Healthy Options at Point of Sale

Hey, Berkeley! 👋 As the summer heat rolls in, we all crave something cool and refreshing. Instead of reaching for sugary ice creams, why not grab some fresh fruits from your local checkout lanes? Thanks to the HOPS ordinance, it’s easier than ever to make a healthier choice.

🍇🍓 **DIY Fruit Popsicle:** Make your own fruit popsicles without any high fructose corn syrup! Just grab a popsicle mold, fill it with grape juice and sliced fruit bits, and freeze. A delicious and healthy way to stay cool!

Let’s make this summer the healthiest one yet, Berkeley! 🌟

🌞🍓 Summer Vibes with a Healthy Twist! 🌿🍉

This summer, Berkeley's Healthy Checkout Ordinance is making it easier to choose nutritious snacks and drinks at the grocery store. 🥕🥤 Enjoy the season with fresh fruits, veggies, nuts, and more right at the checkout!

Why It Matters:
- Promotes healthier eating habits
- Supports a vibrant, health-conscious community

Let's make this summer the healthiest one yet! 🌻🍏

🌟🍏🛒 Celebrating Berkeley's Healthy Checkout Ordinance and Perris's Almost One Year Milestone! 🛒🍏🌟

🎉 Let's take a moment to applaud Berkeley for being the trailblazer in promoting healthier lifestyles with its pioneering Healthy Checkout Ordinance! 🌟💪 Thanks to Berkeley's leadership, checkout aisles are no longer temptation zones but instead offer a delightful array of fresh fruits, nuts, and other wholesome snacks.

👏 And speaking of healthy initiatives, did you know that the city of Perris, California is gearing up to celebrate almost one year since passing its own ordinance for Healthier Options at Checkout Lanes? 🎉 Inspired by Berkeley's example, Perris is making strides towards a healthier community one year at a time!

🌱 So, whether you're in Berkeley or Perris, be sure to swing by your local checkout lanes and discover the abundance of healthy snacks and options waiting for you! 🍎🥦 Let's continue supporting these initiatives and making healthier choices the easy choice. Together, we can create communities where wellness thrives! 💚

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🍎🥦 Celebrate Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day with Berkeley's Healthy Checkout Ordinance! 🥕🍇

Today, we highlight Berkeley's initiative to make healthy eating easier for everyone. The Healthy Checkout Ordinance ensures that nutritious options are available at store checkouts, replacing sugary snacks with fresh fruits and healthy snacks.

Let's use this day to commit to healthier choices and support policies that promote well-being in our community! 🥗💪

🍏 Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Since Berkeley implemented the Healthy Checkout Ordinance, I've been reaching for apples instead of candy bars at the register. 🍫 Small changes make a big difference! 💪 Feeling empowered to make healthier choices every day, not just for myself but for our planet too.

- Undergraduate UC Berkeley Student

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Attention Berkeley locals! 📣 Let's support our community's health by embracing the Berkeley Healthy Checkout Ordinance!

🍏🥤 Next time you're at the store, choose from a variety of refreshing beverages and nutritious snacks for a happy, healthy family! 💪

🥕 Swap your usual snacks for tasty treats with 5g or less of added sugar and 200mg or less of sodium. Your family's health matters! 💚

Hey, post-Thanksgiving food coma got you feeling a bit sluggish? 🦃 Time to recharge with some delicious and nutritious HCO-certified snacks that won't weigh you down!

Here are a few tasty ideas to keep that holiday spirit alive while nourishing your body:

1. Fresh Fruit Kabobs 🍓🍇: Skewer your favorite fruits for a colorful and vitamin-packed snack. It's a sweet treat without the guilt!

2. Greek Yogurt Parfait 🍨🥄: Layer Greek yogurt with granola and a drizzle of honey. This protein-packed snack will keep you satisfied and energized.

3. Veggie Sticks and Hummus 🥕🥦: Crunchy veggies paired with a flavorful hummus dip make for a satisfying and wholesome snack. The fiber will keep you feeling full and happy.

4. Air-Popped Popcorn 🍿: Skip the butter and try seasoning your popcorn with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast or your favorite herbs. It's a whole-grain snack that's light and satisfying.

5. Nuts and Dried Fruits Mix 🥜🍇: Create your own trail mix with a variety of nuts and dried fruits. It's a perfect balance of protein and natural sugars for a quick energy boost.

🍂 Embracing the flavors of fall with a twist of health! 🍁 Tried out these delicious fall snacks today, and they're a perfect match for the healthy vibes we love.

🎃 From lightly salted pumpkin seeds to apple slices and dried figs, these goodies are not only tasty but also align with Berkeley's Healthy Checkout Ordinance.

UPDATE: Thank you everyone for your interest! We received a huge amount of interest within 24 hours of posting and all spots have been filled. If you registered, we will contact you soon to confirm your participation.
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Elevating my snack game with Berkeley's seal of approval! 🌟 These energizing bites not only satisfy my cravings but also meet the healthy checkout standards. When you snack smart, you feel unstoppable! 💪😋 🚀

If you want healthier items near the cash register in cornerstones, write to your council member and tell them that we need healthy checkout in small stores!

