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Optional Activity
3.1 Visit a Grocery Store
The following are suggestions for arranging the optional activity of visiting a grocery store:
Some grocery store chains have a dietitian or nutritionist on staff who can conduct a tour of the
store, identify healthy food choices, and review food labels. Call a few stores in your area to fnd
out what services are available. Provide participants with coupons from your local newspaper for
healthful food items.
Visit the American Dietetic Association (ADA) Web site (www.eatright.com) and enter your
zip code under “Find a Nutrition Professional.” Contact professionals in your area to fnd one
who will conduct a grocery store tour. These professionals may also have good ideas for other
group activities. Contact your state dietetic association to locate any programs that provide
grocery store tours or other activities for consumers. Visit the American Dietetic Association
Web site homepage (www.eatright.com) and click on “ADA Groups” for a listing of state dietetic
associations.
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