What’s your favorite type of apple? In celebration of National Apple day we are sharing some of our fun facts about apples and giving you an offer for a FREE apple of your choice! When apple picking, remember to choose apples with smooth skin and few bruises that are bright and shiny!
Fun Apple Facts
- Two pounds of apples make one 9-inch pie.
- 2,500 varieties of apples are grown in the United States.
- Apples are fat, sodium, and cholesterol free.
- A medium apple is about 80 calories.
- Apples are a great source of the fiber pectin. One apple has five grams of fiber.
- The pilgrims planted the first United States apple trees in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
- The science of apple growing is called pomology.
- Apple trees take four to five years to produce their first fruit.
- The largest apple picked weighed three pounds.
- Some apple trees will grow over 40 feet high and live over 100 years.
- It takes the energy from 50 leaves to produce one apple.
- One of George Washington’s hobbies was pruning his apple trees.
- A bushel of apples weights about 42 pounds and will yield 20-24 quarts of applesauce.
- Archeologists have found evidence that humans have been enjoying apples since at least 6500 B.C.
- It takes about 36 apples to create one gallon of apple cider.
- Don’t peel your apple! Two-thirds of the fiber and lots of antioxidants are found in the peel. Antioxidants help to reduce damage to cells, which can trigger some diseases.
- The top apple producing states are Washington, New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California and Virginia.
- The apple variety ‘Red Delicious’ is the most widely grown in the United States
Here are some Apple Varieties for Specific Uses:
| Fresh | Applesauce | Pies |
| McIntosh | Golden Delicious | Cortland |
| Cortland | Melrose | Jonathan |
| Jonathan | Yellow Transparent | Grimes Golden |
| Red Delicious | McIntosh | Melrose |
| Golden Delicious | Cortland | Rome Beauty |
| Stayman Winesap | Jonathan | Yellow Transparent |
| Melrose | Grimes Golden | McIntosh |
| Franklin | Stayman Winesap | Golden Delicious |
| Prima | Rome Beauty | Stayman Winesap |
| Lodi | Lodi |
Price Chopper and many of our Trade Partners have made an effort to support the fight against breast cancer. This effort is visible in packaging of so many products in our stores. Check out the items and trade partners below and how they are showing their support during Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Eggland’s Best supports Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world’s largest breast cancer advocacy organization and the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer. Through November 15th, Eggland’s Best will feature the signature “EB” stamp with the Susan G. Komen Running Ribbon on all varieties of farm eggs. They will also be donating $50,000 to support Susan G. Komen in their pledge to end breast cancer forever. Learn more at http://www.egglandsbest.com/news/egglands-goes-pink.aspx.
General Mills brands are turning pink this month, thanks to Pink Together, a multi-faceted campaign that has added $8 million to the company’s support of the breast cancer cause since 2007. Launched four years ago, PinkTogether.com is an emotionally charged site that has nearly 700,000 members who have been touched by breast cancer. The online community offers newly diagnosed, survivors, friends, caregivers and supporters the opportunities to connect, find support, share stories and offer each other strength and hope. The Pink Together program contributes $2 million a year to Susan G. Komen, and also funds customer account-specific local programs and programs directed by our sales team benefiting the cause.
Northland Dark Fruit Juices also proudly supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation with their program, Drink to Pink. This program has raised $450,000 for BCRF since 2006. The funding supports clinical and translational research at top universities and academic medical centers worldwide conducting the most advanced and promising breast cancer research that will lead to prevention and cure in our lifetime. With each new advancement, more women triumph over breast cancer every year. Drink to Pink is about creating a community of support,sharing inspirational survivor stories, helping women practice good breast health habits and reminding loved ones ones to get regular breast check-ups. Learn more about Northland’s efforts at http://www.northlandjuices.com/.
