Mills, Bob's Red Mill.    

·         Kodiak Cakes Energy Cakes Flapjack & Waffle Mix – Pumpkin Spice   

·         Teasdale Simply Especial High Protein Beans

·         CoraBella Pasta - red lentil,  green pea, chickpea   

·         Ocean’s Halo Asian broths that have a kelp base  

·         McCormick One Sheet Pan and One Skillet spice pack recipe starters  

·         McCormick Flavor Cubes Seasoning – Mexican or Italian

·         The Spice Hunter Everything Bagel Crunch  

·         Chef Soreya plant-based bowls  

·         Birds Eye Veggie Bowls – frozen meals  

·         Pacific Foods -  boxed soups   

·         High protein oatmeal cups: Kodiak Cakes, Powerful, Zen Monkey Overnight Oatmeal with Greek yogurt   

·         GimMe Seaweed Thins - Almond Sesame   

·         RW Garcia Artisan Crackers in Chickpea or Lentil Tumeric   

·         Ithaca "Cold Crafted" Hummus   

·         City Girl Coffee

·         Tribucha -canned Kombucha   

·         Kodiak Cakes Bear Bites   

·         Sunchips Sweet Potato and Brown Sugar   

Get an insider’s peak at the hottest products for Summer recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All the products are perfect for keeping it simple and nutritious.  They're all Guiding Stars (GS) Rated (or good to pair with a Guiding Star rated option) and perfect for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt!

Show Notes:

• Better for you GS Proteins- Blue Catfish (Local – 3GS), Flank steak, 90%/92% lean ground beef (1GS)

• Ben's Chili Bowl (Local) Chili con carne, turkey chili, chili sauce - to make a chili dogs

  Peaches (Local) grilled and served with Dolcezza Gelato Vanilla Bean (Local)

  Local Leafy Greens – (Local - 3GS) Bowery Farming or Bright Farms

  Little Potato Company Grillers- (1 GS) Little Garlic and Parsley, Little Onion and Chive

  Evolution Real Fruit Soda- Orange, Lemon Lime, Berry Burst, Strawberry Vanilla

  Thread Coffee Roasters Nitro Infused Cold Brew Coffee – 3 GS (Local)

  Mocktail Club (Local) - Havana twist, Bombay Fire, Manhattan BerrKraft Smoky Hickory Bacon Aioli

  Heinz Pickle Flavored Ketchup

  Hellmann's Italian Herb & Garlic Mayo Dressing, Chili Lime Mayo Dressing with Tajin (1 GS)

  Diamond Crunchy Nut Toppers (3 GS)

  Veggie Confetti  - (Local)

  Atlas Protein Bars – (Local -2 GS) Peanut Butter chocolate Chip and Chocolate Cacao

  Amazi Dried Jackfruit – (Local – 2GS)

Roxana Ehsani, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian, joins us to talk about ways you can fuel your run.  Whether you are a beginner training for a 5k or a more experienced runner working towards your first marathon, we'll review daily needs, goals for pre and post runs, as well as ways to stay fueled during races and prepare for the big day. 

Show Notes: 

Calculations: 

Converting pounds to kilograms: 

Body weight in pounds/2.2 = kilograms of body weight 

Carbohydrate Recommendations: 

-When your training is 1 hour or less – daily goal is 5-7gms of carbohydrates per kilogram of weight  

-When your training is >1 hour of training – daily goal is  6-10gms of carbohydrates per kilogram of weight  

-During race or long runs: have  30-60g of carbs every 45 minutes for runs  that are 1-2 ½ hour.  Have 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour for runs over 2 ½  hrs. 

-On race day or after long runs:  ADD an additional 1.0-1.5 grams of carbohydrates per kilogram of weight within 30 minutes after run 

Protein Recommendations: 

-Daily goal of 1.2-1.4grams per kilogram of weight per day of protein  

-On race day or after long runs:  ADD an additional 10-20 grams  of protein per kilogram of weight within 30 minutes after run 

Fluid Recommendations: 
5-7ml per kg of body weight at least 4 hour before exercise

3-5ml per kg body weight 2 hour prior to exercise. 

