NatureSweet® SunBursts™ Stroller Project Serves up Healthy Snacking and Exercise

SAN ANTONIO, July 23 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, San Antonio-based NatureSweet® Tomatoes in partnership with local organizations Stroller Strides and SAMMinistries, hosts the second exercise class of the SunBursts Stroller Project, a two-part program to provide more than 25 families in need with new baby strollers and fun, stroller-based exercise classes. Open to the public, the event will take place at the San Antonio Zoo at 10 a.m.

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In celebration of NatureSweet's new, bite-sized, yellow NatureSweet SunBursts tomato, the company donated 30 yellow strollers to families with SAMMinistries on June 26. As part of the project, Stroller Strides is providing two free stroller-based exercise classes to SAMMinistries families. SAMMinistries families will use their NatureSweet SunBursts strollers at Saturday's exercise class, and other San Antonio residents are invited to bring their strollers and kids to participate as well. Participants will learn how to incorporate their strollers into a robust workout and show their children the importance of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

"Our newest, sweetest tomato yet, NatureSweet SunBursts are a delicious snack—packed with great flavor and a healthy dose of optimism," said Jane Raynandi, brand manager for Desert Glory, producer of NatureSweet tomatoes. "Through this project with SAMMinistries and Stroller Strides, we hope to bring a little sunshine to our community and encourage healthy snacking."

"SAMMinistries recognizes the value of healthy choices and the essential part they play in our overall well-being. So, we are excited to be a partner with NatureSweet SunBursts and Stroller Strides as they enhance the lives of the families we serve," said Navarra Williams, president and CEO of SAMMinistries. "We are thankful for the wonderful gift of the strollers for our families. I know they will be appreciated by our moms and their kids as they work toward a healthier future."

"We're excited to partner with NatureSweet SunBursts to teach new moms the advantages of leading healthy lifestyles by incorporating exercise and healthy eating into their weekly routines," said Lisa DeArmond, owner of North San Antonio Stroller Strides. "These small changes to their exercise and eating habits, including healthy snacking, have a huge impact on their well-being and that of their children."

NatureSweet SunBursts are not only bursting with flavor but are also nutrient-rich and naturally sodium free. In addition to being a good source of vitamin A and dietary fiber, these tomatoes are high in vitamin C. Each serving of NatureSweet SunBursts has only 45 calories, which means a whole package can be enjoyed for about 90 calories. Like all NatureSweet tomatoes, NatureSweet SunBursts are allowed to fully ripen on the vine, producing exceptional flavor and consistent quality year-round so you can always Snack for Joy!™

NatureSweet SunBursts are now available at major grocers throughout Texas. For more information on the SunBursts Stroller Project and NatureSweet SunBursts tomatoes, such as nutrition facts, availability, snacking tips, and more, visit www.facebook.com/SunBurstsTomatoes. Those interested in attending today's event, should arrive at outside the Zoo entrance at 10 a.m.

About NatureSweet

NatureSweet tomatoes are distributed throughout the United States at major grocers, club stores, and foodservice operators. Always vine-ripened, hand-picked, and carefully packaged, NatureSweet tomatoes consistently deliver the best taste with year-round availability. As the number one brand of vine-ripened cherry tomatoes in the United States, NatureSweet's growing operations proudly employ 5,000 associates year-round. For more information about NatureSweet tomatoes, visit www.naturesweettomatoes.com.

SOURCE NatureSweet