Farm to Table +

Balance, Variety and

Moderation
 What do you think of
when you hear farm to
table?
 Food that is served on the
Definition of
table came directly from
Farm to
Table farm without going to a
store first
 What are some
benefits of Farm to
Table?
 • Contributes to a mindful
experience
• Exposed to variety and diversity
Benefits of • Have more nutrients and a better
Farm to taste
Table • Can learn about local farmers
• Environmental benefits
• Higher consumption of fruits,
veggies and whole grains
How is Farm to Table Practiced?

• Option 1:
• Going to local farmers market, purchasing your groceries for the week
• Option 2:
• Going to local farmers market, grabbing some produce that is new to you,
interests you, or looks good
• Option 3:
• Going to the grocery store, but shopping in the produce section with a similar
mindset as if you were going to the farmers market
Other methods to practice Farm to Table

• Imperfect Foods and Misfit Market

• https://www.misfitsmarket.com/?exp=mini_plans_step2
• https://www.imperfectfoods.com/
• Snap benefits at the farmer market
How YOU can practice Farm to Table during
theme week

• Can be a great conversation starter for the week!

• If you do visit the farmers market, explain why you chose the ingredient
you bought
• If you buy your ingredients from the grocery store, explain how the dish
is emulating farm to table
• If you visit the farmers market, what did you like, what did you learn,
what did you notice?
• Can be a great learning experience!
• Look for ingredients never seen or tried
• Talk to the vendors and ask them about their farm or about how they
suggest preparing the item you are purchasing
Some farm to table recipes

STOP&SHOP Website: 55 Summer Farmer Market

https://www.savoryonline.com/ Recipes:

Check out the "meal planning" https://www.tasteofhome.com

section in the menu /collection/summer-farmers-
market-recipes/

Use camera on your

smartphone to scan
this QR code! It brings
you to the link!
What do your ideal
eating habits and
nutrition goals look
like?
General nutrition goals

• Sufficient amounts of essential nutrients and fiber, and proper

amount of calories
• Focusing on nutrient dense foods
• Enjoying the food you're eating
• Mindful eating habits
• Healthy relationship with food
What does balance,
variety and
moderation mean to
you?
BALANCE

• Carb, fat, protein balance (macronutrients)

• Balance helps prevent over consumption of
one type of food
• Nutrient interaction
• Calcium can prevent iron absorption
MODERATION

• Trying to limit having foods in excess whether traditionally thought of

as "good" or "bad" for you (types of food)
• Moderation in portion sizes as well (amount of food)
• Eating is a part of life and should be enjoyed
• The foods that are typically are seen as unhealthy and junk food have a place
within a healthy diet
• Moderation is keeping this in mind as well
VARIETY

• Important because no food contains all nutrients needed for optimal

health
• Consuming different sources of protein because they have different
nutritional profiles (different types of amino acids)
• Having a variety of veggies and fruits
• Helps with moderation of not eating too much of one nutrient
• Helps with balance because eating too much of one nutrient can lead to
deficiency of another
Any final thoughts?