Time Magazine article The Real Cost of Cheap Food

This weeks Time Magazine Article is titled The Real Cost Of Cheap Food.

The article makes it so very clear as to what we are doing to ourselves, our animals and our environment by continuing to eat cheap,  conventional food. We are wearing blinders if we continue along our path in the same way without looking around and understanding what we are causing. The question people put to themselves is can I one person make a difference? Yes every single action of each of us truly matters. Please read it, act upon it by at least being conscious or shall we say mindful of what our choices are. Big steps are great, small ones that are sustainable even better, slowly we will change and awaken. Lets start asking where our beef comes from lets ask for organic, natural or grass fed beef at your regular supermarket so the inventory grows. We as communities force changes. Each single one of us. If you are going out for mexican use a chain like Chipotle who is supporting this movement.  Maybe we can't all afford Niman beef but if we ask for grassfed sooner or later we will start the growth of more grassfed product. Another great option of course is to realize no one needs 8 oz of beef with their meal. Have your butcher make 4 oz portions and fill your plate with veggies and grains. Your plate will be beautiful, your body slimmer, your blood pressure and cholesterol lower, and your skin more beautiful as you continously add more colorful fruits and vegetables to your diet. Come on America we can do this!!     xo Ginny

Times are a changing

Today's New York Times has an article on the fact that the two new yankee stadiums have fruit stands. It sells green and red apples, pears, bananas, nectarines, peaches, and pineapple cups.

None of the fruit is local however, rather being brought in from growers in Washington, Cailifornia, Oregon and New Zealand.

 It is a process my friends but definitely a wonderful beginning. Lets push for these changes by helping ourselves. Eat fruit, vegetables, grains, use your animal flesh as condiments and slowly use less and less. Get healthy,  save the planet.  Sounds like a good situation for all.

Have a great weekend.   xo Ginny

The Movement

So interesting how the world of organics and eating healthy  is truly at the forefront of many peoples minds at this point. Every where you look from Wednesdays New York Times article of vacationing on a farm in the Dining Guide to yesterdays Tropical Life article on Vegan baking. The girl featured was a 16 year old high school student. She attends a high school I know and love. She has been vegan and baking since the age of 14...impressive. Her baked goods are now sold in a local bookstore. She is hoping to open her own bakery one day. I know I didn't have her convictions at her age,  hats off to her awareness of our world and health concerns. 

The owner Gaby Larrea  of Peace A" Cake is also quoted,  he and his partner have been selling vegan desserts since February. He went vegan for health, his partner "for health, the environment, everything" (partner is Veronica Menin).  

Pizza Fusion is opening slowly around the country, pizza with local and organic toppings. Lets support our world...support these Mom and Pops leading us into the next movement. It is here, it is smart,  it is mindful, and it is being consciously aware of our place in this beautiful planet we all share.  xo  Ginny

Hinmahtooyah

so shall I tell you about my evening?

Let me start by telling you my all time favorite restaurant is Michael's Genuine Food.  We go there alot. The food is outrageous, local, organic, grass fed, and wild caught. 

 My husband and I always go out one night alone. Rule is no kids,  no friends.  Focus on us. It works for us keeps us in tune with one another. 

When we go to Michael's I always request Hinmahtooyah. To say he is a waiter would be entirely wrong. He is our spiritual advisor for the evening. I hadn't seen him in awhile,  we were away a bit, and truly over the summer when in So. Florida in the summer we hibernate.

In the past though I have told my children about the red hand I would be tattooing on my body when my first grandchild was born if I was in the right place in life.  Hinmahtooyah told me the signifance and to my kids shock I have vowed to have this tattoo done when the next generation entered. The problem was though I told them how important it was to me remembering how I felt when I was told,  I honestly couldn't remember the meaning. Enter tonight. Hinmahtooyah went over it again in detail. It has only made stronger my conviction to wear the red hand one day.  Hinmahtooyah waited til he was fifity to put on the tattoo, because he felt at that point he had all the virtues that one required to wear it. They are courage, wisdom, strength, generosity, and honor. Honor he believes takes the longest because we live amongst humans, the hardest species to understand true honor. 

I learn every time I am in his presence. Tonight he was showing us the spiritual way to hug left

 to left... heart to heart  for the energy and spirit exchange. He also invited me to a meditation session Monday evening. I felt so honored,  better believe I will be there. You never know which person's path we will cross with Hinmahtooyah the honor is all mine. 

And years from now hopefully I will feel within my heart all five of the virtues so I too can wear the red hand.   xo Ginny

New Article in Time Magazine please follow link

http://www.time.com/time/photogallery/0,29307,1917925,00.html

Mi Amo Spa's Tofu Scramble

On one of my round birthdays my husband surprised me and took me to a most magical place. Mi Amo Spa in Sedona, Arizona. 

There is a peace there that is intangible,  you breathe deep and feel so light and relaxed from the moment you set foot on the property. At night the sky is so black and the stars so illuminated. 