This is the 5th year that Price Chopper has encouraged our customers to join the fight against breast cancer. Five cents from every specially marked Price Chopper Breast Cancer Packaging will go to benefit Breast Cancer initiatives up to $250,000. This week, we are offering coupons for Price Chopper Sharp Cheddar Cheese and Price Chopper Ginger Ale. Join us and our trade partners as we battle to eliminate this disease! For a list of all Price Chopper products with proceeds going to Breast Cancer initiatives, visit http://www2.pricechopper.com/breastcancer/.
Pepsi Moments to Save
Price Chopper and Pepsi are teaming up to save you money! If you check out your newspaper this Sunday, you will find many coupons on Pepsi Co items. Additionally, Price Chopper is saving you even more on these items and giving you great fuel savings!
If you use every offer, you can save $20 and if you purchase every item at Price Chopper you save an additional $28.16! There is also a fuel savings of $6 if you spend $40 or more on Pepsi Co items. That is a possible total savings of $54.16! Check out your local Sunday paper to get these great coupons. See all the Moments to Save below with additional Price Chopper Savings!
| Pepsi Moments to Save Offers | Price Chopper Savings |
| Save $2 on 2 Lipton 12-Pk | 2/$10.00 |
| Save $1 off any 5 SoBe 20oz or Lipton Tea Singles | 5/$5.00 |
| Save $1 on any Tostitos + Dip | 2/$7.00 |
| Save $1.00 on 2 2L Max | 2/$2.00 |
| Save $1 on any 2 Cheetos or Fritos | 2/$6.00 |
| Save $1 Off any 2 Sierra Mist 2L | 2/$2.00 |
| Save $1 off of any 2 Sunchips | 2/$6.00 |
| Save $1 off Propel 24oz | Buy 1 Get 1 Free |
| Save $2 off 2 Starbucks Frapp 4-pks | $5.99 |
| Save $2 on 20-ct Frito Lay Variety Pac | $6.99 |
Pepsi Moments to Save
Price Chopper and Pepsi are teaming up to save you money! If you check out your newspaper this Sunday, you will find many coupons on Pepsi Co items. Additionally, Price Chopper is saving you even more on these items and giving you great fuel savings!
If you use every offer, you can save $20 and if you purchase every item at Price Chopper you save an additional $28.16! There is also a fuel savings of $6 if you spend $40 or more on Pepsi Co items. That is a possible total savings of $54.16! Check out your local Sunday paper to get these great coupons. See all the Moments to Save below with additional Price Chopper Savings!
| Pepsi Moments to Save Offers | Price Chopper Savings |
| Save $2 on 2 Lipton 12-Pk | 2/$10.00 |
| Save $1 off any 5 SoBe 20oz or Lipton Tea Singles | 5/$5.00 |
| Save $1 on any Tostitos + Dip | 2/$7.00 |
| Save $1.00 on 2 2L Max | 2/$2.00 |
| Save $1 on any 2 Cheetos or Fritos | 2/$6.00 |
| Save $1 Off any 2 Sierra Mist 2L | 2/$2.00 |
| Save $1 off of any 2 Sunchips | 2/$6.00 |
| Save $1 off Propel 24oz | Buy 1 Get 1 Free |
| Save $2 off 2 Starbucks Frapp 4-pks | $5.99 |
| Save $2 on 20-ct Frito Lay Variety Pac | $6.99 |
I am Karen Anderson, a Registered Dietitian with a private practice in Clifton Park, NY for over 13 years. I began working with Price Chopper on gluten-free nutrition a number of years ago and now will be working as a clinical consultant and regular blog contributor. Personally, I have lived with Celiac Disease for 16 years and follow a gluten-free lifestyle. Professionally, I provide nutritional guidance and promote healthy nutrition for those needing to be gluten-free.
In Celiac Disease, an autoimmune condition which is medically diagnosed, eating gluten (a fraction of a protein found in wheat, barley, rye and some other grains) causes the body to react against itself causing damage to the intestinal lining. Continuing to eat gluten once a person knows they have Celiac increases the risk of serious complications including nutritional deficiencies and even perhaps intestinal lymphoma. Gluten sensitivity without a diagnosis of Celiac also exists and may be more prevalent in certain populations (for an example, those with autism).