On race day or after long runs: Have 16-24 oz for every pound of body weight loss 

Resources: 

In Maryland: Charm City Run : http://www.charmcityrun.com/ 

In Virginia: Potomac River Running Store https://www.potomacriverrunning.com/ 

Books: The Food guide for marathoners or  Sports nutrition guidebook  by Nancy Clark (Sports Dietitian) 

Whether you're a new freshman leaving home for the first time or a third year student who's learning your way around a rental kitchen, eating healthy-ish can be a struggle. Join us for easy tips and tricks on how to navigate the cafeteria on campus and work with your roommates off campus to optimize your health and learning goals. Our special guest is University of Tampa Senior, Holly Sampson. 

Show Notes: 

USDA's Choose MyPlate website https://www.choosemyplate.gov/ten-tips-be-choosy-in-the-dining-hall 

Shelf Stable Snack Ideas:   Instant oatmeal, peanut butter, high protein granola bars, trail mix, nuts seeds or  dried fruit, low sodium beef jerky, fruit cups (no sugar added), canned/bag tuna, whole grain crackers and pretzels, reduced sodium soups 

Fridge Stable Snack Ideas: High protein yogurt or cottage cheese, cheese sticks, hummus, salsa,  high protein chocolate milk (like Fairlife or Horizon) 

Meal Ideas: https://www.budgetbytes.com/top-10-recipes-for-college-students/ 

Associations between Dietary Intake and Academic Achievement in College Students: 

https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/5/4/60/pdf 

Food Choices and Academic Success Study:  http://www.alliedacademies.org/articles/college-students-eating-habits-and-knowledge-of-nutritional-requirements-9188.html 

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on all of the best local products for your summer table.  From produce and crabs to pickles and microbrews from our neighbors right here in the Del, MD, VA, and DC area, there are hundreds of ways to enjoy the region's best without ever leaving your neighborhood. 

Show notes: 

Local Maryland Products: 

·         Roseda Beef from northern Baltimore County

·         Not Joe Mama's Sauces from Annapolis  

·         Baltimore BBQ Company  

·         Dukenbees Pickles and pickle chips from Pasadena  

·          Zest High caffeine Tea from Baltimore

·         George's Mixes from Berlin   

·         Ledo's Sauces from Baltimore 

·         Hoopers Crabs  from Ocean City  

·         Phillips Seafood crab meat and specialty items from Ocean City 

·         Fishers Popcorn from Ocean City

·         Bergers Cookies – a Baltimore shortbread cookie  

·         Biggs and Featherbelle  handmade soaps, lip balms and butters,  from Howard County  

·         Honest Tea from Bethesda  

·         Sun of Italy from Baltimore 

·         McCormick Spice Company/Old Bay from Hunt Valley 

Local DC Products:

·         Capital City Mambo Sauce  from Wash DC

·         Mason Dixie Biscuit Co.  from Wash DC  

·         Cava humus and tzatziki from Wash DC 

·         Souper Girl 100% plant based, dairy free and kosher soups from Wash DC 

Local Delaware Products:

·         Dogfish Head from Rehoboth Beach  

·         Frozen Farmer/Evans Farms Sorbets and Ice cream from Bridgeville

Local Virginia Products:

·         Lucia's Pasta Sauce 

·         Tom's Mom's  specially apple and pumpkin butters, pancake syrups from  Centerville   

·         Virginia Chutney/Preservation Society  

·         Fire Hook Crackers

·          Virginia Heritage Foods  (old bay peanuts) ballpark-style  peanuts 

·         Logan's Sausage Company

·         Smith and Sons Chincoteague Shellfish Farms

·         Devils Back Bone Brewing Company

Pediatric Dietitian Lorilyn Russel and Speech and Language Pathologist Bethany Gallagher from Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital (Baltimore, MD) join us to discuss how to feed your newborn to toddler. We'll focus on what to feed, how much to feed, and how your little one will grow and start solids. We'll also discuss common issues like picky eating and when to offer high allergen foods. 

Show Notes:

American Academy of Pediatrics - https://www.healthychildren.org

Centers for Disease Control: https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/foods-and-drinks/when-to-introduce-solid-foods.html

Picky Eaters: Ellyn Satter   https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/

Food Allergies: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/When-can-I-start-giving-my-baby-peanut-butter.aspx

Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital Feeding Clinic www.mwph.org

Certified Lactation Counselor Mandy Katz and new mom Thu Huynh (both In-Store Nutritionists) offer tips for breastfeeding moms and where to go when you need more information.

