Life in Recovery: Visit These Farmers’ Markets in Philadelphia to Get Outside and Jump Start Your Nutrition
Legacy Healing Center Blog
Healthy Food, Positive People
When you’re struggling with addiction, many aspects of your life may have once mattered to you that no longer have any meaning in your life. While it’s true that your relationships with people may begin to suffer, it’s also true that your overall physical and emotional health could be put into jeopardy.
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When you come to Legacy Healing Center, we will help you reestablish the healthy habits that you may have lost during the time you were in addiction. This will include a structured eating routine and access to a personal trainer if you would like to work out but are unsure of where to start.
As you adjust to life back home, you can take this new understanding of nutrition with you. Visiting farmers’ markets is a great way to purchase the fresh and healthy food that you enjoy while allowing you to connect with people at the market that may give you more insight on the best type of food to buy.
Why Nutrition Is So Important for Recovery
When you make a conscious decision to focus on your nutrition, you are taking a big step toward your overall recovery. When you eat healthy food, you are giving your mind and body the fuel that it needs to work on the steps you need to take to address your addiction.
At Legacy Healing, you will find various delicious and healthy food to eat throughout the day. Once you return back home to Philadelphia, we strongly encourage you to keep these eating habits so that you give yourself the best opportunity to maintain your sobriety.
Try These Amazing Farmer’s Markets
While it’s true that Philadelphia is a city that is always buzzing with some type of activity, certain sections of the city are more rural and quainter. As a result, there are dozens of excellent farmer’s markets throughout Philadelphia.
If you need some suggestions of farmer’s markets to visit in the area, you may want to keep these in mind:
Clark Park Farmers Market
One of the reasons why Philly residents enjoy coming to the Clark Park Farmers Market is because it not only features a great selection of fresh produce but a wide range of beautiful flowers. When you’re in recovery, we recommend that you keep yourself surrounded by beauty so that you can be continuously encouraged and inspired. Picking up some vegetables or fruits and flowers can help you feel better overall at the end of a long day.
4300 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market
Whereas most farmers’ markets are only open one day on the weekend, Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market is open one day during the week and one day on the weekend. Whether you decide to stop by on Saturday or Tuesday is more convenient for you, you can visit Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market any time between 10 AM and 2 PM and purchase a variety of baked goods, produce, or other items that can help to keep you healthy.
1800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Dutch Country Farmers Market
The Dutch Country Farmers Market is a treat to visit. Not only can you buy your fresh produce at this location, but you can also pick up a quick pre-made meal at the end of a long day. This location maintains hours four days a week as early as 8 AM. Whether you decide to indulge in a savory turkey leg or go for a healthy smoothie, you can rest assured that you will find something to suit the taste of every member of your family.
2031 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19149
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Headhouse Farmers’ Market
Customers and critics agree that Headhouse Farmers’ Market is one of the best farmer’s markets in the Philadelphia area. This farmer’s market is slightly non-traditional as it is inside and outside; however, you will not find any shortage of delicious food. Whether you’re interested in buying fruits and vegetables or whether you would like to pick up a homemade dessert or soup, you will certainly not leave Headhouse Farmers’ Market disappointed or empty-handed.
2nd & Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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At Legacy Healing Center, we provide you with the opportunity to put together a treatment plan that will suit your recovery needs. We understand that each of our clients is different, and we go above and beyond to ensure that you get the care and attention you need during this transitional time in your life. When you are ready to learn more about our treatment options, please call us at 888.534.2295 to start the enrollment process. We look forward to hearing from you.