MHIM in a few words
August 2012
• Think before you put in
your two cents’ worth
• Not to be missed
Think before you put in your two cents’ worth
Eating at a restaurant is sometimes synonymous with guilt, especially when
you come out bloated, with the feeling of having eaten three meals in one.
It is well known that the quantities of fat, salt and sugar are generally higher
than in meals cooked at home. However, most of us greatly appreciate the
fact of leaving the house to share dinner with family or friends, and are not
willing to deprive ourselves.
In an ideal world, our favorite restaurant would continue to offer dishes as
tasty, but with improved nutritional value. In fact, we are not so far from
this reality; in the fall of 2011 the MELIOR program was launched in Quebec,
a new initiative to increase the nutritional value of foods offered in
restaurants, either by limiting salt , sugar and fat, decreasing portion sizes,
displaying price incentives, offering whole grain products, fruits and
vegetables, nuts or legumes. The restaurant only has to establish its own
commitments in terms of its reality, and conclude its commitment by
signing a customized charter.
Restaurants in the Argenteuil MRC were all invited in June to a presentation
of the program, an initiative made possible through the cooperation of the
Argenteuil MRC, the Argenteuil Health and Social Services Centre, Quebec
en forme Argenteuil and the Société de Développement Commercial du
centre-ville de Lachute. In addition to official recognition, participating
restaurants will receive increased visibility through MELIOR, an enhanced
brand image and credibility. It remains to be seen which will answer the call
first! So discuss it with your favorite restaurant!
For more information: www.progresalimentaire.org/en/
My health in mind● August 2012
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The Mini-Jeux
d’Argenteuil
in images
More than 360 children aged 6 to
12 enjoyed good weather while
discovering new sports on July
12th.
[email protected] ● 450 566-0530 extension 2306
Not to be missed
Argenteuil MRC Mayors golf tournament
On Wednesday, August 22, rally around for a good cause: amateur sport and physical activity in Argenteuil. Come
enjoy a day at the Lachute Golf Club at a cost of $180 (includes brunch, playing golf, cart and dinner).
Dinner only: $60. All proceeds go to the Argenteuil MRC amateur sport and physical activity fund.
Tickets: Michael Dubois at 450 566-0530, Ext. 2305.
"Eat and move against cancer" Conference
As everyone knows someone touched by cancer, we are increasingly interested in the idea of preventing this scourge.
A nutritionist, a kinesiologist and a nurse from the Argenteuil Health and Social Services Centre healthy lifestyle team
invite you, on September 10, 2012, 7 p.m. to a free workshop which will address cancer prevention through healthy
eating, physical activity and stopping smoking.
Location: La Source meeting room, 145 Providence, Lachute. Registration: 450 562-0271.
Registration for fall activities
Pedaling for "funds"
With the return to school coming soon, it is also time for
activities! Check the Lachute Municipal Bulletin, to be
published this month (will be available online at
www.ville.lachute.qc.ca).
Come ride with SamediVélo for the benefit of the
Argenteuil Hospital Foundation on Saturday, September 15.
Distances of 15, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 150 km.
For other municipalities, contact your Town Hall to learn
which activities are being offered; don’t hesitate to ask
if you are eligible for a discount on the Lachute nonresident rate.
Departures at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. from the Saint-André
Elementary School at 1, rue Legault, in Saint-André
d'Argenteuil.
For registration and information: 450 562-3761, Ext. 7224.
Have you missed the last column?
Find it at www.argenteuil.qc.ca
Raymond Carrière and Marc Carrière,
honorary co-chairs of the event
My health in mind ● August 2012
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[email protected] ● 450 566-0530 extension 2306