A Delicious Path to Better Health!
What if the secret to feeling better, managing health conditions, and boosting energy wasn’t hiding in a pill bottle — but in the produce aisle? At LIFTT, we believe food is medicine, and we’re putting that belief into action with an exciting new initiative that makes fresh, nutritious food more accessible while turning a routine trip to the grocery store into a fun and empowering experience.
Grocery Store Tours: More Than Just Shopping
A grocery store tour isn’t just about filling your cart — it’s about learning, exploring, and discovering how the choices we make while shopping impact our health. Imagine strolling through the aisles with a nutrition expert, learning how to decode food labels, choosing the freshest fruits and veggies, and swapping out high-sugar, high-sodium foods for delicious, nutrient-packed alternatives.
What to Expect on a Grocery Store Tour
- Navigating the Store Like a Pro—Ever notice that fresh, whole foods tend to be on the outer aisles, while processed, packaged foods fill the center? We’ll show you how to shop smart by starting in the produce, dairy, and deli sections and making healthier choices first.
- Reading Food Labels Without the Confusion – What do “natural,” “organic,” and “low-fat” really mean? How much sugar is too much sugar? Our tour guides will help crack the code so you can make informed choices.
- Picking the Best Fresh Foods – Get tips on selecting perfectly ripe produce, understanding food seasonality, and making fresh foods last longer at home.
- Deli and Dairy Done Right – Not all deli meats and dairy products are created equal. We’ll discuss lean protein options, low-sodium choices, and plant-based alternatives that fit different health needs.
- Making Whole Grains Work for You – Learn to choose high-fiber, nutrient-dense whole grains over refined options — without sacrificing taste.
- Budget-Friendly, Healthier Shopping – Yes, healthy eating can be affordable! We’ll share ways to stretch your food budget, reduce waste, and make delicious meals with simple ingredients.
Who Should Join a Grocery Store Tour?
Anyone who:
- Wants to make healthier food choices but isn’t sure where to start;
- Is managing diabetes, high blood pressure, or other chronic conditions and needs support in choosing the right foods;
- Loves good food and wants to explore new ways to shop, cook, and eat better;
- Enjoys learning in a fun, interactive, and social way!
Bringing Healthy Food to the Table
Beyond the grocery store tours, LIFTT is working with local supermarkets to help community members gain access to fresh, whole foods, making it easier for individuals and families to prepare nutritious, delicious meals. We know that food insecurity is a barrier to health, and we’re committed to breaking down those barriers, one meal at a time.
Let’s Get Shopping!
If you’re ready to transform your shopping experience and discover how food can be a tool for better health, join us for an upcoming grocery store tour! You’ll leave with practical skills, new ideas, and maybe even a new favorite meal to try at home.
Food is medicine — let’s learn how to use it together!
For more information about participating in grocery store tours, the Diabetes Prevention Program, and LIFTT’s other health and wellness services, contact our nutritional health coaches, Anya Pulis, (406) 606-1761 or anyap@liftt.org, and Eileen Rodriguez, (406) 294-5185 or eileenr@liftt.org
About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.