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letterfrompublisherWelcome to the premiere issue of Natural
Awakenings of North Texas, our areas new free, green and healthy
lifestyle magazine. Each month well bring you valuable articles by
well-known national and local experts. Together well share
cutting-edge information on health, wellness, fitness, nutrition,
personal growth and environmentally friendly living to help you
im-prove the quality of your life physically, mentally, emotionally
and spiritually. Our timely local news briefs and calendar listings
will alert you to the
best of whats happening in North Texas and also provide the
information that enables you to network with others in our growing
healthy living community. We will strive to make this magazine your
primary go-to resource for local businesses and services that cater
to all things related to a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. What
began as a homegrown newsletter in Naples, Florida, 17 years ago
has now expanded into a growing family of 83 locally owned
magazines reaching more than 3 million readers in communities
across the United States and Puerto Rico. Were thrilled to be able
to bring our own local edition of Natural Awaken-ings to all of the
communities within Denton, Collin, Grayson and Cooke counties. My
wife Martee and I chose to launch this magazine here following my
tran-sition out of corporate America, the result of a downsizing
thats become a bless-ing. For many years my family tolerated a
travel schedule that averaged four days a week. While I focused on
building and maintaining commitments and relation-ships with
national merchants and retail chains across the country, I was
neglect-ing to do the same in my familys own hometown. Its tough to
take a look at your kids as you head out the door and wonder what
they did last week. Through the months of preparation invested in
launching this magazine, we have met inspiriting people and made
many new friends. Were excited to know individuals who act on their
passion for life in vivid ways, like Harry Awad, who started Palios
Pizza Cafes with a focus on offering healthier options to patrons,
and Marisol and Francesco Cardiello of OXXO Care Cleaners, who
treat the planet and their customers with the same consideration
they want for themselves. Our community is filled with such people
of character, and we plan to introduce them all to you over time;
we anticipate that you too will delight in knowing them. A special
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possible without them. We ask that you please consider supporting
them when you shop for needed products and services. According to
the retail analysis firm Civic Economics, 32 percent of every
dollar spent in our community remains in our community when you
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contributions and feedback. Send your news, calendar listings and
local story ideas to [email protected]. Tell us what a healthy
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With warm wishes,
Jim Davis, Publisher
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newsbriefsNew Sun-Tracking Skylights Save Energy
Homeowners and businesses looking to reduce their energy costs
while improving the appearance and quality of light within their
homes and offices have a new option in Cira-light Smart Skylights.
Available through Total
Wind and Solar, the high-tech skylights track the sun throughout
the day, providing an abundant source of free light all day, even
during early, late and seasonal hours. According to Total Wind and
Solar, the skylights significantly reduce energy use and offer a
substantial return on the initial investment; they also qualify for
federal tax incentives and LEED credits. Total Wind and Solar is a
full sales and service company of alternative power and harvesting
systems. Its advisors can help each client maximize the benefits of
the active Ciralight system by visiting each individual location
and providing a detailed evaluation and estimate on the initial
investment and projected future savings. The firm is a division of
Total Residential Roofing and Total Gutter, which are recipients of
the prestigious Consumer Choice Award, and it has offices
throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Area.
For more information or to schedule an onsite analysis, call
866-631-5934 or email [email protected]. See ad,
below.
Java Daves Now Open in Denton
Java Daves Denton, a gourmet coffee and specialty drink
coffeehouse, recently opened at 2416 Lillian Miller Parkway, at the
intersection of I-35 and Loop 288, next to The Bicycle Path. Java
Daves offers fresh roasted coffees, blended and flavored teas,
Italian sodas, fruit smoothies and fresh baked goods in a relaxed,
friendly atmosphere, with free Wi-Fi. The gourmet coffees are
produced from 100 percent Arabica beans that are hand roasted and
flavored using specialized techniques to produce coffees ranging in
color from a light American roast
to their darkest French roasts. Award-winning flavors include
Snickerdelicious and Frangelico Crme.
For more information, call 940-382-8800.
The Cute Little Shop Opens in Frisco
Shoppers seeking the perfect gift for a special person will find
unique ideas at The Cute Little Shop, Friscos newest toy and gift
shop. Located at 3245 West Main Street, the store features classic,
vintage, green and Earth-friendly toys and gifts. Owner Dorine Ad
handpicks each item, looking for durability, practicality,
educational aspects, quality and afford-ability. Determined to make
the shopping experience at The Cute Little Shop a unique and
pleasurable one, Ad knows the story behind each of the toy brands
she carries and is excited to share it with shoppers. Brands
include Ravensburg Toys, EverEarth, Paddywhack Lane, John Hinde and
Enviroblox. In addition to toys that cannot be found in the big
chain stores, The Cute Little Shop features funky gifts for teens
and women, such as fluffy handbags, pic-ture frames, one-of-a-kind
art items and unique books. Guests at the store enjoy free, fresh
popcorn while they shop.
Location: 3245 W Main St., Ste. 225, Frisco 75034. For more
information, call 214-705-0907. See ad, page 15.
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newsbriefsThe Chiropractic Way to Health Now Available
Dr. Todd A. Molski, of Molski Chiropractic, in McKin-ney, has
recently written a book, The Chiropractic Way to Health, that is
now available for purchase at his office or website,
MolskiChiropractic.com. Molski wrote the book to debunk common
myths about chiropractic and help people understand that
chiroprac-tors are natural healers and that chiropractic care is
its own
distinct healthcare system. Offering a step-by-step guide for
people dealing with health issues and seeking overall wellness, the
books topics include 10-minute self-help techniques for get-ting
rid of pain; perfect posture programs; eating well with all-natural
foods to heal digestive problems; curing the common cold; and
taking charge of arthritis and sinus issues. In addition to
publishing his new book and helping patients in his practice,
Molski is a lifestyle educator and speaker. He has also developed a
program called Well-ness Within, that has helped patients lose
weight, balance hormones, get stronger, eliminate pain for good and
achieve an optimal life.
Molski Chiropractic is located at 2709 Virginia Pkwy., Ste. 100.
Mention this article and Natural Awakenings magazine and receive 10
percent off of the purchase of Molskis book; shipping charges apply
to online orders.
Hair Color Studios Opens in Frisco
Hair Color Studios, an innovative salon that offers traditional
salon services with an emphasis on whole health and nutri-tion, is
now open at 9200 Lebanon Road, in Frisco. The studio features a
wine bar with organic wine and fruit-infused water, reflecting the
holistic interests of its co-owners. KP has a passion for beauty,
and Kyle Harmon, a trainer for soldiers stationed in Afghanistan,
focuses on fitness and health.
The co-owners chose the studios location carefully. Its close
proximity to a Sprouts Farmers Market emphasizes their focus on the
whole health of all clients. The studio also features a running
track in the back, where clients can exercise; all-natural INOA
coloring products; and freestanding shampoo bowls that allow
clients to enjoy a more comfortable, ergonomically correct position
when having their hair washed. Hair Color Studios is determined to
offer an open, warm environment for all clients. Harmon says, When
a person sits down in our salon, we want them to come along with us
through the entire process. We dont simply want to whip off the
cape, show them the final product and express our desire to see
them the next time. We want them to understand what we are doing
and why. He notes, Our goal is to impart education, so that our
clients know how to maintain the healthiest of hair, which includes
diet. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call
214-436-4955.
Dr. Todd Molski
New Location for The Quilt Asylum
The Quilt Asylum, a popular spot for quilters to hang out, shop
and get help with their projects, has moved from their university
location to a larger space at 153 South Central Expressway, in
Mc-Kinney. More than double the size of the original location, this
new site features a larger selection of fabrics, dedicated space
and a cut-and-hold area for Block of the Month programs. With more
than 3,000 bolts of 100 percent quilting cottons to cover every
taste, the store features batiks, reproduc-tions and novelty and
juvenile fabrics, as well as fabrics by popular designers including
Kaffe Fassett, Amy Butler, Heather Baily and Sandi Henderson. Owner
Susan Allen says the staff provides an atmosphere of fun and
fellowship, explaining, We have two full-time and 13 part-time
employees, with the purpose of getting to know you, assisting you
with your projects and providing a community where you can come in,
hang out and enjoy the world of quilting! The Quilt Asylum also
offers classes, projects and programs that cater to every skill
level and budget. From beginner to pro, the shop welcomes all ages
and provides payment options such as Blocks of the Month, that
allow quilters to pay as they go, instead of paying for a project
completely up front.