Approximately 1 in 150 individuals have a known gluten intolerance. In the US, about 1% of the population has Celiac and about 6% have a gluten sensitivity. Furthermore, statistics suggest that the numbers are increasing, perhaps in part due to increased awareness and screening.
In fact, a number of individuals are choosing to be gluten-free despite a lack of medically-determined need. Although eating gluten-free can be nutritious, proof (at least presently) is lacking that this offers health benefits for those who do not have Celiac or known gluten intolerance. Regardless, the demands for gluten-free product variety, availability, nutritional density and tasty choices are significantly building. By need or by choice, product demand has more than doubled in the past 5 years. Price Chopper continues to meet the challenge of wants and needs both proactively and productively.
Autumn is here and new gluten free products continue to be “harvested.” Simply stated, this supports the work I do as a health care provider, a provider who provides education on gluten-free nutrition, identifies delicious choices, and promotes healthy eating. I am confident that Price Chopper supports the initial greeting I give to a new patient which is, “Hello. Thank you for the opportunity I now have to educate you on what you CAN eat!”
Be on the lookout for more gluten-free blogging!
Meanwhile….take care of your nutrition!
Rosh Hashanah is a two-day Jewish Celebration celebrated this year on September 28th through September 30th. In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means, literally, “Head of the Year,” and as its name indicates, it is the beginning of the Jewish year. There are many traditions and rituals that take place during these few days and are important to the Jewish religion. It is customary for observers of this holiday to eat certain foods that are symbolic. An apple dipped in honey symbolizes a desire for a sweet year. And as with every major Jewish holiday, women and girls light candles on each evening of Rosh Hashanah and recite the Jewish blessing Leshanah tovah tikateiv veteichateim, “May you be inscribed and sealed for a good year.”
There are many food items that are used in traditional Jewish meals, many of which can be purchased at Price Chopper! These include, Kedem Grape Juice, Manischewitz Egg Noodles, Osem Honey Cakes, Temp-Tee Cream Cheese, and Tabatchnick Soup. You can find all of these products in our stores at great prices. Also, this week on Facebook we are offering a coupon for Kedem Grape Juice for $2.50. Be sure to check out all of these great deals! We wish all of our customers observing Rosh Hashanah a Happy New Year! Rosh Hashanah is a two-day Jewish Celebration celebrated this year on September 28th through September 30th. In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means, literally, “Head of the Year,” and as its name indicates, it is the beginning of the Jewish year. There are many traditions and rituals that take place during these few days and are important to the Jewish religion. It is customary for observers of this holiday to eat certain foods that are symbolic. An apple dipped in honey symbolizes a desire for a sweet year. And as with every major Jewish holiday, women and girls light candles on each evening of Rosh Hashanah and recite the Jewish blessing Leshanah tovah tikateiv veteichateim, “May you be inscribed and sealed for a good year.”
There are many food items that are used in traditional Jewish meals, many of which can be purchased at Price Chopper! These include, Kedem Grape Juice, Manischewitz Egg Noodles, Osem Honey Cakes, Temp-Tee Cream Cheese, and Tabatchnick Soup. You can find all of these products in our stores at great prices. Also, this week on Facebook we are offering a coupon for Kedem Grape Juice for $2.50. Be sure to check out all of these great deals! We wish all of our customers observing Rosh Hashanah a Happy New Year! 
This football season, Kraft Foods’ Huddle to Fight Hunger, the largest hunger relief effort of its kind, is on a mission to help donate 25 million meals to Feeding America®. Hunger in America is a growing concern. According to Feeding America, more than 49 million Americans live in food insecure households. Kraft Foods is raising the bar on fighting hunger by rallying around three things that Americans are passionate about– food, football, and helping others. Last year, Kraft Foods and its family of iconic brands donated more than 20 million meals, and we are excited to be contributing to the cause!
