 Eat Right!
One of the best choices for lunch is a fresh, health-packed salad from our Salad Place. At Ukrop’s Salad Place, you’ll find over sixty great tasting, fresh, high quality choices with the most supreme mix of fresh veggies and fruits, prepared salads like potato and tuna salads and more. It’s never been easier to reach five to nine fruits and vegetables per day. Ukrop’s Salad Place is quick and easy, and it offers healthier alternatives for you! If you want something other than a salad, we have plenty of great choices ranging from ready-made sandwiches and packaged salads.
Packing lunch?
Our Deli offers great choices for sliced meats and cheeses. We carry Boar’s Head Light and Low Sodium items, plus several natural and organic items. Be sure and choose whole grain bread and some produce for your sandwich. The more veggies the better!
Move that Body!
Eating right is only part of it. To truly take care of yourself, you need to exercise. Simple things like walking are good for you and require no special skills or heavy equipment. Walking helps reduce your risk for many health conditions including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, colon cancer, osteoporosis, stress and anxiety. It works for children and adults, and it’s an excellent way to help control weight and improve muscle tone. Just 30 minutes a day, about 5 days a week is all it takes, and it’s easy to fit in. All of our locations carry pedometers to help you track your steps, and many stores even carry various exercise videos and dvds on pilates, yoga, and more. Check out the selections next time you’re in, and hop on the road to fitness!
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Nutrition Counseling
Besides all the nutritious food offerings available at Ukrop's, our Registered Dietitians are waiting to help you meet your personal health and wellness goals. Appointments are $75. Call (804) 340-3005 or (800) 272-9683 to schedule an appointment, but hurry, space is limited.
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At Ukrop's, we pride ourselves on carrying the freshest produce, the best selection of healthy foods including Natural & Organic choices, our own prepared dishes and more.
No matter what kind of dietary goals you may have, we want to help you make healthier choices by carrying the products you're looking for.
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In our aisles you'll find all the latest brands of Natural & Organic foods, dozens of nutrition-packed snacks, whole grain cereals & breads, fortified juices, fiber-rich foods, vitamins & supplements, and all-around great choices for every individual and every kind of diet. Be sure and try Full Circle products. They're great natural and organic items at great prices. |
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In our Bakery , look for breads and freshly-baked good-for-you muffins like our Banana Walnut, Carrot Raisin, Orange Ginger & Mixed Berry made with heart-healthy soy and flax. You'll also find all-natural Baker's Breakfast Cookies which make great wholesome breakfasts or snacks. Ukrop's Premium Sliced Breads are low-fat and trans-fat-free; try the Flax and Oat and Multigrain varieties for delicious and healthier sandwiches! For a lighter and healthier dessert, enjoy our very own Angel Food Cake topped with berries and a dollop of whipped cream. |
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In the Produce Department , you will find the freshest fruits and vegetables with the best taste around, including varieties you won't find in other Super Markets. Remember to eat five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables per day- a bag of apples, fresh strawberries, a banana as a snack. . . there are tons of easy options all in Ukrop's Produce Department. Also check out our fruit trays, veggie trays, tubs of cut watermelon, orange quarters and fruit cups for quick and easy ways to add variety to your family's healthy eating habits. |
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First, we have our all new Ukrop’s All-Natural Beef. This delicious, USDA Choice Beef is tastier and more tender than Ukrop’s beef has ever been. And with the growing concern over added hormones and antibiotics used in the raising of cattle, you’ll be glad to know Ukrop’s All-Natural Beef is always free of these substances.
