Jul 06

Health > Food

Summary. If you’re looking for the full flavor of Brer Rabbit Molasses, look no further. Brer Rabbit is one of the original molasses products, and it’s been used for decades. Named after the fabled Brer Rabbit of old, this is one of the most trusted brands. Molasses is valued for it’s numerous nutritional benefits.

Blackstrap molasses has a higher content of nutrients than typical molasses, and it makes an excellent alternative to refined sugar which has virtually no nutritional value.

Beneficial nutrients include calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, and potassium.

We have a wide selection of Brer Rabbit molasses and syrups in our store, including a full flavor Brer Rabbit version.

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Jun 19

Health > Food

Summary. This is a recipe for gourmet vegan organic banana smoothie. The required organic ingredients are listed in the few simple steps below. Products and keywords are linked to Wikipedia or the official manufacturer’s website.

Preparation Instructions. Below are the preparation instructions.

  1. Place two cups of Rice Dream Organic Rice Milk in a blender and add three bananas.
  2. Blend at slow speed to retain small pieces of banana.
  3. While blending, pour in cinnamon and nutmeg.
  4. After blending, store and chill for a short time in the freezer to thicken.
  5. Enjoy!

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Jun 19

Health > Food

Summary. This is a recipe for gourmet vegan organic lima beans. The required organic ingredients are listed in the few simple steps below.

Products and keywords are linked to Wikipedia or the official manufacturer’s website.

Preparation Instructions. Below are the preparation instructions.

  1. Steam lima beans for 15 minutes in steamer.
  2. After cooking in steamer, add Earth Balance Vegan Organic Buttery Spread, and sprinkle some fresh ground sea salt, fresh ground pepper, and garlic powder if desired.
  3. Stir.
  4. Enjoy!

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Jun 19

Health > Food

Summary. This is a recipe for gourmet vegan organic garlic toast. The required organic ingredients are listed in the few simple steps below.

Products and keywords are linked to Wikipedia or the official manufacturer’s website.

Preparation Instructions. Below are the preparation instructions.

  1. Finely chop and dice or thinly slice several cloves of organic garlic.
  2. Sauté garlic pieces on medium low heat using Earth Balance Vegan Organic Buttery Spread. Garlic can be sautéd until golden brown, or crisp. If sautéing thin slices of garlic, then the slices can become like small roasted garlic chips. For variety, thin slices of onion can be added as well.
  3. Toast some Ezekiel 4:9 organic bread and then spread the bread with Earth Balance Vegan Organic Buttery Spread.
  4. Add the sautéd garlic pieces and sprinkle some fresh ground sea salt, fresh ground pepper,  and garlic powder if desired.

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Jun 02

Effective Living | Health

Summary. Oneida has a very nicely crafted cheese spreader made from highly polished and very resilient stainless steel. [Buy Now]

It’s small size, smooth finish, and ergonomic design make it very pleasant to use.

Because it has a 0.1 cm (1/16″) thick dull blade, it is safe to handle.

In addition to being an elegant and artistic addition to the kitchen, the knife can also be used as a letter opener.

The gently tapered handle can also be used for assisted shiatsu or acupressure. It provides just the right combination of focused yet tapering intense pressure where needed. This reduces overuse of the hands and fingers from doing massage. The smooth handle glides easily over clothing, making it a great tool to have at the office for self massage.  [Buy Now]

Oneida… “Bring Life to the Table”

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May 30

Health > Food

Summary. The South West patty from Sunshine Burger is one of the best organic vegan patty products available. The following information is taken from the Sunshine Burger website.

Carol’s farm fresh vegetarian burgers are not meant to be a beef imitation but an excellent flavor sensation of their own. Because Carol’s burgers were so well loved and her family and friends raved about them, Sunshine Burger Company was born. Sunshine Burgers taste great on a bun, in a pocket pita or in a sandwich wrap, add your favorite condiments and veggies. Excellent on the grill or stove top.

Ingredients. The impressive list of ingredients includes.

  • Organic ground raw sun-flower seeds
  • Organic Brown Rice
  • Organic Carrots
  • Organic Black Beans
  • Organic Bell Peppers
  • Organic Cilantro
  • Organic Garlic
  • Organic Jalepeno Peppers
  • Organic Ground Cumin Seeds
  • Organic Onion
  • Sea Salt

Nutritional Values. Below is a nutritional assessment of the product.

Testimonial. Below is a testimonial regarding this product.

“I tried the South West vegan patty from Sunshine Burger and was really impressed with the flavor, ingredients, and nutritional value. If you’re in the Iowa City area, you can get these at The New Pioneer Co-op.” ~ Gregory Johnson

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May 22

Health

Summary. Rice Dream Enriched Organic Rice Milk is what happens when thinking out of of the box leads to drinking out of the box.