Over 100 Berkeley residents have sent a postcard to their councilmember to inform them! It takes about 60 seconds.

If you're interested, message us and a HOPS postcard fairy will drop a few off to you - extras for if your family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers would like one too!

As the school year is about to start in a month or two, any incoming college student would appreciate a care package of healthy snacks! Being on your own for the first time is usually an exciting time—but it can be a stressful time, too.

These healthy munchies are easy to spot at Berkeley's grocery check out lanes, thanks to the Healthy Checkout Ordinance!

Here are some of the snacks pictured:
🍿 Skinny Pop
😋 Quaker Rice Cakes
🍂 Autumn Harvest Trail Mix
🥜 Planter's Protein Mix
All these healthy munchies are easy to spot at Berkeley's grocery check-out lanes, thanks to the Healthy Checkout Ordinance!

happy snacking!!🥑🍓

Have you been to the Farmers’ Markets before? How has your experience been?

Comment down below, we would love to hear from you!👇🏼

Check out CultCrackers at your local Berkeley Bowl! They are HCO compliant too 😋 and sugar free. Great for your dips and sauces.

HOPS is featured at The Daily Californian… check out full interview on our Twitter account

Happy International Women's Week! Today, we are highlighting a female-founded brand!

Started by Stacy Madison, Stacy's Pita Chips is a pita-based chip company that got its modest start selling pita sandwiches out of a food cart in New England.

In addition to pita chips which are “Always baked, never fried”, Stacy’s has created the Rise Women project; which gives funding and mentorship to women-owned food businesses.

Definitely check out their Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips if you are looking for a crunchy and sweet snack that is HCO compliant at your local Berkeley grocery stores.

This Or That? When craving for a chip snack that is crispy and flavorful but also low in salt, try Late July Organic Snacks 's Sublime Multigrain Tortilla! It is made of all organic ingredients and is 65 mg of sodium per serving, meeting the Healthy Checkout Ordinance!

Are you on the go and need a healthy snack? Try KIND Snacks 's Bars from any Berkeley grocery store with only 4 grams of sugar. Plus, they are made with real fruit and whole nuts.

crunchy nacho seasoned kale chips? yes please😋🥦 check these out at CVS!

Support Berkeley merchants and say yes to healthy checkout by purchasing snacks low in sugar and sodium today!

It's great to see other cities passing local food policies! Keep it up!

New San Diego law requires grocery stores to donate edible food that would normally be thrown away to food banks.



https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/national/new-california-law-creates-opportunities-to-waste-less-food #:~:text=The%20law%2C%20which%20will%20go,%2C%22%20O'Connor%20said.

New California law creates opportunities to waste less food The new law will require food suppliers and grocery stores to donate all edible food waste to food rescue organizations or food banks.

The New Year of 2022 is all about making resolutions for healthy living. It’s natural to start off the year thinking about all of the goals you want to set. And diet and weight loss are always top of the list. However, many people turn to fad weight-loss diets this time of year, instead of thinking about diet changes that promote and sustain a vibrant lifestyle over the long term. Your diet pattern has the power to reduce your risks of chronic diseases over your lifetime. 🌱🥑🍏🥬

What you eat is much more significant to your health than whether you lose a few pounds. Read on for these 5 Healthy New Year’s Habits from our HOPS team!

Happy Holidays everyone! Looking for a non-sugar cookie option that is also HCO compliant? Check out Murray Sugar Free Cookies! They are delicious shortbread cookie rings that kick the sugar to the curb without sacrificing flavor, available at your local Berkeley Walgreens ! 🎄❄️🍪

Also, thank you everyone for your utmost support for
our healthy checkout ordinance. We could not have
done it without you all 🙌🏽.

To make this holiday's family road trip preparations easier, here are our top 10 HCO-compliant snacks to pack from Berkeley's Whole Foods Market and Whole Foods Market.

These favorites are all 5 grams or less of sugar, 200 mg or less of sodium, and no added sugar for the kids (and adults too!). ❄️❄️❄️

Healthy Checkout, here to give families another chance at checking out with ease! The ordinance will allow foods like fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, dairy, and whole grain, but will limit the range of sugary items present in checkout areas. Make a healthier choice for your loved ones today!

try out these protein, nutrient, and fiber filled snacks at CVS! snacking can be deliciously satisfying without the added sugar and sodium :)

Healthy Checkout is here to give you Trader Joe's charcuterie ingredients with up to 5 grams of sugar, 200 milligrams or less of sodium, and drinks with no added sugar or sweeteners and or 100 percent juice!

Don't worry about a sugar crash, these drinks from Berkeley Bowl have none added at all! Lei Back and Genki Forest are healthier fizzy alternatives to soda, so come treat yourself to a refreshing choice. Folksy Hard Kombucha is brewed to a breezy 5% ABV, using gut-friendly probiotics and organic ingredients.

Thank you Berkeley Bowl for being compliant with our city's health ordinance!

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