Location: 153 S. Central Expressway, McKinney 75070. For more
info, call 972-562-2686, email Info@TheQuilt Asylum.com or visit
TheQuiltAsylum.com.
News to share?email details to: [email protected]
Submittal deadline is the 10th of the month.
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Aai Berry Gelato Now Available
Paciugo Gelato, in Frisco, is now of-fering a new Aai Berry
flavor, giving customers a delicious way to get some of the
super-nutritious fruit into their diet at only 150 calories per
serving. Dubbed a superfood, because of its high content of
antioxidants and omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids, the small, dark
purple berry is native to the Amazon. According to Paciugo owner
Rick Rickoff, aais availability is on the rise in the U.S., but
many are unsure how to incorporate it into their diets; the gelato
is a tasty way to enjoy the berrys benefits. Paciugos gelatos are
made from all-natural, fresh ingredients, and 32 flavors are
featured daily.
Mention this news brief and Rickoff will top off any gelato
purchase with a free sample of aai berry through January 31.
Location: 8008 State Hwy. 121, Ste. 101. For more info, call
972-712-1121.
NP Care Clinic Now Open
No appointment is necessary at NP Care Clinics new walk-in
health care clinic, on Justin Road, in Lewisville. Located inside
the new Community Care Pharmacy Building, the clinic offers fast,
affordable health care for the entire family. With a
board-certified physician on staff and a focus on providing quality
and cost-effective care, the Family Nurse Practitioners at NP Care
Clinic are clinically trained in providing physical exams,
diagnosis, lab tests and interpretation, minor surgical procedures
and prescriptions, which can be conveniently filled at the
Com-munity Care Pharmacy. The clinic accepts most insurance and
makes referrals to specialists when needed. Traditional,
homeopathic and herbal medications are available.
Location: 1301 Justin Rd., FM 407, Ste. 212, Lewisville 75077.
For additional in-formation, call 972-317-6984, email
[email protected] or visit
NPCareClinicLewisville.com.
Omega Performance Training Opens in Plano
Omega Performance Training is now open on Midway Road, in Plano.
With an organic and holistic approach to wellness and fitness,
Omega is built around a belief in func-tional fitness; a way of
training and exercising that optimizes the movement capabilities
and health of the body, preparing it for the rigors and stress of
life. Founder Eric Hughes, a sports performance coach and
personal trainer, says, Omega was created for functional
fitness, designed to help you move better, feel better, optimize
your weight and perform better, no matter what your performance is.
Omega is offering a 20-for-20 special right now. Hughes explains,
We are of-fering 20 days of unlimited yoga, boot camp and fitness
classes for $20 for first-time guests. No membership is required at
Omega, and there are customizable packages for each individuals
needs.
Location: 3405 Midway Rd., Ste. 690, Plano 75093. For more info,
call 469-298-3322, email [email protected] or visit
OmegaPerformanceTraining.com.
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Palios Pizza Caf Opens New Location
Featuring a casual, home-town atmosphere ideal for a date night,
business meeting or an evening out with friends, Palios Pizza Caf
has opened a new lo-cation at 6405 West Eldora-do Parkway, in the
Eldorado Plaza, in McKinney. Palios specializes in fresh, gourmet
pizzas, salads and pastas. Their pizza crust, which includes a
popular whole wheat option, as well as a thin crust, is made from
scratch. All pizzas are topped with 100 percent real mozzarella
cheese, natural marinara and pizza sauces and fresh gourmet
toppings. In ad-dition to pizza, Palios features farm-fresh salads
and pastas, topped with homemade sauces. For visitors with special
dietary needs, the caf has recently introduced a gluten-free pizza.
The Palios McKinney location includes a private room that will seat
up to 50 people for meetings, birthday parties or family
get-togethers. Covered outdoor dining is available, as well as
online pick-up ordering and delivery.
For more info or to place an order, call 469-952-3000 or visit
PaliosMcKinney.com. See ad, page 19.
Dr. Ramesh Amara Joins Centennial Medical Associates
Centennial Medical Associates has added Dr. Ramesh Amara to
their staff. Board-certified in internal medi-cine, Amara is a
graduate of Osmania Medical College, in Hyberdad, India, and
performed his residency at Coney Island Hospital, in Brooklyn, New
York. He will see patients at the Centennials
Frisco office, on Coit Road. Amara is experienced in treating
and managing many types of illnesses, from asthma and COPD to
infectious diseases, on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. He
works extensively with patients on preventive medicine and takes a
proactive approach to health management. Centennial Medical
Associates maintains the highest ethical and clinical standard of
care, providing exceptional attention and care to every patient.
Amara, along with Dr. Treer and Dr. Ouyang, will continue to accept
new patients and provide new services, while maintaining this high
standard of care for exist-ing patients. Centennial Medical
Associates accepts all major insurance plans. Office hours: 8 a.m.
to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Location: 4401 Coit Rd., Ste. 409, Frisco 75035. For more info
or to schedule an appointment, call 972-377-8695.
Paperhound Inc. Launching New Website
Paperhound Inc., an antique map and print dealer for more than
16 years, is launching a new website in January. Fort, city,
county, region and country maps are available at Paperhound.com,
along with a selection of high-quality religious and biblical
prints. Paperhound Website Manager Walt Edwards explains that the
websites launch is a result of the recent shift in online
purchasing interest. It used to be that most folks would only do
research online, but over the last couple of years, we have been
receiving more requests for e-commerce offerings, which shows that
folks have become comfortable with purchasing original pieces
online. Edwards says that Paperhound Inc. expects a smooth
tran-sition to the world of e-commerce. We have received a lot of
interest and support for our online initiative from existing
customers and individuals that we have met over the last several
years. Since we have maps and engravings from all around the world,
our customer base is global, and they deserve a site that is open
when they have the time to shop and that can ship to any part of
the world. Our website will launch with all of those pieces in
place.
For more info, email [email protected] or visit Paperhound.com
in January. See ad, page 7.
The Salad Stop Now Open in Frisco
With a goal of promot-ing healthy living from the inside out,
The Salad Stop is now open for business in Frisco Bridges North
Shopping Center. The healthy fast-food stop is locally owned and
op-erated by Josh Knowles, and offers visitors the opportunity to
create their own salads and wraps. Open seven days a week, The
Salad Stop supports an overall healthy lifestyle by offering fresh
and nutritional food. Knowles explains, We believe a healthy
lifestyle begins with the food you eat. Whenever possible, The
Salad Stop uses organic, locally grown fruits and vegetables. We
take pride in serving the freshest ingredients prepared from our
kitchen, from our crisp vegetables to hot, homemade soups. He
continues, From our family to yours, we invite you to join us for a
unique dining experience.
Location: 3685 Preston Rd., Ste. 185, Frisco 75034. For more
info, call 972-377-7867, email JoshKnowles@TheSaladStop Texas.com
or visit TheSaladStopTexas.com.
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HealthWorks Offers Comprehensive Healthcare, Naturally
HealthWorks will open the doors of their new Plano facility in
time for the holi-days. A combined effort of Jennifer Taylor and
Christy Por-terfield, doctors of chiroprac-tic, this new healthcare
cen-ter will focus on rejuvenating the body from the inside out.
Regarding the approach at
HealthWorks, Taylor says, We find that many of our patients are
frustrated with their current health problems and wish to avoid the
traditional allopathic model of drugs and surgery. By taking a
holistic approach to each patient and their lifestyle factors, we
are able to affect the cause of their poor health, instead of
simply masking the symptoms. The comprehensive services available
at HealthWorks in-clude medical massage, craniosacral massage, yoga
and move-ment classes, a monthly book club, health coaching,
monthly health workshops, purification programs and support events,
healthy cooking classes, CLEAR scoliosis care and specific up-per
cervical chiropractic care. Readers of Natural Awakenings that
mention the magazine will receive their initial consult, exam and
any necessary films for $27. Hours are 8 a.m. to noon and 2 to 6
p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; and by special appointment
on Tuesdays.
Location: 2317 Coit Rd., Ste. B, Plano 75075. For additional
information, call 972-612-1800 or visit HealthWorksTX.com. See ad,
page 11.
