SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 3, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via PRWEB – Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. http://www.freshvending.com[1] (OTC Markets: VEND), the nation’s largest healthy vending machine company, today announced the nationwide launch of the first-ever interactive-digital healthy vending machine, Fresh Healthy Vending Touch (http://thefreshtouch.com[2]). The interactive fully customizable machine boasts a 46-inch 3D touchscreen.
In addition to the features of the original Fresh Healthy Vending machine, (including refrigeration, credit card capability and remote wireless monitoring), the Fresh Healthy Vending Touch features a high-resolution digital camera, social media displays and touch-selection for product categories, 360-degree snack views and nutrition facts; all on its 1080p screen.
“Since 2006, we’ve worked hard and succeeded in leading the healthy vending industry in not only developing and showcasing a healthy snacking machine, but also in spreading a healthy lifestyle across the nation and beyond,” said Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. Founder and VP of Corporate Operations Nick Yates. “Fresh Healthy Vending Touch is ‘Vending 2.0’ with modern technology appealing to and engaging with the customer like never before. With a captivating, yet intuitive user experience, customers of any age are making healthy snacking decisions by choice.”
While showcasing its line of fresh healthy snack options, all of which are vetted by Fresh Healthy Vending International Inc.’s team of product developers, the Fresh Healthy Vending Touch has the customizable capabilities to incorporate targeted advertising, promotional videos, detailed product images and educational tidbits and interactive games and applications tailored exclusively per location or audience.
Each product in the machine has its own packaging design, 3D spin features, “buy me” animations and a detailed list of ingredients and product availability information. The fully customizable sidebar further breaks down each product into customizable categories, such as: Low Fat, Low Sugar, Low Sodium, Soy Free, Gluten Free, Kosher and Diabetic Friendly.
The state-of-the-art machines also feature anonymous facial recognition which allows the machines to capture sales patterns and trends through an understanding of the customers and purchasing histories. The Fresh Healthy Vending Touch machines accept cash, credit cards or NFC payments made on iPhones and Androids through Google Wallet.
“Healthy foods are becoming more prevalent in schools, workplaces and public and private facilities all over the world,” noted Yates. “This machine also allows us the ability to educate the consumer on the benefits of health and wellness at the point of purchase, something that has never been achieved and something product manufacturers are very excited about.”
Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. currently has more then 1,800 healthy vending machines across the nation and works to secure high foot-traffic locations for franchisees as part of its extensive Franchisee Program.
For more information on the Fresh Healthy Vending Touch, its technology, industry trends or to get a vending machine for your business, please visit http://thefreshtouch.com[3]. For franchising options or more information on Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc., visit http://www.freshvending.com[4].
About Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc.
Convenience meets health with Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. and its pioneered concept of vending machines, stocked with tried-and-tested fresh, healthy snack options. After more than a decade in the industry, the San Diego-based company offers three different types of machines to private and public establishments across the nation. Current products include the Healthy Vending Combo, Healthy Vending Cafe and the brand new Fresh Healthy Vending Touch; the only 46″ 3D interactive touchscreen vending machine.
Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. is an operator and franchisor of healthy vending-related products and services. The company has appointed more than 200 franchisees throughout North America, Puerto Rico and the Bahamas and has dedicated more than $1 million to businesses and schools in grant funding.
Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc.’s stock is traded through the OTC Markets, Ticker Symbol: VEND.
For more information on Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc., the Franchise Program, or to receive a free healthy vending machine in your school or business, visit http://www.freshvending.com[5].
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This article was originally distributed on PRWeb. For the original version including any supplementary images or video, visit http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11191588.htm[6]
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- ^ http://www.freshvending.com (www.globenewswire.com)
- ^ http://thefreshtouch.com (www.globenewswire.com)
- ^ http://thefreshtouch.com (www.globenewswire.com)
- ^ http://www.freshvending.com (www.globenewswire.com)
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What Exactly Is A Healthy Lifestyle And Is It The Same For Everyone? Does a healthy lifestyle depends on a person’s age, religion, etc?
While we aren’t one size fits all, the tenets of a healthy lifestyle are those that we can all follow. It’s hard to go wrong with eating adequate calories composed of healthy foods. Consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and low fat/nonfat dairy is suggested. Monitoring portions sizes and preparing food in a healthy manner is advised. Watch sodium intake as well and limit high sugar/high fat foods. Follow any diets that are recommended by your RD/MD with regard to specific disease states that you may have, such as diabetes, and take any medications as prescribed. Maintain a healthy weight and exercise a minimum of 30 minutes, 5 days per week, if able.
