III-A

Onsite Wellness Screening in Driggs
2026-08-24 05:11 (America/Boise)
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP HERE

Onsite address
911 N Hwy 33, Driggs, ID 83422

Onsite Wellness Screening in Preston
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Julie Sharp: 208-852-1817
julies@prestonid.us

Onsite address
Preston City Hall
70 W Oneida St, Preston, ID 83263

Onsite Wellness Screening in Firth
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Robert Dial: 208-221-6574
firthcity@gmail.com

Onsite address
106 E Center St. Firth, ID 83236

Onsite Wellness Screening in Shelley
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Sandy 208-357-3390
Onsite address
101 S Emerson Ave, Shelley, ID 83274

Onsite Wellness Screening in Malad
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Susan Wittman: 208-766-4010
maladcityid@gmail.com

Onsite address
59 Bannock Street, Malad, ID 83252

Onsite Wellness Screening in Franklin
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Tyona Atkinson: 208- 646-2300
cityclerk@franklinidaho.org

Onsite address
128 East Main, Franklin ID 83237

Onsite Wellness Screening in Menan
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Allyson Pettingill: 208-754-8876
menancityclerk@cityofmenan.org

Onsite address
at 664 North 3530 East, Menan, ID 83434

Onsite Wellness Screening in St Anthony
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP HERE

Onsite address
420 N. Bridge St. Ste. A, St. Anthony, ID 83445

Onsite Wellness Screening in Blackfoot
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP HERE

Onsite address
157 N. Broadway, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Onsite Wellness Screening in Dubois
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Kerri Ellis: 208-374-5241
cityofdubois@mudlake.net

Onsite address
420 West Main St., Dubois, ID 83423

Onsite Wellness Screening in Arco
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP HERE

Onsite address
302 W Grand Ave., Arco, ID 83213

Onsite Wellness Screening in Challis
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Savannah Pedersen: 208-879-2386
cityclerk@custertel.net

Onsite address
414 E Main Ave, Challis, ID 83226

Onsite Wellness Screening in Salmon
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Amy Fealko: 208-756-3214
afealko@centurytel.net

Onsite address
200 Main Street, Salmon, ID 83467

Onsite Wellness Screening in Heyburn
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Jan Bywater: 208-679-8250
jan.mcfd@pmt.org

Onsite address
1120 21st St, Heyburn, ID 83336

Onsite Wellness Screening in Aberdeen
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Stephanie Wallace: 208-397-4161
cityclerk@aberdeenidaho.us

Onsite address
33 N Main St, Aberdeen, ID 83210

Onsite Wellness Screening in American Falls
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Angela Munk: 208-226-2661
pocohwy@co.power.id.us

Onsite address
3090 Lamb Weston Rd., American Falls, ID 83211

Onsite Wellness Screening in Rupert
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Laura Abrahamson: 208-438-4101
ctpaulid@pmt.org
or Via the Sign-up link here

Onsite address
620 F St, Rupert, ID 83350 (screening at Civic Gym)

Onsite Wellness Screening in Hazelton
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Keith Mills: 208-829-5449
hillsdalehwy@outlook.com

Onsite address:
140 Railroad St, Hazelton, ID 83335

Onsite Wellness Screening in Declo
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Cinda Barker: 208-654-2124
declo@atcnet.net

Onsite address:
8 North Clark, Declo, ID 83323

Onsite Wellness Screening in Buhl
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Tawny Cooper: 208-543-5664
buhlfire.clerk@gmail.com

Onsite address:
201 Broadway Ave N, Buhl, ID 83316

Onsite Wellness Screening in Oakley
2026-08-24 05:11
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening & Flu Shot Clinic at no cost to the member and covered spouse. Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate and dependents age 12 and over may receive a flu vaccine. Please contact Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org.
NO FASTING REQUIRED!
• Lipid Panel
• Thyroid (TSH)
• Diabetes (A1c)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) (males)
• Blood Pressure
• Take Home Colon Cancer Screening Test (optional)
• Influenza Vaccine (optional)
SIGN UP WITH:
Beckie Clark: 208-862-3313
oakleycityclerk@gmail.com