Willow Bend Academy Offers Innovative Treatment
Interactive Metronome (IM) Brain Training is now available for
adults and serious athletes at Wil-low Bend Academy, at their Plano
and Lewisville locations. This in-novative assessment and treatment
tool is used to improve the neurological processes of motor
plan-ning, sequencing and processing. The treatment and assessment
takes place over the course of 15 one-hour sessions. The IM program
provides a structured, goal-oriented pro-cess that challenges the
patient to synchronize a range of hand and foot exercises,
including clapping and tapping, to a precise computer-generated
reference tone heard through headphones. The patient attempts to
match the rhythmic beat with repetitive motor actions. A patented
auditory-visual guidance system provides immediate feedback
measured in milliseconds, along with a score. Willow Bend President
Ed Pilkington says, While Inter-active Metronome is most commonly
used by occupational therapists for rehabilitation in the case of
head injury, it is also a medication-free tool for students to
improve their ability to focus and concentrate and for athletes to
fine-tune their physi-cal timing, thereby improving athletic
performance. Adults can now experience the benefits of this
innovative therapy at Willow Bend Academy, a private school for
students that are gifted and talented, have special scheduling
needs or require additional academic support.
Cost: $110/hour. Two locations: 2220 Coit Rd., Ste 500, Plano
75075; and 101 E. Southwest Pkwy., Ste. 101, Lewisville 75067. For
additional information or to schedule an appointment, call
972-599-7882, email [email protected] or visit
WillowBendAcademy.com.
Dr. JennTaylor
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Flaxseed: a Natural Alternative to Cholesterol Drugs
A new study from Iowa State Universi-tys Nutrition and Wellness
Research Center may give men a way to combat high cholesterol
without drugsif they dont mind sprinkling some flaxseed into their
daily diet. In the study, researchers examined the effects of
eating flaxseed lignans (natural plant chemicals found in
flax-seed) on 90 people diagnosed with high cholesterol. The
results showed that consuming at least 150 milligrams per
day (about three tablespoons) decreased cholesterol in men by
just under 10 per-cent over the three months of the study. They did
not see similar results in women. Suzanne Hendrich, a professor of
food science and human nutrition at the university who led the
study, notes that the flaxseed tablets used in the research are not
available in the United States, but sprinkling ground flaxseed on
cereal and other foods can provide ample cholesterol-lowering
flaxseed lignans. Ground flaxseed will oxidize over time, she says,
possibly affecting its flavor as well as omega-3 content, so keep
it fresh.
Clapping Hands Sharpens the BrainA new study by Ben-Gurion
University of the Negev reveals that hand-clap-ping songs boost the
development of motor and cognitive skills in children ages 6
through 10. We found that children in the first, second and third
grades who sing these [kinds of] songs demonstrate skills absent in
children who dont take part in similar activities, explains Dr.
Idit Sulkin, of the universitys music science lab. We also found
that children who spon-taneously perform hand-clapping songs in the
yard during recess have neater hand-writing, write better and make
fewer spelling errors. Sulkin engaged several elementary school
classrooms in a program of either music appreciation or
hand-clapping songs for 10 weeks. With the hand-clapping group, she
found that Within a very short period of time, the children who
until then hadnt taken part in such activi-ties caught up in their
cognitive abilities to those who did. The childrens teachers
believe that those who participate in such hand-clap-ping songs
also exhibit better social integration.
Got Zinc?
When it comes to healing, boosting immunity and keep-ing our DNA
intact, zinc is a star. A new study published in the Journal of
Leukocyte Biology reports that it may be the basis for future
therapies for fighting infection, because the mineral supports
healthy immune function by increasing activation of specific immune
cells (T cells) capable of destroying viruses and bacteria. Zinc
supplementation, for instance, has been shown to sig-nificantly
reduce the duration and severity of childhood diarrhea and to lower
the incidence and severity of respiratory infections. Furthermore,
according to the Linus Pauling Insti-tute at Oregon State
University, zinc is essential for people of all ages because it
protects against oxidative stress and helps repair DNA. The
institute also reports that zinc deficiency is common in the United
States, especially among the elderly, due to their lower absorption
of the mineral and often inadequate diet. A well-balanced diet that
includes pumpkin seeds, chick peas, almonds, eggs, chicken, turkey,
beef and shellfish such as oysters can supply zinc. Taking a daily
multivitamin containing about eight milligrams of zinc also ensures
that our needs are met.
Additional sources: Federation of American Societies for
Experimental Biology and DietBites.com
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With many new soy foods on the market today, from nuts and beans
to energy bars and pow-dered drinks, choosing those that are most
healthful can be confusing. Soy has received mixed reviews,
even though it has been eaten in Asia for hundreds of
generations without reported adverse effects and is a staple in
vegetarian kitchens worldwide. In its
natural state, the soybean has proved to be high in nutri-tional
value as a non-animal source of essential amino acids,
qualifying it as the only complete plant protein. The
controversy centers on 20th-century isolation of the soybeans
beneficial compounds, isoflavones, that in their natural state have
been found to protect against breast, prostate and colon cancers,
menopausal symptoms, heart disease and osteoporosis. Rather than
use the whole food, the manufactured food industry instead has
added these compounds in isolated form to various products.
Concerns arise because the isolated plant compounds act differently
in the body when they lack the supporting vitamins, minerals and
plant substances present in natural whole soy. Also, their amount
and concentration in manufactured foods tend to exceed what is
present in whole soy foods. To avoid the risk of overexposure to
isolated soy compounds and still reap soys many health benefits,
look for organic, non-GMO (genetically modified or-ganism) whole
soy products. Examples include tofu, tempeh, edamame and whole
canned or frozen soy beans, as well as products produced from whole
soy, such as soy flour, soy milk, miso and soy sauces like tamari
or shoyu.
Source: Research compiled by Monika Rice, who holds a masters
degree in holis-tic nutrition and is a regular contributor to
Natural Awakenings.
A Perspective on Soy
Nutrition for a Healthy Prostate Based on prolific research,
experts generally agree that diet plays a key role in reducing the
risk of prostate cancer. They recommend eating foods low in fat,
keeping portions of meat and dairy small and avoiding highly
processed or char-coaled meats, while loading up on fruits and
vegetables. The kinds of produce identified as having anticancer
properties include tomatoes, papaya, cantaloupe, cauliflower and
broccoli. Drinking green tea also helps, as it contains an active
compound that prevents and curbs the progression of prostate
cancer. In addition, various studies propose vitamin E, zinc and
selenium as aids in reducing the risk of this type of cancer. Plant
oils, nuts and seeds are naturally rich sources of vitamin E. Zinc
is abun-dant in pumpkin seeds and oysters. Brown rice and whole
grains supply selenium.
Sources: American Association for Cancer Research, 2009 and
Wiley-Blackwell, 2009
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by beth davis
According to the Mayo Clinic, 95 percent of the people who go on
weight-loss diets regain all of their lost weight within five
years. Many regain even more weight than they lost. Permanent
weight loss calls for a per-manent change in habits. That doesnt
mean remaining on a weight-loss diet forever, but it does require
choosing foods wisely. Today, more and more people are discovering
the benefits of coconut oil as a way to enjoy many favorite foods
without focusing solely on calories. Early studies focusing on
coco-nut oil indicated that it was high in saturated fats and
therefore unhealthy. However, most of that research was based on
hydrogenated coconut oil, which caused an increase in cholester-ol
levels. We know that hydrogenated fator trans fatshould be avoided.
Unlike these hydrogenated co-conut oils from the past, however,
virgin coconut oil is not hydrogenated and has no cholesterol. It
can only be obtained by using fresh coconut meat, or what is called
non-copra. Recent research published in the American Journal of
Clinical Nutrition (AJCN) and International Journal of Obesity and
Re-lated Metabolic Disorders indicates that this tropical oil may
actually increase metabolism and promote weight loss. Virgin
coconut oil contains me-dium-chain fatty acids (MCFA), also called
medium-chain triglycerides (MCT). These MCTs consist of lauric
acid, capric acid and caprylic acid. Ac-cording to the Journal of
Food Science, MCT oil has an effective energy value of only 6.8
calories per gram, in compari-son to the 9 calories per gram
supplied by other fats. Coconut oil has at least 2.56 percent fewer
calories per gram of fat than long-chain fatty acids. This means
that by substituting coconut oil in place of other oils, the
calorie intake is less, thereby promoting weight loss. A dietary
fat that helps take weight off, rather than putting it on, is a
hard concept to grasp, but it appears to be
Weight-Loss Benefits of Coconut Oil
what happens with coconut oil, as long as calories in excess of
the bodys needs are not consumed. It has also been shown to reduce
food cravings. By providing a dose of healthy fat, coconut oil
helps make an individual feel full. Studies show that the body
di-gests MCTs more easily than other fats; when eaten, they are
metabolized by the liver and converted into a source of energy.