How Can I Keep Up My Healthy Lifestyle Over Easter? I have been trying to keep a healthy lifestyle, build fitness and lose a little fat. But I am surrounded by Easter treats, mum has been baking loads, have Easter eggs from family and my bf wants to get me an Easter egg too. Don’t get me wrong, I love how sweet everyone is being, but all of this will just make me I’ll. What should I do?
If you’d like me to be honest, I think that the healthiest lifestyles include enjoying things. So every now and then, let go of the fact that “something will make me fat” and enjoy it. I think that often as people we give up a large part of living just to stay skinny. I used to be that way, and as much as I told myself it was worth it, it really wasn’t. Enjoy it, and don’t go on a guilt trip over it.
That being said, there are several things you can do to avoid extra treats. Stay away from the kitchen as much as possible, as well as where things are being served. When you get things, get just a small bit. I’ve noticed that with a lot of sweetbreads and cakes and such, a very thin slice takes just as long to eat as a thick one and is usually just as satisfying. If not, you can even get a second (which, sliced thinly enough, is still smaller than the thick slices would be). Another trick I’ve learned is “sharing”–if it is a roll or whatever, just eat half of it and “share” the other half with someone else (maybe someone else who either just wants half, or someone who wants more than one).
Enjoy Easter!
What Are Some Healthy Lifestyle Changes To Make? So I’ve started drinking more water. I drink Green, White, and Chai tea. I also bought the stainless steel water bottle, and I bike for about 20-30 minutes a day. I consider these healthy lifestyle changes. I was wondering if you could provide more suggestions along these lines.
There are 5 elements in a healthy lifestyle.
1. food
2. exercise
3. sleep
4. happiness
5. extra healthy things
1. Food, we don’t really know that much about nutrition, we do know a blanced diet, with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables is good for you. Meat is pretty good, if it is lean and not eaten too often….ideally I might eat meat once or twice a week. A good healthy diet can include some indulgences.
2. Exercise, you should do some. Though I don’t recommend routine exercise, cycle 2 or 3 times a week, join a social sports club, eg, tennis, go hiking on weekends, swimming is one of the best exercises for the whole body. If you vary your exercise, then you will enjoy it more and do more.
3. Sleep. A lot of evidence says if you don’t get enough sleep you will have problems, eat more, metabolise your food differently and die young.
4. Be happy, enjoy your life. Drink dance, eat chocolate, but not all day, everyday.
5. Then there are all the little extras. eg, green tea (there is no such things as Chai tea….chai means tea, it is an indian word derived from the chinese word Cha, meaning tea), red wine, brocollie and beetroot, lots of things than can boost your body, ginger, garlice and hundreds of other things that you can add to your diet to make things a little better.
Don’t obsess, don’t live by a book or a routine, just be healthy.
How Will You Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle In The Future? Imagine yourself after college. You’re married with a few kids. You’re gaining a few pounds every now and then. How will you get yourself back on track into a healthy lifestyle?
Minus the after college part, but I have 2 kids and am expecting the third one in a few weeks. We maintain healthy lifestyles by eating nutritious foods, lots of whole grains, fruits, veggies, and milk. We also get a lot of exercise in. Although my kids are still toddlers and I’m big as a house, everyday as a family my husband and I walk with the kids up and down the road, then when we get home my husband stays outside with the kids and plays with them while I get supper fixed. We don’t turn the TV on until after baths, forcing us to get up off the couch. Hopefully that will encourage our kids to maintain healthy lifestyles after they’re all grown up.
How Do You Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle? Please comment on your suggestions to maintain a healthy lifestyle, add any concerns or issues you have concerning you’re healt, and i’ll be happy to educate you further.
I eat healthy – vegetables, fruit, lots of water, minimal sugar consumption, etc.
I don’t smoke.
I don’t drink in excess.
I don’t do drugs.
I exercise at least twice a week.
I try to get enough sleep every night (minimum of 7 hours).
How To Keep A Healthy Lifestyle Up At School? I’ve recently started exercising and eating healthily, in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle, as well as lose weight. I go back to school in September, and I’ve been doing absolutely brilliantly so far. However, I’m definitely a stress eater, and especially with lots of exams coming up this and next year, I’m gonna be more stressed than ever. I don’t want to lose my progress or put all the weight back on. As well as this, I’m worried I won’t have time to work out as I’ll be tired from school in the daytime, so it could get difficult. Does anyone have any tips that could help me maintain what I’m doing for when I go back to school?