Onsite address
105 N. Center, Oakley, ID 83346

Stress Less, Rest Better Webinar
2026-08-24 05:11
Wednesday, August 2nd at 11:00am MT/10:00am PT
Struggling with your weight loss? Tired of feeling tired? Poor sleep may be the source – and getting better sleep could be the best starting point to improve your health. On Wednesday, August 2, Wondr instructor and clinical psychologist Dr. Kevin Gilliland will uncover a surprising sleep stealer that not only robs you of rest but can impact your weight loss. Learn about the relationship between sleep and stress, and how to confidently manage both. Plus, you’ll get 10 tips to quiet your mind and set you up for success to reach your health goals.
Register today!
https://go.wondrhealth.com/wondrhealthwebinars

Families on the Frontline Dinner & Training
2026-08-24 05:11
III-A Members! You are invited to join a Families on the Frontline Dinner & Training on June 22nd! This is for employees and their significant other.
June 22nd @ 5:30-8:30p
Nampa Civic Center
All III-A First Responders and their significant other can attend this date night/training.
3 CE hours of completion will be given (meets NFPA Standard 1500)
3 POST Credits will be given to LE.
Families on the Frontline Dinner &Training

This training course provides vital information on how to strengthen and bring balance to your family relationships while tackling the inevitable traumatic stress of being a First Responder.

Training Objectives:
• Communication skills
• Effective conflict resolution
• Formative ways to connect
• Interactive parenting approaches

There is a limited number of spots left, so please RSVP to KandiceDickinson@iii-a.org or via my cell 208-739-3946 by June 12th so I can allow for food and materials prep. As a III-A agency, our in-person mental health trainings are one of your benefits – we hope to see you there! Please share this with your team!

Link to Flyer: Families on the Frontline June 22

III-A OPEN ENROLLMENT
2026-08-24 05:11
August 1-31st you can add, drop, or change your dependents on your plan without a qualifying event. III-A will be onsite at your agency during August, so please check with your Clerk/HR for the date and time we will be onsite.
Thank you,
III-A Team

III-A Hydration Challenge: June
2026-08-24 05:11
June 1-28th. Details to come!

Peer Support Team Meeting / Mar 16, 2023 1p MT
2026-08-24 05:11
The purpose of this meeting is to provide a space for your Peer Supporters from all ranks and positions within the workplace (full-time or volunteer basis) to connect with peers who are experiencing a variety of life crisis situations, who feel comfortable talking to someone that has “been there” and understands what it is like to work in their jobs.

A very important part of this discussion will be your input and feedback on what you would like these check-in meetings to look like in the future as well as the frequency needed so your peer support program can be successful.

Peer Support Team Meeting
Mar 16, 2023 1:00-2:00 pm MT

REGISTER HERE
Agenda:
*Shift Wellness Introduction, Nick Bauer, Sergeant (retired) at Seattle PD
*Example intervention for employee needing help
*Review of III-A and peer support system partnership
*Review of III-A First Responder services available
*Signal account usage and setup
*Feedback and questions

III-A Peer Support Team Check In
2026-08-24 05:11
The purpose of this meeting is to provide a space for III-A agency-trained Peer Supporters from all ranks and positions within the workplace (full-time or volunteer basis) to connect with peers who are experiencing a variety of life crisis situations, who feel comfortable talking to someone that has “been there” and understands what it is like to work in their jobs.

A very important part of this discussion will be your input and feedback on what you would like these check-in meetings to look like in the future as well as the frequency needed so your peer support program can be successful.

Peer Support Team Meeting
June 15, 2023 1:00-2:00 pm MT

REGISTER HERE
Agenda:
*Shift Wellness Introduction, Nick Bauer, Sergeant (retired) at Seattle PD
*Example intervention for employee needing help
*Review of III-A and peer support system partnership
*Review of III-A First Responder services available
*Signal account usage and setup
*Feedback and questions

Nampa PD Wellness Screening Clinic
2026-08-24 05:11
Hello Nampa PD employees & spouses,
The III-A is happy to host an onsite Wellness Screening on Wednesday, June 7th from 3-7pm at Nampa PD, Baker Room – at no cost.
Sign-up for a screening time slot here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/nampapd
OR Scan QR with camera and sign up:

Additional details:

Employees & spouses on the III-A medical plan may participate.
All results, along with educational material, will be mailed to the
Agency (in sealed envelopes) to be distributed within 2 weeks.
Those with concerning elevated results will receive a follow-up call
from the Nurse Practitioner.

