St. Ignatius Seniors: Colorful veggies provide nutrients

Vegetables provide potassium, fiber, folate, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Choose a variety of vegetables, which come in a variety of colors. You can find them fresh, frozen, canned, dried or in 100% vegetable juice. 

Potassium helps control blood pressure. Fiber supports digestion and heart health. Folate (Vit B9) helps form red blood cells, supports tissue growth and helps cells work. Vitamin A is important for vision and a healthy immune system. Vitamin C aids in wound healing, skin health and iron absorption. Canned or frozen are just as good as fresh. Try to choose options with little or no added salt. Rinsing canned vegetables under cold water can significantly reduce sodium, according to myplate.gov. 

AARP Smart Driving Course is on March 27 at the center from 1-5 p.m. Call 406-745-4462 to sign up or visit the center. 

Bingo is at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, here at the center. Gentle Yoga is on Wednesday, 1-2:15 p.m. If you are interested, please call Bonnie Kiser at 406-253-0177. Her rate is $65 for five sessions.

Main dishes served at the Center include Sloppy Joes, March 13; corned beef with cabbage, March 17; Indian Tacos w/trimmings, March 18; fish and mac-n-cheese, March 20. 

Everyone is welcome at our meals (young and old). Enjoy a delicious meal and good conversation. If you would like a takeout meal, please call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday, and by 2 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays. Meals are at 12 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, and at 5:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays. Menus for the month are available in the Center's entryway. Our Senior Center is available for rent. If interested, please call or stop by. If you have questions about obtaining Elder Commodities, call or stop by for information and an application.