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Local Bunched Beets from Terra Firma Farm
Winters, CA
Locally grown Terra Firma Farm’s bunched beets are here! Located just up the road in Winters, California, Terra Firma Farm is right at home in this community where farming has played a major role for more than 100 years.
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White Lightnin'
At Nugget Markets, white lightning definitely does strike twice with Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries: fresh maraschino cherries packed in 100–proof moonshine, courtesy of Appalachian born and bred Ole Smoky Distillery ...
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You're Lookin' a Little Paleo
Unless you’ve been living in a cave somewhere, you’ve heard all about eating Paleo. Well, hunt and gather no more, as Julian Bakery’s Paleo Almond Bread and Paleo Coconut Bread are in our freezers!
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Tea from A to Z
Book Recomendation
If you’re looking to mind your teas and q’s, this is the book for you! Healing Teas, by Marie Nadine Antol, is a comprehensive look into the world of tea, including its fascinating history, uses, misuses, health benefits, preparation techniques, culture, and brewing applications. From chamomile to garlic, from Essiac to Kombucha, Healing Teas contains a wealth of information (including an herb guide with detailed descriptions) for the tea lover in your life.
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A Drink with Jam and Bread
Health Notes from Dr. Liz
Besides water, tea is by far the world’s most popular beverage. Tea drinking, a common ritual in many countries offering guests a welcome or an afternoon spot of relaxation, is also a good practice for your health. “Tea” tea (green, black, white and oolong—all from the same tropical Camellia sinensis plant) along with herbal teas come from plants, which contain powerful health boosting antioxidant compounds. Here’s a quick run down on tea types and benefits.
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The Good Cooties
Probiotic Goodness
Your digestive system has more going on inside of it than you may realize. There are literally trillions of bacteria that live mostly in the lower parts of your intestines—the colon. These bacteria establish a “city” of sorts with many different “neighborhoods” of friendly (healthy) and non–friendly (harmful) bacteria types. Your immune health depends upon the friendly bacteria out–numbering the non– friendly neighbors. Scientists view the intestinal track as the first line of defense against illness, so maintaining ample friendly bacteria ultimately keeps you well. Stress, poor sleep, sporadic eating or poor dietary choices can each disrupt the balance of friendly versus non–friendly bacteria. Take these simple steps to promote healthy bacteria in your intestines and a strong immune system.
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Flaxible Benefits
Rich in fiber and Omega–3’s, flax seed has been renowned for its myriad of health benefits since ancient times. In fact, the early Greeks and Romans snacked on a handful or two of flaxseeds. Add flaxseed meal to your hot or cold cereal, pancakes, and waffles for a robust nutty flavor, and save the raw whole seeds for when you want to add a little crunch. Try using ground flax seed instead of eggs in baking and cooking. Simply add 1 tablespoon ground flax seed with 3 tablespoons warm water, let sit until a gel forms and use for 1 egg in recipe (pancakes, quick breads).
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Hemp Day
Been experimenting with milk alternatives lately? Consider hemp! Lightly sweetened with brown rice syrup, Pacific All–Natural Hemp Milk (in original and vanilla flavors), is a smooth and creamy addition to your coffee, cereal, or even your favorite recipe.
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The Dating Game
When Colleen Sundlie and her family lived overseas, she discovered a luscious, earthy, sticky–sweet delight known as date syrup which soon became a staple in her home. Once stateside, Colleen (today she’s known as “The Date Lady”) now brings Date Lady pure Date Syrup to our shelves for your enjoyment.