Resources

La Leche League International: https://www.llli.org/ Can find resources and local support contact information

LactMed (drug interactions): https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/lactmed.htm 

Womanly Art of Breastfeeding  (Book) by La Leche League International

Breastfeeding Made Simple (Book) by Nancy Mohrbacher 

CDC Milk storage Guidelines https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/recommendations/handling_breastmilk.htm 

https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/InfantandToddlerNutrition/breastfeeding/index.html

Alex Jackson from Freida' s, a specialty produce company, and Chris Capell, BBQ Master from the Dizzy Pig BBQ talk about ways we can expand our summer BBQs beyond Americana and infuse a taste of the tropics. Discover inside tips for improving your own BBQs this summer.  You can catch Freida's and the Dizzy Pig at this year's National Capital BBQ Battle on June 22nd and 23rd in Washington, DC.

Get an insiders peak at the best products for Summer recommended by the Giant Nutritionist Team.  From dry rubs and bruschetta to coleslaw kits and hard seltzers,  #GiantHasIt!

Dan Simons from Farmers and Distillers, a farm to table restaurant and small batch distiller of spirits, joins us to talk about happy hour trends. We'll focus on why mocktails, food-inspired cocktails, craft beverages, comfort foods, and even sustainability are front and center this year. We'll also talk with Lisa Coleman from Giant about ways you can bring these trends home.

Get an insider’s peak at the hottest products for spring recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products are perfect for keeping it simple and nutritious.  They're all Guiding Stars Rated and perfect for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt!

Link: https://aholddelhaize.sharepoint.com/:u:/s/GF-Nutritionist-Team/EU14LHMH3C1NimEqshS9y6cB5o0-McFPxELtPaMGgBVFbg?e=2BcyAd

Show Notes:

• Belvita Soft Baked Bars: oats and chocolate and banana bread
• Essentia Ionized, alkaline water: 1L bottle or 6pk 500ml
• Good Measure Bars and Almond Crisps
• Bars: Creamy Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate, Creamy Almond Butter and Blueberry
• Almond Crisps: Crunchy Cheddar Almond Crisps, Sriracha Almond Crisps
• Kind Zero Added Sugar Nut Granola: caramel mocha, apple cinnamon
• Mooala Banana Milk 8 oz/singles: Strawberry, chocolate and banana
• Cooper Street Chocolate Cherry Granola Bakes
• Dole Good Crunch Dried Fruit:  Pineapple (regular and with chili) and banana
• Mush Overnight Oats: Dark Chocolate + almond milk, Peanut Butter + oat milk, Vanilla bean + almond milk
• Lightlife Tempeh 
• Bright Farms: Lettuce greens + salad kits
• Naturesweet sweet and seedless mini peppers
• Dogsters Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs, Pumpkin flavored

Store Brand Dupes:

• Giant Deluxe ice cream: Dupe for B&J, Fudge Brownie, Toasted Smores, Cherry Fudge, Brookie Dough, PB cup

• Taste of Inspirations Pineapple Spears in coconut water: Dupe from CC
• Taste of Inspirations Salsa Corn & Chili: Dupe for TJ

Our love of food and the way we cook often starts with the lessons we learn at Mom’s table. Join us for a heartwarming discussion about mom’s from around the world and how their wisdom translates to the American table.

Dr. Elizabeth Dahl, professor of chemistry at Loyola College Maryland and the founder of the Baltimore Environmental Film Series joins us to offer insight on sustainability as it relates to our land usage, ways we can be more sustainable at home, and with our food choices. We’ll also discuss plant based eating with Seth Goldman from Beyond Meat and what farmers like Eddie Burchell from Roseda Farm are doing to bring more sustainable meats to your table. 

Managing Your Prediabetes

If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes or have concerns that you may be at risk for diabetes, this is the podcast for you.  Join us for a lively discussion on the connection between prediabetes and the food we eat, and learn simple lifestyle changes you can implement today to slow down or prevent the onset of  Type 2 diabetes.

Dr. Bernadette Roche, Director of Environmental & Sustainability Studies at Loyal University Maryland, joins us to offer insight on sustainability as it relates to our waterways globally and locally, ways both large and small that we can help protect those waterways. We'll also talk about how sustainability shows up in the grocery store, why seafood should be part of your diet, and ways to buy sustainable seafood. 

