Headed to the Fair this weekend? What will you eat?

Friday, August 7, 2009 by Sarah Muntel
It’s State Fair Time in Indiana! What are you going to eat?  Somewhere between the elephant ears, fried twinkies and milk shakes there’s got to be something healthy, right?  This year, they’ve even added chocolate covered bacon!

Did you know…
  • Fried Twinkie = 497 calories and 40 g fat
  • Elephant Ear = 1,070 calories and 61 g fat
  • Corn with Butter = 545 calories and 48 g fat
  • Funnel Cake = 1,340 calories and 56 g fat

Eating healthy at the State Fair takes a lot of planning and a big commitment, but there are options!

Check out the Pork Producers, they offer lean white meat or a pork chop salad. Also, at the Agriculture Horticulture Building salads and fresh fruits are offered. Smith Concessions are selling the “Tomato Bob” which is all fresh veggies on a stick.  They are located on the northwest corner of the West Pavilion.

A good plan is to change your thinking at the State Fair! Eat before you go.  It’s not about the food as much as it is the atmosphere, the exhibits and enjoying a nice day outdoors! 

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