Please reach out to Megan Smith, III-A Wellness Manager, with any questions: 208-860-1979 or megansmith@iii-a.org

Legitimate Leadership Part 2
2026-08-24 05:11
This will be the second half of the Legitimate Leadership training from January. If you missed Part 1, don’t worry – you can watch it here.
About the topic:
Are you succeeding as a leader? Do you want to empower others? Can you handle constructive criticism and turn your failures into opportunities and resilience? Learn how to continue to grow, train and display command presence and assertiveness while having the ability to manage the macro and micro. This course will provide you with tools to employ to increase your self-awareness, improve your work-life balance and create a healthier organizational culture overall. Expand your areas of influence and become the kind of life leader people want to follow.
● Solicit buy-in and lead by example
● Turn failures into opportunities and resilience
● Be an assertive leader, not a micromanager
● Bridge the cultural gap between generations
● Create a balance between working hard and a well-mindedness culture
REGISTER HERE

5-a-Day Nutrition Challenge: March 1-31
2026-08-24 05:11
Challenge Details:
Try to eat at least two servings of fruit and three servings of vegetables every day. Check off the box for each serving consumed.

What is a Serving of Fruit and Vegetables? 1 Serving = about 4-6 oz. of fruit and vegetables

1 medium-size fruit
1/2 cup fresh, frozen or canned vegetables
1/2 cup fresh, frozen or canned fruit
1 cup raw leafy vegetables
1/4 cup dried fruit

How to win? Everyone’s a winner in this challenge! Anyone who tracks their fruit and veggie consumption during the month will be entered to win a $25 Visa gift card. Three winners will be randomly selected on Friday, April 7th. Submit completed calendar to MeganSmith@iii-a.org by Wednesday, April 5th
Pro Tip: You can save time and money by buying bulk and chopping extra fruit or vegetables at one time and freezing the extra, or choosing frozen or canned fruits (rinse off any canned syrups) and vegetables at the store.
Why do a nutrition challenge?
It is recommended that adults eat between five and nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day, but only 1 out of 10 adults meet that recommendation! The III-A 5-a-day Nutrition Challenge is a great way to help you become more mindful of your intake and increase the number of servings of fruits and vegetables you eat each day.
Here are some ideas to help you get into the 5-a-day (or more!) habit:

Start with the first meal of the day. Plan to eat a serving or two of fruit with breakfast every day. Mix it up so you don’t get bored. Half a grapefruit, an apple, or a handful of berries on your cereal are all good choices. Continue this pattern by eating vegetables at lunch and at dinner.
Get extra energy from fruit or vegetable snacks. The carbohydrates in fruit and vegetables are great sources of energy. Combine them with a serving of protein — such as a piece of cheese, a cup of yogurt, or a tablespoon of peanut butter.
Double up on fruit and veggie servings. Recommended servings of fruit and veggies can be small. Unlike other foods, it’s OK to double the serving size of fruit or vegetables. Serve yourself a 1-cup portion of broccoli or tomatoes instead of the standard serving of ½ cup.
Sneak in fruit and vegetables as ingredients. Chop up veggies (peppers, carrots, celery, sweet potato) and toss them into your favorite chili or soup recipe. If you don’t like vegetables much, sneak them into foods you do enjoy (like grating carrots or zucchini into tomato sauce). When making a smoothie, toss in a few handfuls of spinach, and if you also add a ½ banana and berries, you won’t even taste it!
Try a new fruit, vegetable, or recipe each week. Our bodies like variety. So set a goal to try something different – even better, a different color – each week. You may find a new favorite! One good way to get variety is to eat the fruit and veggies that are in season in your area, they will also taste the best too.
