Study: Obesity adds $190 billion in health costs

Study: Obesity adds $190 billion in health costs

FITME WELLNESS ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH HAZZARD FREE FARM

Today FitMe Wellness announced its latest program geared toward the improved health and wellness of the Rockford community. Starting May 1st, anyone, FitMe members and non-members, will be able to purchase a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share from Hazzard Free Farm and pick it up at FitMe Wellness on Thursdays from May 17th through October 25th. “We have members who are here day in and day out, burning calories and working hard at their own health and wellness,” said Greg Georgis, owner, FitMe Wellness. “It occurred to me that we could do more to bring in options for them to consume better calories.” Georgis said that the decision to expand the offering to non-members is part of his personal commitment to improving the health and wellness of the Rockford community. “We hope you stay here and exercise,” said Georgis, “but sometimes healthy eating is where people start, and if we can provide that doorway into a healthier lifestyle, than that is a step in the right direction.” To compliment the CSA offering from Hazzard Free Farm, FitMe is also offering classes with a certified nutritionist to support you in your health and wellness goals. The first seminar is free to the public and will be held Tuesday, May 1st at 6PM @ FitMe Wellness. Other classes are to follow, with at least one per month. These seminars are for members only, with memberships starting at only $29.95 and no charge to join. Hazzard Free Farm & CSA offers 14-week memberships for the Summer Session starting at $25.00 per week for the half-share box containing 6-8 items per week. Big Box shares start at $35.00 and contain 9-12 items per week. Boxes contain items such as locally grown stone ground grain, honey, mushrooms, herbs, spinach, cucumbers, carrots, and much more. Hazzard Free Farm & CSA is a community farm growing grains, vegetables, herbs and more. Their Certified Naturally Grown produce is available through their CSA, farmstand and at many local organic grocers and restaurants. Our focus is on sustainability, quality, diversity and convenience. “We’re excited to partner with FitMe Wellness and bring our healthy, locally grown food to more of the Rockford community,” said Andrea Hazzard, Owner, Hazzard Free Farm & CSA. “We share a goal of making a healthy lifestyle the norm for more Rockford residents and we are excited about this opportunity.” For more information on FitMe Wellness and its unique health and wellness programs, please go to www.fitmewellness.com or visit Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fitmewellness.