What’s in
Their Fridge?
Here’s a look at what some of the Valley’s valued doctors, fitness instructors, yogis and nutritionists must have on hand (or ice, rather) at all times.
Angie Fenstermaker
NUTRITIONIST & FITNESS DIRECTOR
ANGIE’S WAY
My diet consists mainly of fish, eggs, green veggies, oatmeal, sweet potatoes, berries, oils and nut butters and a ton of water and teas. Items I must always have on hand include green veggies, eggs, berries and flax. A typical dinner in my household consists of always, a protein source like salmon or a white fish. Or I’ll make a clean version of a meatloaf or grass-fed beef burgers for my family. Most often include a sweet potato or red skinned potatoes and always a veggie or salad. When I’m hungry for a snack, I eat rice cakes with mashed avocado atop and a sprinkle of Himalayan salt, or my homemade peanut butter balls. When I choose to splurge, I eat sushi, followed by something sweet like frozen yogurt with an unhealthy topping. My go-to place to grocery shop is ShopRite—has everything I need, and it’s convenient and never crazy crowded! My favorite spots to dine out in the Valley include: 24 East (sushi), True Blue and Oak Steakhouse
What's Inside
1. Flaxseed oil “Just one tablespoon of flaxseed oil can meet and exceed your daily ALA needs, helping to reduce inflammation in the body, reduce cancer growth and improve your digestive system.”
2. Asparagus
3. Kombucha “I personally only drink Kombucha sparingly, using it to improve my digestion or if I feel a cold coming on. It is more medicinal for me, rather than a daily beverage.”
4. Beet powder “I use beet root powder to help lower levels of triglycerides in the blood, and to improve athletic performance.”
5. Gogii berries
6. Ghee “I use Ghee as my “butter,” as it's full of fat-soluble vitamins and essential fatty acids. ”
7. Raw almonds
Scott Feather
FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
CSS GROUP FITNESS
My diet consists mainly of protein, water, milk, fruits/vegetables and healthy carbs. Items I must always have on hand include chicken, water, eggs, milk and fruit. A typical dinner in my household consists of chicken breast with fresh salsa, broccoli and a sweet potato. When I’m hungry for a snack, I eat an apple, a cup of Greek yogurt or a bowl of bran cereal with strawberries on top. When I choose to splurge, I eat Margherita pizza, steak and potatoes or pasta. My go-to places to grocery shop are Giant or Whole Foods. My favorite spots to dine out in the Valley include Blue, Roma and White Orchids.
What's Inside
1. Milk“I drink milk or chocolate milk mixed with protein powder as my go-to's immediately following a workout, supplying whey protein and sugar to jumpstart the recovery process.”
2. Greek yogurt
3. Berries “I snack on fresh berries and cereal (granola or bran flakes) to supply antioxidants and vitamin C to maximize muscle healing, rebuilding and immunity.”
4. Hummus & Carrots “Carrots and hummus are a healthy go-to, satisfying my need for a crunchy snack.”
5. Chicken breast
6. Apples
Alison Benedetto
CHIROPRACTOR/ HEALTH COACH
LEHIGH VALLEY CHRONIC CARE
My diet consists mainly of vegetables, plant-based fats (avocado/coconut), lean animal protein and fish. Items I must always have on hand include fresh vegetables, avocado, grapefruit, eggs, red cabbage, string cheese, fruit, grilled chicken/turkey. My husband and I batch prep for our family every Sunday, so we cook all of our protein ahead of time and slice all of our raw veggies and fruit so it’s ready to go. We also pre-assemble breakfast and lunches so we don’t have to think about it in the morning. Meal prep is a must in our house so that we can maintain a healthy lifestyle despite a crazy family schedule! A typical dinner in my household consists of some type of lean protein and a heaping side of vegetables—usually broccoli and a spinach-based salad. When I’m hungry for a snack, I eat raw red cabbage... I love it! When I choose to splurge, I eat some kind of nut butter on a piece of 85 percent organic dark chocolate. My go-to places to grocery shop are Giant Supermarket and Wegmans. We belong to Red Earth Farm CSA, where we get all of our fresh veggies and eggs. My favorite spots to dine out in the Valley include Bolete, Melt, Kome and Jumbars Café.
What's Inside
1. Meal-prep breakfast bowls “Our schedule is crazy so we use these breakfast bowls filled with ground turkey or eggs, spinach, sweet potatoes and salsa as a way to get good protein and carbs post gym workout before work.”
2. Grilled chicken, sausage, ground turkey
3. Melon“Full of antioxidants and phytonutrients. Our kids LOVE it and it's an easy way to get beneficial Vitamin C.”
4. Celery
5. String cheese for the kids “Easy to pack in lunches for boost of protein, calcium and Vitamin D.”
6. Hard-boiled eggs “Contain almost every nutrient needed.”
7. Spinach & greens “Extremely nutrient-rich vegetables. High source of iron, calcium, magnesium, B6, B9 and Vitamin C.”
Prabha Sinha
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PRATYUSH SINHA FOUNDATION
My diet consists mainly of lentils, vegetables— stir fried or in curries—rice and kitchen sink salads with fresh juices. Items I must always have on hand include whole milk yogurt, olives and fresh greens. A typical dinner in my household consists of lentils, vegetable curry and rice with a sprout salad. When I’m hungry for a snack, I eat fruit or some slices of good, whole grain bread with either avocado, hummus or nut butters. When I choose to splurge, I eat paneer tikka masala or palak paneer with nan. My go-to places to grocery shop are Wegmans, local farms and Indian Bazaar for Indian groceries. My favorite spots to dine out in the Valley include: Cafe Santosha, Greenmouth Juice Bar and Cafe and Jenny's Kuali.
What's Inside
1. Dark chickpea sprouts
2. Mason jar sprout salads “The fridge contents reflect my desire to eat healthy using live foods: fresh squeezed juices, homemade sprouts and also my palate for Indian tastes.”
3. Fresh greens “I always have fresh greens, nuts and avocados, so I can put salad together in a jiffy.”
4. Vegan chicken salad
5. Vegetables “Lots of veggies, so I can make fried rice or stir fry vegetables in minutes.”
6. Butter “Having grown up in India, where milk products are an essential part of all vegetarians, I try to stay with the best milk products that are in the market. I go for whole milk and yogurt. I don’t believe in the reduced-fat versions.”