For many, summer barbecues and picnics

are a time to kick back and enjoy good

company. However, someone with a food
allergy or intolerance may find these
situations anything but stress-free. Follow
this guide for safe summer socializing to
make sure everyone feels comfortable at
your next gathering!
If you're the host of the party and you
know some of your guests have dietary
concerns...reach out to them! You can
also reduce the risk of cross-
contamination by following these tips:
Do the prep work for the "safe" foods
first, so crumbs or juices from the other
foods don't accidentally get mixed in. If
you can't separate the prep work this way,
at least take time to properly clean and
sanitize all knives, cutting boards, surfaces,
and storage containers between uses.
Always have separate cooking and serving
utensils for safe versus unsafe foods,
whether that means one pair of designated,
labeled, and sanitized gluten-free tongs and
one pair of regular ones, or using different
spoons and vessels for each dish.
You should always wash your hands
between kitchen tasks, but this is especially
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LiveRight Kids Day
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critical when switching between handling
foods that are okay for the guest to eat
and foods that are not.
If you're the guest of the partydon't be
afraid to speak up! You can make it easier
on yourself and your host in a few ways:
Offer to bring a dish. This is a great way
to contribute and ensure that there will be
at least one dish there that you can feel
comfortable eating.
Bring your own extras. Bringing items like
gluten-free hamburger buns, vegan cheese,
or a pair of tongs can be a nice gesture.
Some people can eat off the same plate as
something that they are allergic or
intolerant to, whereas others can't even
get within 10 feet of a troublesome
ingredient. Know your limitations and
communicate them to the host in advance.
Play it safe -- if you're not sure whether or
not you can eat a particular food, skip it.
Lastly, remember that social gatherings are
just that -- social. It's about spending time
with people you love and taking a few
hours to unwind and have fun.
Happy summer!
Kristen
Kristen Caponera
MS, RD, CDN
518-708-7815
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Sa f e Summer : Food Al l er gi es


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Bethlehem YMCA After School Program
Last month Kristen had the pleasure of
attending the Bethlehem YMCAs after school
program. Kristen focused on the vegetable section
of the My Plate and had all the kids try various
colors of different types vegetables with a side of
ShopRite hummus. The kids learned the kinds of
vitamins and minerals in each vegetables and what
they do for our body. They also learned how
important it is to eat a rainbow of vegetables
everyday to receive all the nutrients our bodies
need. Kristen really enjoyed her time with the kids
and hopes to be back to the Bethlehem YMCA after
school program soon!
If you are interested in having Kristen present to
your group, call her at 518-708-7815.
ShopRite of Slingerlands offers FREE nutrition services!
Kristen Caponera, your registered dietitian, provides complimentary nutrition services to
Slingerlands and the surrounding community. Kristen is available for grocery store tours,
individual and family counseling, product requests and information, health events, cooking classes,
nutrition seminars and community programs for schools and businesses. Kristen is a graduate of
Syracuse University & Sage Graduate School who completed her dietetic internship at Sage
graduate School in Troy, New York. Though versed in all areas of nutrition, Kristens passion is
teaching parents and children the ways of healthy eating. Contact her for more information!

Telephone: 518-708-7815
Email: Kristen.caponera@wakefern.com
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Summer is here, so that means children
are out of school and on the move!
Whether theyre going to camp, the
pool or are just hanging around at home,
be sure to keep them cool and hydrated.
How Much Do Kids Need?
Children are more susceptible to
dehydration than adults, especially in hot
and humid conditions. Partly because
their bodies are not as efficient in
producing sweat to help cool them off,
but also because they tend to produce
more heat during activity and exercise.
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To prevent dehydration, kids should
drink with each meal and throughout the
day when they feel thirsty, especially
during hot weather and physical activity.
Signs of dehydration can include fatigue,
thirst, rapid heartbeat, dizziness and
dark-colored urine.
Your LiveRight
Kids Recipe

WATERMELON FIZZ
Ingredients
4 cups seedless watermelon
1 cup seltzer
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
Directions
Place watermelon, seltzer
and lime juice into a blender
and puree until smooth.
Strain the mixture into a
picture to remove any
unblended pulp. Stir in 1
tablespoon of honey and
serve in glasses garnished
with frozen watermelon
balls.
Are you looking for more
healthy summer recipes?
See your ShopRite dietitian
at the store today!
Hydrate by the Cup:
Encourage water. Freeze a water bottle
to keep it cold for a car ride or short
trip. Keep a cooler of ice and water
bottles for summertime family outings.

Limit the amount of caffeinated
beverages like soft drinks, energy drinks
and iced tea. These contain caffeine,
which may cause the body to lose water
through frequent urination.

Dont wait to hear Im thirsty before
you offer your children a drink. Its okay
to drink water throughout the day/

If your children are not fond of drinking
water, another option is to serve 100%
fruit juice with water or seltzer.

Hydrate by the Plate:
Make popsicles from pureed fruit and ice.
Freeze in molds or ice trays.

Summer is the season for water-rich
fruits and vegetables. Try watermelon,
cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, carrots
or even snap peas with low-fat dip.

Have fruits that are about to go bad?
Cut them into bite size chunks and store
in the freezer in small freezer bags. They
make a great snack for the outdoors or
while youre on the run.
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LiveRight with
ShopRite Kids Day
Theme: Healthy Hydration
When: Saturday, July 13th
Time: 10am-1pm
Stop by ShopRite of Slingerlands for
kid friendly recipes, coupons,
nutrition handouts and a fun kids
activity. Participation is FREE!
See you there!
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1.Source: The Childrens Mercy Hospitals and Clinics. Watch for Dehydration During Football Practice.
Viewed online at: http://www.childrensmercy.org/hkc/topic/View.asp?id=263


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Did You Know? There are two main kinds of melon: those
with netted rinds like cantaloupe and those with smooth rinds
like honeydew and watermelon.
How To Select: In general, when selecting any melon, choose
one that is heavy for its size.
How To Store: Melons continue to ripen once picked unless
they are refrigerated. Once your
melon becomes ripe, store it in the
fridge until ready to eat. Otherwise
melons can develop soft spots.
Nutrition Benefits: Melons are
an excellent source of vitamin C
and vitamin A, and a source of
potassium, lycopene, vitamin B6,
folate and niacin.
Ingredients
3 Tbsp. olive oil
3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. stone-ground mustard
1 1/2 lbs. seedless watermelon, cut into 4 wedges
(1/4 whole watermelon)
6 cups arugula
1/3 cup shaved Parmesan
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Makes 4 servings. Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 280 calories,
20g fat, 4g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 10mg cholesterol,
190mg sodium, 24g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 7g protein.
Directions
1. Preheat grill to medium-high (350F to 400F).
2. For the dressing, in a small, covered container
combine oil, lime juice, honey, mustard, and salt and
pepper to taste. Cover, and shake to mix. Set aside.
3. Grill watermelon 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a
cutting board. Cut watermelon into cubes; discard
rind.
4. Place arugula on 4 salad plates. Top evenly with
watermelon cubes, Parmesan and pine nuts. Drizzle
with dressing, and serve.
Source: www.shoprite.com
Produce Pi ck of the Month: Mel ons
Grilled Watermelon Arugula Salad
Nutrition Information Source: http://www.latimes.com/style/la-fo-melon-s-story.html. Accessed June 13, 2014
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