Coconut oil, with its high level of MCTs, is not stored in the body
as fat and helps boost metabolism. In an AJCN study, patients lost
weight when they included MCTs in their diet. Research published in
the International Journal of Obesity and Related Meta-bolic
Disorders found that the MCTs in coconut oil increased fat burning
and calorie expenditure in obese men, and also led to diminished
fat storage. An-other study in the same journal found that
consumption of coconut oil fats over the course of 27 days
increased both fat burning and calorie expendi-ture in women, as
well. Research reported in the medical journals Lipids,
Pharmaceutical Biology and Annual Review of Biochemistry, among
others, indicates that coconut oil has been found to help normalize
blood lipids and protect against dam-age to the liver from alcohol
and other toxins; it may play a role in preventing kidney and gall
bladder diseases, and is associated with improved blood sugar and
insulin control. It may also facili-tate mineral absorption,
important for healthy teeth and bones, and can also help improve
the condition and appear-ance of the scalp, hair and skin when
ingested or applied topically.
Coconut oil is available at Market Street stores throughout the
Dallas/Fort Worth area. Market Street combines traditional grocery
items with specialty, whole-health and gourmet products. A Living
Well Specialist is available to assist customers. For stores and
locations or additional info, visit MarketStreetUnited.com. See ad,
page 33.
s Derived from meat from only the freshest, organically grown
coconuts.
s Produced using the same methods Philippine farmers have used
for centuries.
s Great for low carbohydrate diets. s Can be used in place of
butter. Enjoy in cooking, frying,
baking or in smoothies.
s 100% vegetarian, non-GMO, not hydrogenated, refi ned, bleached
or deodorized.
s Available in 16 oz. and 32 oz. jars.
Living Foods Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 100% Organic
Try samples at North Texas Area Market Street Stores
in January 2011
thanks to Jennifer at the colony dentist for submitting this
helpful tip:
Bring your own reusable food storage containers with you when
you go out to eat. This way, if you have food left over that you
want to bring home, you dont have to use the polystyrene containers
many restaurants provide. Theyre light-weight and easy-to-carry and
keep food and liquid very fresh. Its helpful to the environment and
a nice reminder to the restaurant that they should be offering
recyclable containers for take home.
If you have a helpful hint to submit, email us at:
[email protected] and title your submission Reader Tips.
the nature of Polystyrene
Given the nature of polystyrene, its surprising that such an
energy in-tensive, oil sucking and toxic substance is allowed to be
use as packaging for food; particularly for items such as meat,
where the food has direct con-tact. Nearly two dozen cities in the
U.S. have banned the use of polystyrene for this purpose. Packaging
and products containing polystyrene can usually be identified by a
recycling triangle logo with the number 6 inside it stamped on the
item. Its likely to be a very long time before the use of
polystyrene is totally discon-tinued, and while we can try to buy
products that dont utilize the stuff, we need to deal with the
styrofoam that winds up in our hands, instead of send-ing it
straight to landfill. A pound of polystyrene recycled is a pound of
new polystyrene that doesnt have to be created. Currently in the
U.S. expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam packaging is being recycled at
a rate of approximately 10-12 percent each year.
Source:
greenlivingtips.com/arti-cles/218/1/Recycling-styrofoam.html.Keeping
polystyrene out of the waste stream.
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News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work
together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits
all.
globalbriefs
Kindergarten CrisisWhy Children Need to Play in SchoolTime for
play in most public kindergartens has dwindled to the vanishing
point, replaced by lengthy lessons and standardized testing,
ac-cording to three recent studies released by the nonprofit
Alliance for Childhood. This group of advocates for children
reports that classic play materials have largely disappeared from
the 268 full-day conventional classrooms studied. Authors of the
research hail from the Uni-versity of California, Los Angeles, Long
Island University and Sarah Lawrence College, in New York. In
sounding the warning about the potential intellectual, social and
physical repercussions of this widespread educational policy on
childhood development, they also point to the academic success
associated with play-based schooling in other countries. Students
in China and Japan, often heralded for their aptitudes in science,
technology, engineering and math, enjoy a play-based experiential
approach to school until second grade. Children in Finland, who
dont begin formal schooling until age 6, consistently achieve the
highest score on international exams.
For more information visit AllianceForChildhood.org.
Report CardStudents Like to Pick Green Colleges
In The Princeton Reviews latest College Hopes & Worries
Survey, 68 percent of students said they value having information
about a colleges commitment to the environ-ment. From a pool of
almost 700 U.S. colleges and universities, the organization
identified the countrys 371 exemplary green colleges of 2010 (up
from 286 in 2009). Key criteria include a healthy and sustainable
quality of life on campus, preparation for employment in a world
facing environmental challenges and overall commitment to
environmental issues.
Fifteen institutions made the 2010 honor roll. The role models
setting the stan-dard are in Arizona, California, Colorado,
Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, Massachu-setts, New Hampshire, New
York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Washington. The Sustainable
Endowments Institute, too, offers its College Sustainability Report
Card. This in-depth eco-profile for 332 colleges in the United
States and Canada also evaluates how each profiled institution
invests its endowment assets. The site allows viewers to instantly
compare selected schools in nine categories. In 2010, the group
recognized 80 extraordinarily green schools and saluted 26 as top
of their class in endowment allocation.
Visit PrincetonReview.com/green and GreenReportCard.org.
Transcontinental RunNational Campaign Introduces Naturopathy to
AmericaDoctors, medical stu-dents, patients and other advocates of
naturopathic medicine from 50 states are planning a public
education campaign that will take to the streets July 17, 2011, for
a 3,250-mile run from San Francisco to Bridge-port, Connecticut, by
way of Washing-ton, D.C., and New York City. Former
transcontinental runner and founder of the R.U.N., Dr. Dennis
Godby, intends that the four-month-long event will fa-miliarize
citizens with natural medicine and move them to demand access to
and state licensing of doctors of natural medicine.
For event details visit TheRun.org.
Water BubbleTwo Reports Project Fresh Water Scarcity by 2030
A recent report by the World Economic Forum warns that half the
worlds population will be affected by water shortages within 20
years. Unsustainable conditions are headed toward what the
researchers term, water bankruptcy, that could incite a crisis
greater than the current global financial downturn. Crops and
people are in danger, as geopoliti-cal conflicts are expected to
rise due to dwindling water resources. During the 20th century,
world population increased fourfold, but the amount of fresh water
that it used increased nine times over. Already, 2.8 billion people
live in areas of high water stress, according to the analysis. A
con-curring UN World Water Development Report adds that shortages
are already beginning to constrain economic growth in areas as
diverse as California, China, Australia, India and Indonesia. The
As-sociated Press reports that the pivotal Ogallala Aquifer, in
Americas Great Plains breadbasket, stretching from South Dakota to
North Texas, continues to be drained at alarming rates, while the
natural recharge rate is considered negligible.
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communityspotlight
by beth davis
After immigrating to the United States in 1979 from the West
Bank, Harry Awad counted pennies just to buy eggs and onions. While
attending college, he worked as a dishwasher at a large Holiday Inn
to support his wife and new baby. Free time was scarce and money
was tight, but he worked hard and over time, earned promotions that
moved him from dishwasher to cook to direc-tor and eventually,
general manager of the hotel. Awad spent 15 years with the hotel,
garnering knowledge and train-ing in customer service, quality
control and food safety that would serve him well in his next
endeavorPalios Pizza Caf. The inspiration for a pizza caf began to
develop as Awad experi-mented with recipes he created, based on
ingredients and menus he knew would please the pickiest of pizza
connoisseurs. He remained focused on the freshest ingredients and
the highest quality products he could offer, believ-ing customers
would recognize the difference. Even the name he chose is
uniqueit comes from Palio di Siena, a horse race in Italy that,
according to Awad, is one of the most exciting spec-tacles in the
world. Twice a year, the citys neighborhoods hold a horse race
around the town square in honor of the Virgin Mary. It is a joyous
celebra-tion that patrons eagerly await. The town square is packed,
and the streets are filled with banners and flags, says Awad. Its a
beautiful and pride-ful event that brings the community together. I
thought it fitting for the name of my restaurant. After borrowing
money from a friend, Awad opened the first Palios Pizza Caf in
January 2002. The 1,400-square-foot caf seats 37 people, with a
cozy atmosphere that allows patrons to see the entire restaurant,
including the kitchen. I knew if I could open a place that looks
good, has the right at-mosphere and offers great food at great
prices, it would be a success, he says. He was right. The first
Palios was a hit from the day it opened, and the franchise has been
going strong ever since. The Dallas/Ft. Worth area alone has 19
locations, each one hand-picked by Awad. Plans are in place to open
more throughout the state.
