GST: Introduction

Overview

This 9 week program walks you through the miles and miles of aisles and aisles. With professional videos shot in each section of the grocery store, this tour will literally show you what is good, what is not, and why, in a systematic and entertaining fashion.

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GST Week 1: Produce

Overview

Does organic really matter? What is all the hype about buying local and in season? What about genetically modified produce? Join us as we address these questions and show you cost effective ways to shop and consume your fruits and veggies!

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GST Week 2: Dairy

Overview

Skim milk, 2%, or whole milk? Low-fat yogurt or Greek yogurt? Butter or vegetable spread? “AAAAHHH!” Figuring out what to choose can make your head spin!Don’t scream… instead join us as we discuss how to choose quality dairy products on a budget.

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GST Week 3: MEAT

Overview

How did choosing meat products become so complicated? Grass fed versus corn fed beef, antibiotics in poultry, and choosing proper pork products will be discussed in the session. Join us to find out how much we should be having, and simple ways to cook them.

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GST Week 4: FISH

Overview

Mercury and coloring in fish? Really? This is not a fish tale. What about farm-raised versus wild-caught? Are fish oils good for our health? Join us for answers to these questions and learn cost-effective and simple ways to choose and prepare fish.

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GST Week 5: BREAD

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What kind of breads are okay? Should you be choosing white or wheat? What can you do with fresh bread that goes bad all too quickly? And what about treating yourself to baked goods? Yum! Join us as we discuss how to healthfully consume bread and baked goods.

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GST Week 6: CANNED

Overview

It seems as if we can find practically everything in a canned form these days…vegetables, fruits, fish, meat, beans, and soups. So what is okay to choose and what should you leave on the grocery store shelf? Join us as we “can” the foods we should not be eating and enjoy the ones we should.

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GST Week 7: CEREAL

Overview

Have you been in the cereal aisle lately? In this session we will discuss how to choose a healthy cereal when there are 500 to choose from. In addition we will discuss a variety of other healthy grains that can be used at meals. Join us to learn easy and delicious ways to prepare these grains.

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GST Week 8: FREEZER

Overview

“BBBRRRRR!” We will be in this aisle for a bit to decide what we can put in our cart from the depths of the freezer. Bundle up and join us in this session as we take a look at acceptable frozen foods that can be incorporated into a healthy diet.

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GST Week 9: PREPARED

Overview

Prepared foods can be a healthy option. In this session we will talk about how to use the prepared foods section when in a pinch and look at what prepared entrées you can choose from. We will also take a look at deli meats and cheeses. Join us to learn some helpful tips when shopping in the prepared foods section.