To celebrate this year’s launch of Huddle to Fight Hunger locally, Kraft Foods and Price Chopper are helping to provide 50,000 meals to Feeding America on behalf of local food banks.* Throughout the duration of the football season, show your support for this program by purchasing Kraft Foods products at Price Chopper. Make sure to check out our Facebook page for some great coupons on Kraft products! Also, the featured items in these game-day recipes and this week’s website coupons are great ways to support this program! Kraft Foods is leveraging the love for America’s favorite brands, including Planters, Oreos, Ritz, Capri Sun, Maxwell House, and Kraft Cheese products by bringing delicious and exciting experiences that will inspire our customers to help support the cause. Be on the lookout for the culmination of the Huddle to Fight Hunger program with the second annual Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl, which takes place at AT&T Park in San Francisco this New Year’s Eve. For each new “Like” on The Kraft Fight Hunger Facebook page, Kraft Foods will donate one meal to Feeding America. Be sure to visit this page to learn more about the program and to help a family in need. *Price Chopper’s 50,000 meals is part of Kraft Foods’ overall goal of providing 25 million meals. The monetary equivalent of meals will be donated. $0.14 equals one meal secured by Feeding America on behalf of local food banks. Here at Price Chopper, we are just beginning to fall in love with fall! This week on our Facebook page, we are offering a coupon for our Central Market Classics Coffee Cake. These cakes come in chocolate chip and cinnamon walnut. Coffee cake is a delicious and easy treat that can be enjoyed as breakfast, an afternoon snack, or an after dinner dessert! Coffee cake is also great because it is enjoyed by all ages and makes a great centerpiece for any family kitchen. This fall season has definitely arrived, and although we are sad to see the summer days go, we are excited for everything that fall brings. Making new friends at school, apple picking, corn mazes and hayrides are all perks of the season. What do you love about the fall?
Take advantage of our coupon for coffee cake this week and start to embrace everything that fall has to offer! Why not indulge in a big slice of coffee cake and catch up on a good book while the kids are at school? Or find a new recipe for apple sauce and test it with your children using fresh and locally grown apples! The possibilities are endless—the fall is a great time of the year to relax and watch the changing foliage. Be sure to check out our Facebook page for great offers—including a chance to win a year’s worth of our Central Market Classics Coffee Cake FREE! As a neighbor to many, if not most of the communities that suffered damages and loss at the hands of Hurricane Irene, Price Chopper is busy working with the American Red Cross to stock shelters and raise funds to assist with the response and recovery. On Monday and yesterday, we partnered with our friends from Albany Broadcasting (FLY 92.3, B95.5, The Magic 100.1, and The Cat (Country) 104.9 to collect food, water, clothes, toys and monetary donations at several of our stores. And yesterday, with our partners at WNYT Channel 13 and the American Red Cross, we launched our well-established ‘Your Help Counts’ pin-up campaign in all of our 128 stores.
Your Help Counts: Irene is a pin-up campaign that accepts donations at every open register at all Price Chopper stores. 100% of the donations made go directly to the American Red Cross to assist those in the local region who need their help. Pin-ups, which will be available throughout the month of September, ‘sell’ for $1 each, but larger donations are welcome and can be made at any level. (Our friends from the Sunrise Rotary in Rotterdam NY sent in a donation for $2,500 today!) Price Chopper has committed to match the first $10,000 donated. Additionally, we are donating $1 to the American Red Cross disaster relief efforts from the sale of every whole fresh-made pizza (whether take & bake or hot for take-out) from now until Labor Day.
With several of our stores located Hurricane-affected areas, we have seen the damage firsthand and are working to help our customers and teammates alike deal with the aftermath. As a provider of food, water, pet food, Rx prescriptions and other vital life needs, we are busy responding to requests from all six states where our stores are located. In the meantime, we send wishes of peace and comfort to all who are struggling and thanks to all who join in the effort to offer assistance. God bless.