Palios Pizza Caf Awad credits the restaurants suc-cess to his
approach to customer ser-vice and his commitment to using fresh,
high-quality ingredients. His pizza starts with fresh dough, made
from scratch every day, thats topped with a to-mato sauce that uses
a special blend of herbs and spices. We use the freshest
vegetables, meats, cheeses, herbs and spices, 100 percent
mozzarella cheese, sun-dried cranberries, baby spinach, ground
beef, chicken breast, Canadian bacon and of course, pepperoni, he
explains. Fresh salads, sandwiches, Ital-ian pastas and side dishes
complete the menu. Awad also has gone the extra mile to provide
something for everyone, including healthier options such as a
popular whole-wheat crust. He recently added gluten-free items for
those suf-fering from wheat allergies, including pizza and pasta,
with desserts on the horizon. We dont want families to not come
here because someone has an allergy, he explains. We are a
neigh-borhood restaurant and as such, we are committed to providing
alternatives without sacrificing flavor, so that each and every
person enjoys their dining experience. He says there is always
demand for good food and good service, and Palios provides both. It
is a BYOB (bring your own bottle) establishment, adding to its
neighborhood feeling. Awad encourages patrons to come as they are,
whether in a business suit or shorts. Comfort is a priority, one
that he embraces himself; after years of wearing suits and ties, he
gave them all away. Now, he wears shorts every day. Through all his
success, Awad says he will never forget where he came from and what
the U.S. has provided for him. There are so many opportu-nities in
this country, he notes. You can be anything you want to be, if you
work hard and work smart.
Palios Pizza Cafs corporate office is located at 120 North
Preston Rd., in Prosper. For more information, call 972-347-3343.
See store locations in the ad on page 19.
Harry Awad
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greencommunityspotlight
by robert dean
When Francesco and Marisol Cardiello heard about an eco-friendly
dry cleaning franchise, OXXO Care Cleaners (pro-nounced ox-o), they
knew they had to find out more. Marisol says she had al-ways been
curious about the traditional dry-cleaning processin particular,
how the clothes actually got clean, and if the chemicals used had a
negative impact on the body. The two took a trip to Florida to see
the franchise in person and fell in love with the process and the
personalized customer service they witnessed. Now they are
celebrating the grand opening of their own OXXO Care Cleaners in
Frisco, which uses a dry-cleaning process called GreenEarth
Cleaning. For decades, customers and dry-cleaners had no real
choice but to clean clothes with harsh, petrochemical solvents.
GreenEarth replaces the petro-leum-based solvents used in
traditional dry-cleaning with pure liquid silicone, which is in
essence, liquefied sand. The silicone is clear, odorless, gentle
and allergen-free. Francesco says the liquid silicone sweeps the
dirt away from fabrics and leaves no dry-cleaning smell. The best
part, he says, is that it does so without
OXXO Care Cleaners:an eco-Friendly alternative
damaging the materials fibers, leaving fabrics looking better,
feeling better and lasting longer. Every item is personally
inspected after its been cleaned. We check for stains and overall
cleanliness, explains Marisol. If it doesnt pass inspection, we
clean it again. Once it has passed inspection, every item is
pressed by hand. It is a task that takes many hours, but its a
service the Cardiellos are unwilling to compromise. No matter
whether its a $10 shirt or a $100 shirt, clients care about it and
want it to last, says Marisol. We realize customers have a choice
and theyve chosen us. Therefore, we do not compromise on quality
care or quality customer service. According to GreenEarth President
Tim Maxwell, GreenEarth is so safe that the EPA doesnt even
regulate it. In contrast, the petroleum-based solvents that
traditional dry-cleaners use are heavily regulated, because they
can be hazardous to both the Earth and people when not handled
properly. He says perchloroethylene, or PERC, the solvent used by
most dry-cleaners, has been classified by the EPA as a toxic air
con-taminant, a hazardous substance that is likely carcinogenic and
one of the
top four contaminants found in drink-ing water. PERC can
irritate the skin, eyes, nose and throat when inhaled or touched.
California has recently banned its use, and other states have
proposed similar legislation. For the Cardiellos, being
eco-friendly goes beyond cleaning clothes. All of their bags are
biodegradable and designed to disintegrate within two years.
Hangers are recycled, and be-cause they dont use a boiler room,
like many dry-cleaners, they use less energy. An automated
retrieval system allows customers to pick up their clothes any time
of day, any day of the week. Like an ATM machine for your clothes,
laughs Francesco. You can even drop off through our convenient drop
box. As people become more aware of the environment, Marisol and
Frances-co are proud to provide a service that helps people
understand what green is and what eco-friendly choices are
available. We want our children and our grandchildren to have the
same planet we have.
Location: 5110 Eldorado Pkwy., in Fris-co. For more info call
214-705-7739 or visit OXXOusa.com. See ad, page 9.
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by elizabeth daniels
As we enter a new year, plenty of people are resolving to get
fit, run a marathon or lose 25 pounds. Although these are admirable
goals, aiming somewhat lower, at a closer and more specific target,
may be the best way to get results. Bill Stender, also known as the
Frisco Fitness Guy, knows a thing or two about achieving goals. As
a professional personal trainer certi-fied by the Cooper Institute
of Dallas, Stender combines his experience as a state champion
wrestler, competitive triathlete, marathoner, skilled adventure
racer, coach and eight-year Marine veteran to help his clients
attain their fitness objectives. He says one of the biggest
mistakes people make when beginning a new fitness regime is trying
to do too much at one time. If you try to run five miles your first
time out, you are going to be so sore the next few days that you
arent going to be eager to do it again, he says. It is important to
remember that your body didnt get like that in five days, so its
going to take more than five days to get it back in shape. Stender
says the key to success is all about changing old habits and
creat-ing new ones. Having trained people in all age groups,
including those in their 40s, 50s and 60s, he emphasizes that its
never too late for anyone to start. Here, he shares his
three-phase
philosophy for getting off the couch, creating new routines and
sticking with them.
Phase oneGet moving. Whether its going to the gym or taking a
walk around the block, make that time an integral part of the day,
Stender says. If a person misses three to four days of training,
the body goes into shutdown mode, making it more difficult to get
back into the habit. The most important part about Phase One is
taking it slow. He says the hardest thing about the gym is getting
there. If you work too hard and pay for it the next day, the
motivation is lost. Stender recommends starting with 10 minutes on
the treadmill or a similar activity to get the body to wake up, and
then gradually increase to 20 minutes over time. He gradually
introduces weight training with light weights to help build muscle,
which burns more calories than fat. Phase One is also the time to
start watching the diet. Dont eat less, but dont eat more, notes
Stender. It is about taking it one step at a time. He says one way
to do this is by paying attention to fat grams. One fat gram equals
nine calories. If a food has more than nine grams of fat, put it
down. Plan to spend approximately four weeks in Phase One before
moving on to the next phase.
Changing HabitsBILL STENDER OFFERS THE KEYS TO ACHIEVING FITNESS
SUCCESS
Phase twoPhase One is about creating new hab-its: getting to the
gym and watching ca-loric intake. Phase Two continues these habits,
but its more aggressive. This phase goes on for four to eight
weeks, depending on the individual. At this time, heart-rate
training should be more intense, moving up to 45 minutes. Stender
says he does a lot of treadmill training by altering the speed and
incline. Some clients walk while carrying weights to help build
muscle while also burning calories. This also is the time to take
more responsibility for nutrition by keeping a food diary. Stender
says that writing down what they eat helps clients wake up mentally
and become more aware of what they are putting into their bodies.
By the end of Phase Two, Stender expects clients to be able to run
two to four miles, nonstop, or perform other comparable
cardiovascular exercise, and to be capable of moderate weight
training. When they started, most clients doubted that their body
could do what theyre actually able to do by the end of Phase II, he
says. They are surprised, encouraged and motivated to go further.
At this point, he will plan something to look forward to, a goal to
achieve.