Raised for us exclusively on smaller family ranches, where good animal husbandry is a part of the tradition and heritage, our beef is always vegetarian fed and humanely raised. These stringent checks and balances also qualify Ukrop’s All-Natural Beef to be USDA Process Verified. High quality, All-Natural Beef at a great price… |
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In our Seafood Department, you'll find a wide variety of seafood, delivered fresh daily by our local supplier. From seasonal specialties to farm-raised fillets and steaks, Ukrop's Own shrimp and more, you'll find the best selection of fresh seafood at Ukrop's. Be sure to eat seafood from Ukrop's at least twice a week to take full advantage of those great health benefits from omega-3s. |
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In our Deli, we carry a wide variety of Boar's Head meats that are officially approved by the American Heart Association. Look for Boar's Head Rare Roast Beef, Lower Sodium Turkey, Lower Sodium Ham, Ovengold Turkey, Classic Chicken, Hickory Chicken, Arostica Chicken, and Salsalito Turkey, all with the American Heart Association's seal of approval. You'll also find a variety reduced-fat and reduced-sodium meats and cheeses in our deli, and anything you choose will be cut just how you like it. |
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In our Salad Place , you'll find over sixty great tasting, fresh, high quality choices with the most supreme mix of fresh veggies, delicious soups and more, making it even easier to reach five to nine fruits and vegetables per day. It's quick, it's easy, and it offers healthier alternatives for you! |
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In our Café, enjoy tasty sandwiches made on fresh breads, fresh cut fruit, freshly-made sushi, light salads like our Light Tuna Salad, Summer Corn and Basil Salad and more. You can always find something that not only tastes good, but also is good for you. And with the multitude of choices all around you, eating better couldn't be easier. |
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Serve it Safe!
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Your family’s health and safety are important to us, and when it comes to food, you can never be too safe. We’ve compiled the following safety guidelines to use when preparing and storing food. Simple steps like washing hands and refrigerating foods take little time, but are so important-- not only for the safety of your food, but also for the quality.
Keep it cold. Your refrigerator temperature should be set at 40°F so that food inside is kept cold enough. A refrigerator thermometer will help. |
Beware of cross-contamination. Cross-contamination is how bacteria spread from one food product or surface to another. This is especially true for raw meat, poultry and seafood. Keep these foods and their juices away from other foods. Food borne illness can also occur when kitchen equipment is not thoroughly washed between uses. Always wash surfaces and cooking equipment (including knives, cutting boards, utensils and counter tops), in hot, soapy water before and after food preparation, as well as between preparation of different food items. If possible, use one cutting board for raw meat products and another for salads and other foods.
Always wash hands with hot, soapy water before and after food preparation, as well as when you’re handling raw animal products such as raw eggs or meat.
Safely dispose of paper towels used to clean up kitchen surfaces. If using cloth towels, wash them often in the hot cycle of the washing machine. Be sure to also dispose of used food packaging in the trash safely away from children and pets.
Store food cautiously. Keep raw meat, poultry and seafood on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator so juices don’t drip onto other foods.
Never thaw or marinate food on the kitchen counter. Thaw in the refrigerator, under cold running water, or in the microwave.
Keep raw and cooked foods separate. Never place cooked food on a plate that previously held raw meat, poultry or seafood.
When cooking in a microwave oven, be sure there are no cold spots in food where bacteria can survive. For best results, cover food, stir and rotate for even cooking.
Cook to proper temperatures. Bacteria thrive in the danger zone: 40°F – 140°F. Always serve perishable foods colder than 40°F or warmer than 140°F.
For meat, use a meat thermometer, which measures the internal temperature of cooked meat and poultry, to make sure that the meat is cooked all the way through.
• Cook roasts and steaks to at least 145°F.
• Cook ground meat to at least 160°F, and never eat ground beef that is still pink inside.
• Cook poultry to 180°F.
• Cook fish until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
• Bring sauces, soups and gravy to a boil when reheating.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly, as refrigeration slows bacterial growth. You should also separate large amounts of food into smaller containers for quicker cooling. Don’t over-stuff the refrigerator, as cold air must circulate to keep food safe.
Though this all may seem like a lot to keep in mind, these steps will become second nature in no time, and they will make all the difference in the world. Keep your food safe for your family’s health and for your own peace of mind.
For further food safety information call Ukrop’s Food Safety & Nutrition Hotline: (804) 340-3005 or (800) 272-9683.
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