Healthy

Simplifying Healthy Choices

As one of the prominent Gallup, New Mexico Vending Companies, we recognize the distinct health and wellness needs of our community—from the healthcare professionals at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital and Gallup Indian Medical Center to the diverse workforce traveling daily across the I-40 corridor and from surrounding Navajo and Zuni reservation communities. Our healthy vending program offers fresh, nutritious snacking options, with machines stocked exclusively with 100% healthy and organic snacks, designed to serve Gallup’s unique mix of essential workers, travelers, and local shoppers throughout neighborhoods like Downtown Gallup, the Coal Avenue commercial district, and along the Highway 491 North employment zones. FitPick® is a distinguished vending and self-pay market program designed to assist employers and consumers in selecting products that adhere to established nutrition standards, particularly valuable in a gateway city where both transient and permanent populations seek convenient access to wholesome choices. Its straightforward guidelines provide clear criteria for calories, fat, sugar, and sodium, making it an ideal choice for both employers and consumers navigating Gallup’s growing emphasis on employee wellness across our healthcare, hospitality, and transportation sectors.

Our membership in NAMA, the leading professional organization for vending companies, enables us to provide our customers with the nationally acclaimed “Fit Pick” healthy vending machine program. This initiative showcases a selection of snacks, beverages, and foods that conform to rigorous standards on calories, fat, sugar, and sodium, helping customers make healthier choices—whether they’re sourcing snacks for busy hospital shifts, retail establishments in the Historic Route 66 corridor, or workforce break rooms serving Gallup’s logistics and transportation hub operations.

FitPick Info

Attractive Labels Simplify Making Informed Decisions

Fitpick Machine

Whether you’re placing healthy vending machines in a Gallup healthcare facility like Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital, outfitting the Coal Avenue commercial district with nutritious options, or serving the steady stream of travelers along the I-40 corridor, FitPick® stands out effortlessly.

Fit Pick® employs eye-catching stickers to mark the vending machine slots filled with Fit Pick® approved snacks, making it easy for visitors to the Gallup Cultural Center, local government workers at the McKinley County Courthouse, and Native American shoppers from surrounding Navajo and Zuni reservation communities to identify healthier choices at a glance. More prominent clings and stickers offer detailed insights into the Fit Pick™ nutritional standards, particularly valuable in a region where residents frequently travel into Gallup for services and may have limited access to nutritional information.

Fit Pick® labels distinguish between two sets of nutritional guidelines. The most popular adult criteria is the 35-10-35 standard (max 35% calories from fat, max 10% from saturated fat, and max 35% product weight from sugar). Additionally, Fit Pick® provides labels for items meeting The Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s Competitive Foods Guidelines, ensuring that whether your vending machines operate in the Miyamura area, near trading posts along Route 66, or in downtown Gallup’s hospitality venues, your customers receive consistent, transparent nutrition labeling.

Fit Pick®’s consistent labeling system is recognized across communities, counties, and states nationwide, enabling offices in different Gallup locations—from the healthcare sector to transportation and logistics facilities—to implement the same program seamlessly.

Our aim is to supply straightforward yet crucial nutritional information at the point of sale, empowering Gallup’s diverse workforce and the many visitors who depend on vending machines as a quick meal option while traveling through McKinley County to make healthier snack choices informed by clear, “better for you” guidelines.

Extensive Variety of Healthy Snack Options.

FitPick® transforms healthy snacking in Gallup by clearly marking “better for you” options across nearly 700 approved products, making it simple for the diverse workforce that flows through our community—from healthcare professionals at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital and Gallup Indian Medical Center to the constant stream of travelers along the I-40 corridor and visitors exploring our Route 66 heritage and trading post district. This program removes guesswork from vending machine selection, helping both the local Native American population from surrounding Navajo and Zuni reservation communities and our city’s essential service workers make healthier choices without disruption to their busy schedules. Whether your employees work in hospitality around Downtown Gallup, logistics along the I-40 West corridor, or retail in the Coal Avenue commercial district, FitPick® streamlines the selection and purchase process, ensuring quick, nutritious snacking that fits the pace of Gallup’s active economy.

Health & Wellness Program

The FitPick® program recognizes the importance of functional foods,
acknowledging that snacks are often equivalent to meals.

VendVue is revolutionizing workplace vending across Gallup by dedicating ourselves to comprehensively understanding our clients’ wellness goals and the unique needs of our community. Healthcare employers like Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital and Gallup Indian Medical Center operate around the clock with shift workers and medical staff who need sustained, nutritious fuel throughout their demanding schedules. While traditional vending machines offer up to 45 diverse products, including popular “pleasure foods” like candy bars, chips, and soft drinks, there’s a rising demand for healthier options among Gallup’s workforce—from transportation and logistics professionals along the I-40 corridor to retail workers in the Downtown and Coal Avenue districts. This shift towards health consciousness among consumers and organizations has inspired us to offer tailored solutions that respect both the wellness priorities of our clients and the cultural preferences of the diverse population we serve, including the many Navajo and Zuni community members who work throughout Gallup and prefer nutritious, quality-focused options. We’re delighted to collaborate with our clients through the personalized Fit Pick® program, catering to their wellness requirements with a variety of healthy alternatives that support productivity in Gallup’s growing healthcare, hospitality, and government sectors.

Here are the Top Ten Smart Snacking Tips to keep you energized and satisfied all day:

  1. Regular Snacking: In Gallup’s fast-paced retail and hospitality environment—from the Coal Avenue commercial district to the bustling Route 66 corridor—workers and visitors need consistent energy throughout the day. Refuel your body with snacks several times a day to stay energized and content, especially during long shifts at our healthcare facilities, trading posts, or while managing the steady flow of I-40 travel traffic.
  2. Fiber and Protein Focus: Those working in Gallup’s transportation and logistics sector, as well as visitors traveling through McKinley County, benefit from sustained energy. Opt for cereal or granola bars with protein and fiber for longer-lasting fullness during your workday or road trip.
  3. Healthy Crunch: Whether you’re shopping at a trading post in the Mentmore district, managing inventory at a retail location in downtown Gallup, or passing through on I-40, satisfy mid-day cravings with low-fat, low-calorie options like pretzels or baked chips.
  4. Nutrient-Rich Choices: Gallup’s workforce—including employees from surrounding Navajo and Zuni communities who commute for employment and services—needs quick, accessible nutrition. Choose pre-packaged fruits, vegetables, and salads for their high nutritional value, convenience, and great taste, especially when working near the Red Rock area or during shifts at our major employers.
  5. Protein and Calcium: For a healthy boost that keeps you sharp during your day in Gallup’s diverse job market, grab low-fat milk or yogurt.
  6. Moderate Sweet Treats: Enjoy sweet treats in moderation without completely cutting them out, even as you navigate the active cultural and commercial life of Gallup and the surrounding reservation communities.
  7. Smart Cookie Alternatives: Animal crackers, fig bars, pop tarts, or graham crackers are lower-fat cookie options. Pair them with low-fat milk for added protein during your break at work or while exploring Gallup’s historic districts.
  8. Nuts for Nuts: Pick a pack of peanuts, almonds, or your favorite nuts for a blend of protein and fiber—a perfect grab-and-go choice for Gallup’s transit workers and tourists on the I-40 corridor.
  9. Stay Hydrated: Sometimes thirst is mistaken for hunger, especially in Gallup’s climate and during busy shifts in our healthcare, retail, or hospitality sectors, so keep water close at hand.
  10. Balanced Snacking: Remember, variety, balance, and moderation are key to smart snacking—whether you’re working in downtown Gallup, commuting from the reservation, or exploring our cultural attractions.