Phase threeThis is where the training really be-gins in order to
achieve the new goal planned in Phase Two. For Stenders clients,
this often involves training for a 5k or 10k run, or even a
marathon, triathlon or adventure race. He says no matter what the
goal, all instruction is positive, motivating and appropriate for
everyone, from be-ginners to experienced athletes. Most of all, it
is centered on each individuals goals and aspirations. Letting go
of old habits and starting slow but steady is the key to success,
he comments. Phase Three is truly never ending. It is now a way of
life, a new goal, a new habit: living a healthy, fit life that
started simply by getting off the couch.
For more information or to contact the Frisco Fitness Guy, call
214-436-4636 or visit FriscoFitnessGuy.com.
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by river Journey
Most farms that raise grass-fed beef are small, family-run
operations, tucked away in communities that support a more natu-ral
lifestyle than the cities from which they hope to attract
customers. Many of these farms have been raising grass-fed beef
cattle not because it has become the fashionable or most economical
way to raise beef, but because its the best approach for producing
healthy, tasty beef for the local market in a re-sponsible,
sustainable fashion. Free-ranging cattle thrive on grass with very
little, if any, supplemental hay. Attempts are made to raise calm,
contented cows in a stress-free envi-ronment, enabling healthy
calves and docile cows to maintain a body con-dition and
temperament that equates to tender, better beef. Allowing the
animals to graze openly restores fertility and organic balance to
the soil, creat-ing a cycle of nutritional health that ultimately
has an effect on the environ-ment and the consumer.
Grass-Fed BeefThe Best Approach for Flavor, Health and
Sustainability
With more than 200 breeds of cattle, the choice of beef cow
varies with the farm and its mission. Devon, Maine-Anjou and
European breeds such as Criollo are some of the more commonly
raised breeds, due to their docile temperament, which can lead to
higher gains and fewer problems from stress. These breeds are
inherently fertile, can handle varying climates and are known to
produce some of the fin-est beef. No matter the breed raised, one
of the most important keys to success is to raise happy cattle that
graze in native pastures, feeding on fresh grass, supple-mented
with high quality hay. Beef pro-duction in open pastures mirrors
what nature intended, resulting in geneti-cally superior cattle and
tender meat. There is no need for growth hormones, antibiotics or
feedlots. This type of beef has been proven in consumer tests
con-ducted by Pennsylvania State Univer-sity to equal the taste of
grain-finished (moved from a forage diet to feedlot
before processing), USDA-Choice beef. Additionally, beef from
grass-fed cattle is additive-free, nutritious and offers numerous
health benefits, as reported in a 2009 Clemson University
study:
Omega-3 fatty acids that are found in the green leaves of plants
are not present in corn grain. Grass-fed beef has up to 10 times
the level of omega-3s compared to grain-fed. Many doc-tors believe
diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce the risk of heart
disease.
Vitamin E is present in higher con-centrations in grass-fed
versus grain-fed beef. Meat from grain-fed animals that do not
receive Vitamin E injections generally contains four times less of
the vitamin than meat from grass-fed cattle. In fact, even when
feedlot cattle have been injected with Vitamin E, the beef from
grass-fed animals, which receive
grandview ranchers Favor grass
At the Burgundy Pasture Beef Ranch in Grandview, Texas, Jon and
Wendy Taggart are forward thinkers in raising beef in the most
sustain-able fashion. From a sustainability standpoint, my husband
does not believe in feeding hay, says Wendy. We leave some pastures
un-grazed in the summer, so we have stand-ing hay that the cows
will eat for roughage, along with the green cool season grasses. No
need to spend fuel and machinery to cut it, wrap it up, move it,
store it and then take it back out to them. We feel its just more
sustainable.
Eat Wild for Peace of MindPasture-raised products have fewer
disease-causing bacteria. Recently, Aus-tralians discovered that
pasture-raised cattle have a reduced risk of carrying
campylobactera type of bacteria found in 58 percent of feedlot
cattle, versus 2 percent of pasture-raised animals.
Eating grass-fed beef lowers the risk of E. coli
infection.Studies have shown that grass-fed animals have far fewer
of the bacteria than grain-fed animals do; furthermore, the small
amount of E. coli they do have is much less likely to survive the
natural acidity in the human digestive tractthe first line of
defense against infectious diseases.
The bad E. coli persists in the barn, but not on a
pasture.Recent research in Sweden showed that after testing
positive for a deadly strain of E. coli, calves that were taken to
pasture for several months showed no sign of the bacteria later on.
This has not proven true with barn-raised calves.
Source: EatWild.com
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greenliving
A crackling fire in the fireplace feels warm and cozy, but
traditional wood-burning is a major energy waste. According to the
U.S. Department of Energy, a blazing hearth sends as much as 24,000
cubic feet of air per hour up the chimney, along with about 90
percent of the heat produced by the fire and some of the heat
produced by the homes furnace. Fireplaces also generate a lot of
air pollution. Wood smoke contains carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides
and fine particulates that can aggravate asthma, allergies and
other health conditions. Several options are available for
upgrading the family fireplace, both energy- and pollution-wise,
without sacrificing coziness:
n Wood stoves. Units certified by the U.S. Environmental
Protection
Agency (EPA) generate only two to five grams of particulate
matter per hour of operation, compared with 40 to 60 grams per hour
from a conventional fireplace. Current units operate at 80 percent
efficiencysimilar to other home heating sources. They come as
either a freestanding model or a unit that inserts into an existing
fireplace; many come with blowers to direct heated air into the
living space.
n Pellet stoves. Instead of wood logs, these stoves burn small
pellets made from compressed wood and other plant waste, and
produce so little pollution that they do not require EPA
certification. Pellet stoves do require electricity to feed pellets
into the com-bustion chamber (about 100 kilowatt-hours per month
under normal usage), so they will not work during a power outage,
unless powered by a separate generator. Like wood stoves,
pellet
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no supplements, still contains twice the levels of Vitamin
E.
Beta-carotene levels are four to six times higher in grass-fed
beef than in conventional, corn-fed beef.
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is three to five times higher in
grass-fed versus grain-fed beef. Grass-fed beef and milk from
grass-fed dairy cows are the richest known sources of CLA,
considered a good fat and a potent defense against cancer.
Unsaturated fats are favorably proportioned to less healthy
saturated fats in grass-fed beef. Grain fed cattle have very low
levels of omega-3 and much higher levels of omega-6, versus
grass-fed beef having 60 percent more omega-3 content and a much
more favorable omega-6-to-omega-3 ratio.
American consumers appreciation for fresh, naturally produced
food is beginning to grow. The convenience of finding organically
grown produce and meats has spurred sales of products that years
ago were difficult to find.
For more information about the health benefits of grass-fed
beef, visit EatWild.com or TallGrassBeef.com.
Local Resources for Grass-Fed Beef
To support and purchase grass-fed beef in the North Texas area,
visit these farms or buy directly from them online:
Burgundy Pasture
BeefGrandview817-866-2247BurgundyPastureBeef.com
The Greer FarmDaingerfield903-645-3232GreerFarm.com
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stoves are available as freestanding units or fireplace
inserts.
n Gas fireplace inserts. Natural gasor propane-fueled inserts
offer the warmth and ambiance of a fire without the need to load
wood or pellets or dispose of ash. Gas inserts are up to 80 percent
efficient and generate low levels of pollution.
Other options also exist for enhanc-ing the operation of an
existing fireplace and preventing excessive heat loss:
n Tempered glass doors. Installation of airtight hearth doors
enables the fam-ily to keep both the doors and flue shut when the
fireplace is not in use.
n Heat-air exchange system. This
Stay cozyand greenby following these suggestions for wintertime
warmth.
n Stay informed: The Environmental Protec-tion Agency (EPA) is a
comprehensive source of information and advice on the
cleaner-burning wood stoves and fireplaces (epa.gov/wood-stoves)
and their efficient and safe operation
(epa.gov/woodstoves/ef-ficiently.html).
n Shop eco-friendly firelogs: A recent EPA study comparing
emis-sions from real logs and brand-name artificial logs found that
the firelogs emitted about 75 percent less carbon monoxide, 80
percent fewer particu-lates and lower chemical emissions than real
wood. They also proved more efficient, with a heat content of
12,620 to 15,190 BTUs per pound, compared to oak, which burns at
around 8,300 BTUs per pound. Several companies manufacture firelogs
made of recycled biomass products like wood sawdust, ground
nutshells and coffee grounds. All are
improvement blows warm air back into the room, minus the
smoke.
n Caulking air leaks. Provides a low-cost barrier to keep air
from escaping from around the fireplace doors, flue and
chimney.
n Lowering the thermostat. A good rule of thumb is to keep the
house between 50 and 55 degrees when the fireplace is in use, and
shut doors lead-ing into the room.
n Cracking open a window near the fireplace. Creates a healthier
experi-ence by increasing fresh air flow and minimizing smoke
inhalation.
