Press Releases (2009)

Registered Dietitian to Present at Farmers Market
October 12, 2009

Elkhart General is offering a free public seminar titled “The Benefits of Seasonal Fruits and Veggies” at 10:30am on Thursday, October 22. The seminar will be held in the Countryside Kitchen on the 2nd Floor of the American Countryside Farmers Market in Elkhart.

Elkhart General Registered Dietitian, Elaine Hagen, will discuss the benefits of seasonal fruits and vegetables and how they can reduce your risk of heart disease. She will prepare a heart-healthy recipe using seasonal ingredients. All attendees will have an opportunity to sample this dish and receive a copy of the recipe. One lucky participant will win a basket full of seasonal fruits and vegetables, along with the recipe ingredients used in the demonstration.

No registration is required, but seating is limited. For more information, call Community Relations at (574) 523-3303 or visit www.egh.org.