Shopping List (Brands Mentioned in this Episode) Sustainability Certifications to look for: BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices) or the MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) 

· Certified Fresh: all products found in the seafood case at your local Giant 

· Certified Frozen: all Giant brands including Nature's Promise 

· Certified Canned: Safe Catch, Wild Planet, Henry & Lisa’s, Nature's Promise canned wild tuna, salmon and sardines

Get an insider’s peek at the hottest products for Spring 2019 recommended by the Giant Nutritionist Team. From gut shots and acai bowls to Hawaiian tea and dessert hummus, #Gianthasit!

#GiantHasIt Nutritionist Picks for Spring

• Willy's Fresh Salsa (in the refrigerated area of the produce dept)
• Mann's Nourish Bowls, Pero Farms Organic Plant Protein Salad Kits, Taylor Farms Salad Kits, Dole Chopped Salad Kits (in the refrigerated area of the produce dept)
• Chobani Less Sugar Greek Yogurt & Yoplait YQ yogurt (in the dairy dept)
• Dole Acai Bowls (in the frozen fruit section of the freezer dept)
• Farmhouse Culture Gut Shots in Ginger Beet & Garlic Dill Pickle (in the refrigerated section by produce)
• Farmhouse Culture Kraut Krisps (in the snack section of the natural foods aisle)
• Kiwi (in the produce section)
• Chicken of the Sea Infusions (in the canned seafood aisle)
• Shaka tea (in the bottled tea aisle)
• Foodies Artichoke Burgers (in the vegetarian section of the natural food aisle’s freezer dept)
• Schweid & Sons Prime Burger & The Beyond Burger (in the meat dept)
• Barilla Chickpea and Red Lentil pastas (in the pasta aisle) with Sneaky Chef Pasta Sauce (in the natural food aisle, pasta section)
• Boar's Head Dark Chocolate Dessert Hummus (in the refrigerated section between produce and the deli)
• Saffron Road Dark Chocolate Chickpeas (in the natural food aisle, snack section)

The nutritionists speak with Nathalie Savell, licensed Psychotherapist from Upward Spiral Wellness, about the role mindfulness plays in day to day life and how being more mindful when it comes to eating can help you better achieve your long term health goals.  Simple strategies to be more mindful will be offered.

Gut health is one of the most popular health trends today - and for good reason! Join our nutritionists for a lively discussion on Probiotics and Prebiotics and how you can build a healthy gut microbiome with foods like kombucha, kimchi and kefir. They'll even touch on the FODMAP diet.

The nutritionists speak with sex and relationship expert Joanne Bagshaw about the relationships we have with our significant others and those we have with food. 

**This episode contains sexual content that may not be suitable for all audiences.

Did you know Soul Food is more than just “southern cuisine?” Join Chef Thomas Casey from For the Love of Food and Jillian Griffith, a Giant Food in-store nutritionist, for a discussion on why it’s a “food of the people” and how we can put a healthier spin on traditional favorites.  

Learn how to live your best life with diabetes.  We will discuss our top 5 tips for maintaining glucose control and review ways you can still eat the foods you enjoy - including sweets and treats! 

Learn how brain health and your cognitive ability are impacted by your food and lifestyle choices with Maggie Moon, registered dietitian and author of The MIND Diet: A Scientific Approach to Enhancing Brain Function and Helping Prevent Alzheimer's and Dementia. She shares the latest scientific research on cognitive decline and Alzheimer's and offers simple strategies to incorporating the MIND Diet into your eating routine.

Link: Wk 6 2.2.24 Brain Health The Mind Diet and More.mp3

Show Notes:

• www.Maggiemoon.com; The MIND Diet: A Scientific Approach to Enhancing Brain Function and Helping Prevent Alzheimer's and Dementia: Moon, Maggie
• Maggie's tips to get started: Make grains and greens bowls, seafood stews, dips made from walnuts or beans ( Muhammara), simple snacks (tuna veggie salad with whole grain crackers or persimmon w walnuts), and
• Request your MIND Diet shopping list at healthyliving@giantfood.com

Glucose control has a lot to do with carbs.  If you are confused on how to count carbs or how to read a food label, this is the podcast for you. We will walk through real life examples for eating at home and at your favorite restaurant.

Join us for a discussion on the role gluten plays in our diet.  We will discuss tips and tricks for individuals with Celiac disease and gluten intolerance and provide helpful information for those interested in better understanding gluten as it relates to better health. 

If you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, this is the podcast for you. Join us for an informative discussion on kidney health and learn what foods can help you maintain the health of your kidneys.