Source: Adapted from Union of Concerned Scientists
(ucsusa.org).
low-emission alterna-tives to cordwood. Some logs even pro-duce
a natural crack-ling sound, without throwing sparks. Two to
investi-gate: Pine Mountain Brands Java-Log
firelogs divert 12 million pounds of coffee grounds from
landfills each year and feature recycled packaging
(PineMountainBrands.com); Du-raflames firelogs have a 30-year track
record creating heat from renewable resources (Duraflame.com).
n Follow instructions: For wood stoves and fireplace inserts,
use only firelogs made from 100 percent com-pressed sawdust (no
wax). Wax and biomass logs are intended only for open hearth
fireplaces. Never add an artificial log to a natural wood fire that
is already burning, as it could flare up. Dont poke burning
artificial logs because they could flare up; this also keeps any
flaming wax from clinging to the poker and then dripping onto the
floor.
Source: Adapted from EPA.gov.
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CurvySkinny?OR
design the perfect new Years fi tness plan for your
bodymind typeby david-dorian ross
Occasionally, if we are lucky, we experience extraordinary
moments when we see ourselves as we could be, struck by a sense of
connection to the universe. Psychologist Abraham Maslow called
these peak experiences. Psychologist Mihaly Csik-szentmihalyi calls
them flow states. Psychotherapist Thomas Moore called them soul.
Whatever you call them, something remarkable happens in these
moments. In my first Tai chi class, I was dropped unexpectedly into
one of these moments. And when I began teaching this martial art, I
assumed everyone would want to experience the same thing. Why,
then, didnt more people sign up for my classes? Were they in such
denial about what their lives were missing? Then one day I asked
myself, Is Tai chi really for everyone?
Many people have asked wellness life coach and Tai chi expert
David-Dorian Ross this question.
His answer is always the same:
The one youll do again tomorrow.
Whats the best workout for me?
Find out which workouts will most likely satisfy you physically,
emotionally, intellectually and
soulfully, based on your unique psycho-physio pro le.
Find out which workouts will most likely satisfy you physically,
emotionally, intellectually and
soulfully, based on your unique psycho-physio pro le.
Find out which workouts will most likely satisfy you physically,
emotionally, intellectually and
soulfully, based on your unique psycho-physio pro le.
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The -Season BodyMind Types
Spring | The Lion | The Warrior SpiritPsycho-physio profile:
Typical fitness club member/trainer; good competitive athlete;
large-boned mesomorph (naturally muscular and able to shed weight);
strong musculature Intrinsic motivator: Achievement/action
Most compatible workouts: Conventional, highly physical or
active exercise
Springs are the quintessential go-getters. Their number one
intrinsic moti-vator is their initiative and drive for achievement.
Springs are mavericks, pioneers, adventurers and entrepreneurstake
charge people. Springs have a strong mental component to their
temperament and like to think they have logical reasons for
everything they doalthough deci-sions are just as likely to be
based on emotion and instinct. They are competitive and impatient;
others may sometimes interpret this as being pushy or controlling.
Springs love conventional strength/cardio workouts, which satisfy
their need for stimulation and a sense of achievement. Their best
intrinsic mo-tivator toward regular exercise is a sense of
competitionif only against themselves. Springs tend to lose focus
or get distracted by the next challenge that comes along. So, while
Springs are the least likely to enjoy Tai chi, the practice can
help them stay in tune with their bodys signals, balanc-ing their
tendency to ignore their intuition and even physical warnings like
pain. It also can help them stick with an exercise routine through
its depth, both of different exercises and principles, which
provide logical reasons to work out.
Summer | The Horse | The Free SpiritPsycho-physio profile: Will
try new, fun things; small to medium-boned mesomorph; lean dancers
body Intrinsic motivator: Spontaneity
Most compatible workouts: Hatha yoga, low-impact aerobics,
dance, jazzercise,
Nia, circuit-training, walking, hiking
Summers are spontaneous, fiery, charismatic and dra-matic, but
also intensely loving and empathetic. They
feel emotions strongly, whether their own or anothers. They are
great communicators, the life of the party, and often solve
problems
by talking things out. Summers tend to think of problems in
terms of the people involved and how they are feeling. Some may
view Summers as touchy-feely.
Summers tend to make good athletes, dancers and gymnasts. They
love to have fun, to do activities that involve other people, but
not necessarily with any particular
end result in mind; it is the process that inspires them.
Summers are about more than the goal. They often stick with an
activity because of the people involved, not the
activity itself.
MOST-EFFECTIVE WORKOUT IS RELATIVEHumans experience the world on
all human levels simultane-ouslyphysically, emotionally,
intellectually and spiritually. You and your spouse or friend may
expe-rience the same event in profoundly different ways. Part of
that experience is created by the way youve learned to process
information. Another part is given by the way you are genetically
predisposed to process information. For example, while Tai chi
chuan, the internal soft martial art for health and longevity, is
beneficial to everyone, each individual will experience it
differently, and not everyone will enjoy it. If you arent enjoying
yourself, you probably wont slide into that flow moment that
reveals your soul to your inner eye. I do many thingsI surf, ski,
practice yoga and dance a lot, aware that its not the dance
performed that is important; it is the experience of the dance,
ones appreciation of its depth and meaningits soulfulness. All of
these activities nurture the bodymind. If you steer toward
experiences that are more com-fortable and successful for you,
youll make your efforts to stay fit and healthy irresistibly fun,
and therefore effective. If any given activ-ity doesnt transport
you to an Aha! mo-ment, try something else that will.
KNOW YOUR TYPE, FIND YOUR WORKOUTOne way I help people identify
what fitness/wellness pursuits would be irresistibly fun for them
is through a 5-Season BodyMind Ty-pology. I developed this system
with other experts based on meta-analysis of dozens of different
typologies, including Ayurvedic typing, Chinese 5 Element theory,
Meyers-Briggs and Human Dynamics. It also factors in the truth that
people feel better about exercise when they are successful doing
it. Also, that your body may feel better or more natural in a
workout that most efficiently uses the type of muscle fiber of
which you have the most: fast-twitch fibers, which are especially
good for an-aerobic, strength-type movement; or slow-twitch fibers,
which are most efficient at aerobic, endur-ance-type movement.
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Most people are hybrids, having a primary and secondary body
type.
Workouts like aerobics and jazzercise can draw out the strong
feelings on which Summers thrive. Yet, because pouring out their
own inner energy sends Summers out of balance, they also need
inner-directed or meditative activities to conserve their inner
energy. Group classes in hatha yoga and Tai chi chuan can satisfy
their dual needs for connection and meditation; solo activities
like walking and hiking give Summers the chance to hear their own
soul.
Indian Summer | The Bear | The Nurturing Spirit
Psycho-physio profile: Systematic thinker; down-to-earth;
typically larger-boned endomorph with slower metabolism (gain
weight easily); a curvy female; a male Teddy bear
Intrinsic Motivator: Relationship
Most compatible workouts: Walking, jazzercise, swimming, tennis,
cycling, circuit training
Indian Summers find their identity in terms of a group, whether
it is family, church, occupation or politics. They are patient
listeners, extremely empathetic peace-makers and often have trouble
saying no. Indian Summers know exactly where they are going and are
not likely to swerve from their path. They see things from a
holistic point of view. They take their time gathering information
and once they see the whole picture, act decisively. If Indian
Summers get active upon awakening, they will do well and feel
energetic for the rest of the day. Their sense of group connection
makes them in-terested in just about any activity, as long as they
do it with other people who are important in their lives.
Autumn | The Fox | The ThinkerPsycho-physio profile: Logical and
linear thinker; appears a smart competitor; ectomorphic with faster
metabolism (smaller-boned, slim, with compact musculature and low
fat storage)
Intrinsic motivator: Love of values and personal integrity,
doing the right thing
Most compatible workouts: Tai chi chuan, weight training, hatha
yoga, Pilates, cycling
Autumns are deep thinkers and, while logical and linear, may
also be quick, sharp and witty (vs. the deep, slower thinkers,
Winters). They tend to inter-nalize their emotions or put them to
one side. Others may see them as aloof or unemotional. Autumns feel
their emotions deeply, but keep them in perspective. Because of
their physical body type, their movements, like their thoughts,
tend to be quick, precise and linear. Exercise education often
works well as a motivator for them. Becoming fit, well or healthy
is the right thing to do, for themselves and their family. If they
work with a coach or trainer for the first few weeks, Autumns are
more likely to religiously follow their exercise routine, almost as
if inertia was keeping them from stopping. Yet, Au-tumns have a
high tolerance for discom-fort, and so may ignore pain or other
warning signals and end up overtraining or getting injured.