Benefits. The enriched organic Rice Dream original rice drink offers many benefits including:

  • Enriched with Vitamins A, B12, D, and Calcium
  • Lactose and Dairy Free
  • 99% Fat Free
  • Certified Organic
  • Soy Free
  • Cholesterol Free
  • 100% Vegetarian
  • Low in Sodium

Availability. The product is widely available in natural food stores such as the New Pioneer Food Co-op and The Bread Garden. You can buy Rice Dream products through our online store, but we encourage you to support your local natural food stores instead.

“Rice Dream is what happens when thinking out of the box leads to drinking out of the box.” ~ Gregory Johnson

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Nov 05

Activism > Environment | Health

20091105th-food-inc-movie-dvd-coverSummary. Food Inc., available on DVD or Blu-ray, is a documentary about the production of food in the United States.

Overview. The movie shares startling facts about the corporate ownership of genetically modified soybeans that represent 80% of the soybeans in the nation. Those who grow these soybeans without authorization, will be prosecuted. Those who speak out against the potential dangers of meat consumption, are also prosecuted. The film also details the political leaders who are regulating the companies they previously worked for.

CommentaryGregory Johnson describes it as, “Muckraking that’s breathtaking. The visuals, graphics. and authenticity are amazing. Not for the faint of heart. An excellent example of documentary that offers discouraging truths, yet hopeful and practical action points people can take to make a difference. What’s most startling is that a company like Monsanto can own the patent to a genetically modified soybean plant, and then prevent anyone from growing it. Presumably this could happen with animals and other life forms. What’s even more disconcerting is that our government is helping defend Monsanto. The agricultural industry also receives substantial government funding. This tax payer funded support of the agriculture industry ends up being a hidden cost we don’t see in the grocery store. This results in nutritious foods being costly while fast food and processed foods are inexpensive. We’re essentially creating a socialist state where we all help fund the meat industry and Mc Donald’s is the one to benefit.”

Official Website. More information is available at FoodIncMovie.com. Below are some excerpts from the website.

Food, Inc. exposes America’s industrialized food system and its effect on our environment, health, economy and workers’ rights. … High calorie, sugar laden processed foods coupled with our sedentary lifestyles is growing our waistlines and contributing to serious health issues like diabetes, heart ailments and cancers. One-third of children and adolescents are overweight or obese. Tell Congress that kids should be served healthy meals, not soda and junk food. … Approximately 10 billion animals (chickens, cattle, hogs, ducks, turkeys, lambs and sheep) are raised and killed in the US annually. Nearly all of them are raised on factory farms under inhumane conditions. These industrial farms are also dangerous for their workers, pollute surrounding communities, are unsafe to our food system and contribute significantly to global warming.

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Jun 04

Health

Ask your doctor if Endangered Species Dark Chocolate with Espresso Beans might be right for you.

endangered species dark chocolate with espresso beans

Summary. Endangered Species has unveiled Dark Chocolate with Espresso Beans.

Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate and Coffee. Members of the world-wide medical community have not been timid about declaring the health impact of dark chocolate and coffee, and they are calling this combination of ingredients nothing short of a cure for cancer, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, headaches, depression, and cavities.

Dark chocolate … lowers high blood pressure, say Dirk Taubert, MD, PhD, and colleagues at the University of Cologne, Germany. Their report appears in the Aug. 27 issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association. [source]

Want a drug that could lower your risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and colon cancer? That could lift your mood and treat headaches? That could lower your risk of cavities? If it sounds too good to be true, think again. Coffee, the much maligned but undoubtedly beloved beverage, just made headlines for possibly cutting the risk of the latest disease epidemic, type 2 diabetes. [source]

“Our study demonstrated impressive enhancement of endothelial function following the acute consumption of dark chocolate and cocoa,” said David L. Katz, MD, MPH, principal investigator of the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center study and director of the Prevention Research Center. “The results are exciting because they show that dark chocolate, a highly-popular treat long associated with pleasure, has health promoting properties as well.” [source]

Health Benefits – Summary. This is a deliciously potent over-the-counter food product that combines dark chocolate infused with espresso beans. Unlike costly pharmaceuticals, this product costs around 50 cents per dosage.

Side Effects and Disclaimer. Ask your doctor if Endangered Species dark chocolate with espresso beans might be right for you. Side effects may include lowered blood pressure, reduced risk of diabetes, reduced instances of headaches, and elevated mood. Contact your physician if you experience happiness, positive attitude, better health, and overall wellness.

Safe Harbor Statement. Actual results may differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements.

Powerful Enough to Fuel a Formula 3 Race Car. Race cars are now being powered by chocolate, such as the WorldFirstRacing.com race car [ iTunes Video | YouTube Video | Business Week | MSNBC ], can reach speeds of over 125 miles per hour. You’ll feel like a Formula 3 race car when you start eating dark chocolate.

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