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Wellness

8 local spots to find good-for-you eats in Nooga

Worried about healthy food tasting good? Our recs have you covered. | Photo via Pexels

Have you seen that new, buzzworthy Netflix doc yet? Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones takes a look at the secrets of longevity in five “Blue Zone” regions of the world. That got us thinking about how you are what you eat — and made us wonder what we can do to make living healthy (or at least, healthy-ish) easier.

That’s why we’re sharing eight local spots in Nooga where you can find good-for-you eats + wholesome ingredients.

📍 For fruits + veggies

Head to the Main St. Farmers Markets on Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. to shop seasonal fruits and veggies. Pro tip: Sign up for their newsletter for the inside scoop of what will be at the market that week.

Fruits and vegetables (like tomatoes, berries, broccoli, and carrots) contain phytochemicals, vitamins, antioxidants, and more. Bonus: See these color-coded tips for eating more fruits and veggies.

📍 For beans + legumes

On the go? Stop by Vibrant Meals for freshly prepared dishes like the vegan taco bowl that subs beans for meat — and bookmark our guide to the top vegan and vegetarian spots in Chattanooga.

Beans are rich in fiber, plant-proteins, and nutritious properties said to have several health benefits. Plus, they’re a great (and filling) alt to meat.

📍 For breads and grains

Pick up a loaf of the 6 Grain 4 Seed bread from Niedlov’s Bakery & Café. It’s made with organic whole wheat flour, six grains, and four varieties of seeds. Bonus: Stock up on grains for your pantry by shopping the bulk section of Gaining Ground Grocery.

To get the full benefit of grains, follow these tips for identifying “whole” grains. Sources of whole grains include whole wheat bread, quinoa, brown rice, barley, faro, and more.

📍 For Mediterranean eats

Take the scenic route through Lookout Mountain to visit a newly opened, authentic Mediterranean restaurant, Massey’s Kitchen — serving up Italian, Spanish, and Greek-inspired cuisine.

Growing evidence shows that the Mediterranean Diet — a way of eating inspired by the habits of people living in Mediterranean regions — is associated with numerous health benefits. Is it coincidence that two of the five “Blue Zone” cities are along the Mediterranean Sea?

Keep reading for the scoop on fresh seafood and what is known as “superfood lattes.”

Where to get superfood lattes + fresh seafood

Asked

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. When was the last time you got a breast cancer screening?

A. This year — I get screened annually.
B. I don’t get screened annually, but I did within the last 1-3 years.
C. Within the last 4-6 years.
D. It’s been so long that I don’t remember.
E. I’ve never been screened for breast cancer.
F. I have not been directed to get a mammogram.

Let us know

Events

Active

Fleet Feet Pub Run | Wednesdays | 6-7:30 p.m. | Oddstory Brewing Co., 1604 Central Ave. | Free | Run a 5K route through downtown Chattanooga with other local runners + end with a discounted pint at Oddstory.
Artful Yoga | Sunday, October 15 | 1:30-3 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave. | $5 | Join instructor Mina Kashani for an all-levels, art-inspired yoga class held among the galleries at Hunter Museum.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s | Saturday, October 21 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Coolidge Park, 150 River St. | Free; donations encouraged | Walk as an individual or register as a team to participate + raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.

Outdoors

Forest Bathing Experience | Thursday, October 12 + October 26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Enterprise South Nature Park, 190 Still Hollow Loop Rd. | $35 | An intentional mindful nature walk and “forest bathing” experience led by a certified forest therapy guide.

Wellness

Herbal Tinctures 101 | Saturday, October 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bird Fork Farm, 261 Lewis Cross Rd., Dunlap | $65 | Learn about the herbal tinctures + make your own to take home in this hands-on course.

Health

Surviving & Thriving: Real Talk for Cancer Survivors | Saturday, October 28 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Chattanooga State Community College Health Science Center, 4501 Amnicola Hwy. | $10 | Those impacted by cancer are invited to hear from specialists on topics like mental health post-treatment, wellness strategies, and more (lunch included with ticket).

Sports

UTC vs. Western Carolina Football | Saturday, October 7 | 4 p.m. | Finley Stadium, 1826 Carter St. | $15-$25 | Cheer on the Chattanooga Mocs at their Homecoming game against Western Carolina University.
6th Annual Swing for Hope Couples Charity Golf Tournament | Sunday, October 29 | 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. | Black Creek Club, 4700 Cummings Cove Dr. | $350 per couple | Registration for this sixth annual tournament includes a round of golf with a cart and lunch, dinner, and beverages; proceeds benefit the Boehm Birth Defects Center.

Health

3 reasons Breast Cancer Awareness Month is so important

three women wearing breast cancer awareness clothes at a susan g komen walk

The annual Susan G. Komen More Than Pink Walk — which raises funds for breast cancer research — was held in Chattanooga on Sept. 16. | Photo via Unsplash

Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in women today, with one out of eight women developing breast cancer in their lifetime. Awareness is key in empowering women to make informed decisions about their breast health.

Here are three reasons raising awareness is so important:

Mammography is a woman’s most powerful defense against breast cancer.
When diagnosed in its earliest stages, the survival rate for breast cancer is 99%.
85% of breast cancers occur in women with no family history.

Schedule a mammogram

News Notes

Fact or Fiction

Children with food allergies should trick-or-treat with a certain colored bucket. Is this Halloween tip Fact or Fiction? Find out.

Development

In partnership with Erlanger, Parkridge Medical Center recently bought the 38-acre site along Jenkins Road in Ooltewah. The 55,000-sq ft building will be developed into an outpatient surgery center, and will help shift patients from inpatient hospital care to more affordable surgical treatment centers. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Active

Calling all runners: There’s still time to register for Chattanooga’s oldest and largest marathon. The 7 Bridges Marathon is coming up on Sunday, October 15, featuring five different races + post-race medals, food, and fun.

Cause

400,000. That’s how many meals the YMCA served to at-risk youth during its weekday meal program in 2020. This program is back through the end of the school year, and will offer free meals to local at-risk youth Monday-Saturday afternoons at the Downtown + Avondale Chattanooga Public Library locations.

Festival

The forecast for October in the Scenic City is looking crisp. See our roundup of fall festivals in Chattanooga to celebrate the beautiful autumn weather with pumpkin carving contests, fall food, specialty beers, live music, activities for the kids, and more.

Health

3D mammography is the latest screening technology revolutionizing breast cancer detection. At Erlanger, 3D mammography is the standard of care at all five Center for Breast Health locations because more accurate results lead to earlier detection, and earlier detection saves lives.

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