Workouts to balance this tendency include Tai chi chuan, swimming
and ballroom dancingopportunities to help them get out of their
heads, find calm and have fun.
Winter | The Ox | The Strategist
Psycho-physio profile: Systematic thinker, appears aloof;
endomorphic with strong musculature and may tend toward a slower
metabo-lism (gains weight easily)
Intrinsic motivator: Seeing the big picture
Most compatible workouts: Body building, Ashtanga yoga, martial
arts, cardio-kickboxing, tennis, golf, swimming, Chen-style Tai chi
chuan
Like Indian Summers, Winters see things from a holistic point of
view.
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They take their time gathering infor-mation and once they see
the whole picture, act decisively. Winters are patient listenersnot
necessarily to understand anothers emotions, but to gather
information. Some may perceive the inwardly directed Winter as
aloof, even cyni-cal, but more likely, Winter is simply processing
information and creating strategies for setting and attaining
goals. Winters want to know, What will this workout do for me? How
will it fit in with everything else Im doing? A logical approach to
working out using a systematic schedule is effective for them.
Early mornings make the best times for Winters to exercise.
Especially as they get older, they settle into them-selves, like
bears getting ready for hi-bernation. They need constant, regular
stimulation, change and challenge. Tennis, fencing, swimming and
martial arts all are recommended, as well as the more vigorous
Eastern practices, such as Chen Tai chi and Ashtanga yoga.
David-Dorian Ross is Americas Tai chi champion, whose
competitive performances have won him seven U.S. gold medals and
three World medals. He is the owner of Full Circle Fitness and the
Full Circle Tai Chi Academy, and is the talent behind the book,
Exercising the Soul, award-winning educational DVDs and a PBS
series. Visit DrTaiChi.com.
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consciouseating
(good cholesterol). Consequently, onions are beneficial in
preventing heart disease and stroke.
4. Garlic Known health benefits of garlic are extensive. The
Journal of Nu-tritional Biochemistry reports that garlic inhibits
cardiac artery calcification and reduces the amounts of free
radicals in the bloodstream, helping to reduce plaque deposits in
the arteries. Research by the University of Maryland Medi-cal
Center also attests that garlic contains anti-inflammatory
compounds that help protect against conditions often associ-ated
with aging, like asthma and arthritis.
5. Legumes All types of everyday
legumes are an excellent source of cholesterol-lowering fiber
and
energy-boosting protein and iron. No
one bean has an advantage over the others in providing vital
nutrients. Lentils are high in fiber and, according to a study
published in Nutrition Reviews, help to manage blood sugar. Black
beans are rich in anthocyanidins. Kidney beans, filled with
thiamin, work to improve functioning of neurotrans-mitters
essential for memory, notes the National Institutes on Aging. Green
beans are rich in vitamin K, essential to bone support. Garbanzo
beans provide high amounts of minerals that aid in metabolizing
carbohydrates, fats and proteins and strengthening tooth enamel, as
studied by Dr. Lydia Bazzano, a professor at Tulane University
School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. According to
research by the National Institutes of Health and others,
fiber-rich legumes play an important role in the prevention of
gallstones, increased cardiac health, regulation of blood sugar,
lowered total cholesterol levels (as well as increasing beneficial
HDL cholesterol) and protection from cancers, especially colorectal
cancer.
Todays battle against the effects of aging buzzes with hype
about acai, goji, noni and mangosteen. But what about the foods
most people typically eat? It turns out that many anti-aging foods
can be found in every-day kitchens, and unlike some other
solutions, they can keep us looking and feeling younger and improve
our all-around health without breaking the budget.
1. Oranges Loaded with antioxidants, oranges are al-so packed
with vitamin C, fiber and folate and sig-nificant amounts of
vitamins A and B1, potassium and calcium. According to stud-ies by
the Australian research group CSIRO and others, oranges help boost
immunity, lower cholesterol and reduce free radical damage and
oxida-tive stress.
2. Blueberries One of the most exciting nutritional properties
of blue-berries is their abundance of anti-oxidants called
anthocyanins. Studies
published in the Journal of Neuroscience suggest that these
powerful phytonutrients
neutralize free radical damage, enhance the health of all body
tissues, protect the
cardiovascular system, guard the brain against oxidative stress,
and improve brain
function, including memory.
3. Onions The more pungent the onion, the greater the health
benefits. Studies like those from Cornell University have found
that high onion consumption lowers blood sugar levels and decreases
total cholesterol, while increasing levels of HDL
NATURAL DEFENSETop 10 Whole Foods to Counter Aging
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6. Shiitake Mushrooms These fungi are a good source of iron and
lentinan, a polysac-charide that studies at the Iizuka Institute,
in Japan, suggest activates our immune systems tumor-fighting T
cells.
7. Tomatoes Tomatoes are loaded with healthy vitamins and trace
minerals. They are also a good source of lycopene, which studies
from the American Asso-ciation for Cancer Research have linked to
the protection of DNA from damage, prevention of heart disease and
protec-
tion against cancers, including colorec-tal, breast,
endometrial, lung and
pancreatic types. Tomatoes are also rich with carot-enoids,
which research by the Cochrane Hepato-Bili-ary Group has
associated
with protection from heart disease and cancer, improved
night vision and regulation of blood sugar.
8. Leafy Greens Calorie-for-calorie, greens are among the most
nutrient-packed foods we can eat. Spinach, kale, arugula, Swiss
chard, cabbage, collard greens and watercress are all solid sources
of powerful nutrients. Eating a variety of leafy greens has been
shown by Katherine Tucker, Ph.D., with the Jean Mayer U.S.
Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging
at Tufts University, to help improve bone density (a problem area
when aging), increase night vision, lower blood pressure, boost
energy, increase circulatory health, protect against macular
degen-eration, and work to prevent a variety of cancers.
9. Soy Although soy is a legume, it deserves separate mention,
because of its extensive and well-researched health benefits and
use in a wide range of forms. Soy offers a high
concentration of molybdenum, a trace mineral that plays a
role
in three enzyme systems involved in metabolizing carbs, fats
and
proteins and trypto-phan, an amino acid
essential for growth and
normal metabolism, as well as iron, fiber, phosphorus, omega-3
fatty acids, magnesium, copper, vitamin B2 and potassium.
10. Whole Grains While most Americans know that whole-grain
breads and pastas are healthier than those made with refined white
flour, we might include many grains other than wheat in our diet,
in order to fight the effects of aging. Spelt, for example,
provides riboflavin, which research from the Micronutrient
Information Center with the Linus Pauling Institute shows can
promote healthy skin and good vision. Barley can help with sleep
regulation. Millet can help reduce the risk of a heart attack and
lower blood pressure. With all these examples of truly good eating
right in our own kitchen, there is no reason not to start improving
our diet right now to pave the way for a longer, healthier
life.
Gary Null has written 70 books, booklets and audio CDs on health
and wellness, nutrition and alternative medicine. His syndicated
radio talk show, Natural Living with Gary Null, is the
longest-running continuously airing health program in America, and
now also airs on the Internet. Null owns a di-etary supplement
company and a health foods store in New York City. For more
information visit: GaryNull.com
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healingways
The ancient heal-ing practice of massage therapy is playing an
impor-tant role today in the emerging golden age of complementary
and alternative medicine (CAM). Surprisingly, it remains
comparatively underrepresented in U.S. medical school curricula
while Mas-sage Today reports that Insurance reim-bursement for
mas-sage therapy is at an all-time high. From the time that
Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, introduced the idea
that a physician should be experienced in rubbing, massage therapy
has faded in and out of the traditional medical models of various
cultures. Current practitioners
attribute its staying power to continued awareness of the
inherent healing and therapeutic value of massage, now the leading
form of bodywork in the United States, according to the American
Massage Association. Kneading, tap-ping and stroking, the common
ances-tors of the 100-plus techniques used by todays massage
therapists, have survived two evolu-tionary spirals, but
acceptance of mas-sage as a prominent healing tool has not followed
an uninterrupted ascent. Starting in 1800 BCE, when East Indian
Ayurvedic