The Spa is beautiful with a meditation circle that is exquisite. It is dark and other wordly, mystical. You hold hands with those amongst you strangers who you feel such an intimate bond to.  I looked up for a moment to exalt in being there at that given moment in time...and there is my husband at a tiny viewing window making the goofiest faces. I was so stunned out of my serene state!! Laughter though is probably the best thing for the soul!!

The food there is incredible and here is their recipe...

Tofu Scramble

1tsp sesame or olive oil

4 oz shitake mushrooms stemmed and sliced

2 cups firm tofu crumbled

2 green onions chopped

1/4 cup tahini

1 tsp curry powder

2 TBL tamari sauce

4 TBL alfafa sprouts for garnish

Heat a 10 inch skillet over med heat. Add the oil, when it is hot add the mushrooms. Cook stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are softened but not browned, about 3 minutes.

Stir in the tofu, green onions, tahini and curry powder. Cook for 2 minutes to blend the flavors. Stir in the tamari sauce and remove from the heat. If desired, garnish each serving with 1 TBL of sprouts

Bon apetite!!

The cookbook is called A Journey of Taste   (I highly recommend it)    xo Ginny

Lunch with my son Kevin

Last day for Kevin before orientation tomorrow. I am feeling a bit melancholy... Where did the summer go? For our last summer lunch we went to our favorite,  The Icebox on Lincoln Road. To say I eat there on a regular basis is probably an understatement. Of course we all have our quirks. I always look at the menu and then  order the same thing each time. The menu is perfect, great for clean vegetarian eaters as well as for the mainstream.   I think though that the staff is also a big reason I go. I feel like I am dropping in on friends. Today I walked in and my hair for awhile there was probably looking a bit orange from all the summer sun and there is Jackie mentioning my hair looks darker today. I like going to a place so much they notice when I darkened my hair. (oh the little things in life!) 

Erica ( Jackie's girlfriend and my other favorite)   is so patient,  I always like to discuss the menu going over the options even though we both know what I am going to order. No I don't know them outside Icebox but they feel like good friends just the same. They are part of my world.

 You might think I forgot Kevin in all this ordering but no I was laughing as he points to my kale and cucumbers and asks how is your avocado and lettuce? I keep trying... We had a great lunch but the best part was going home and having my son say thanks mom,  love being with you. What greater joy is there than that. If summer has to end at least it ends with me just wishing for more... not a bad way to live.  xo Ginny

Blueberries...

Blueberries and strawberries are the key to living a long and healthy life. 

As it turns out these 2 fruits particulary blueberries are among natures most powerful antioxidant compounds.  According to a recent laboratory analysis of 40 fruits and vegetables by the US Dept of Agriculture. 

Antioxidants work by neutralizing unstable free radicals - oxygen molecules that can be produced by environmental pollutants as well as the body's own metabolism. It is believed by eating a diet rich in antioxidants it may be possible to prevent cancer, heart disease and other ailments.

They are super vitamins filld with dozens of other disease-preventing substances.

(article courtesy of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)    xo Ginny

Family Dinners

Believe it or not my family doesn't always listen to me. Well actually I guess we could say it is probably a fairly frequent occurence of late.  As the family testerone levels only get to be more of a presence each year. The 4 boys get taller, the muscles and pecs are an ongoing discussion and if you've had dinner at my house you might have witnessed this wild scene that erupts from time to time. The boys start having a discussion on how much they are benching, pressing whatever...in just another moment as there is the break from salad to the main course there are at least two down on the floor doing push ups to see whose form is better. Before you can blink your eyes their shirts are off showing off pecs. It goes on until I either leave the room or better yet start showing my 6 pack. To them that is disgusting that their mother also might possibly have muscles. Dinner resumes...

Interesting as they grow older and care more about their strength they have started to be interested in what foods can help them get stronger and healthier. No longer am I preaching to an empty audience (well sometimes). I know I am getting places when my son came home from a trip with friends and said what he missed most was healthy organic foods.  Progress step by step now if only I could get them to eat brussel sprouts

Fish Oil Rivals Antidepressants in Clinical Trial

This blog is taken from information from the Vital Choices newsletter.

( I recommend everyone check out their site. Incredible organic and wild food items)

Clinical trials are now confirming that omega 3 fish oil decreases and helps with depression.

Fish oil trials were done on participants with major depression, who could not tolerate anti- depressants, who refused them despite medical recommendation or who were not helped by the drugs.  The Fish Oil had overwhelming results. More clinical trials are continuously ongoing all generating very positive results.

On another note people with ADD or ADHD also seem to be helped dramatically by taking fish oils. Their focus seems to be greatly enhanced.  

Supplementation is great (if  you are unsure what dosage or type please contact me for help) as well as eating large amounts of omega 3's. Salmon is the food most people turn to when looking for their omegas but other great sources are are hemp seed and flax seed oil.

Hemp seeds are the only known food that contain the exact ratio of essential fatty acids. (one part omega 3 to three parts omega 6) Flax seeds and flax oil provide therapeutic quantities of omega 3, yet hemp seeds provide a long term stable source of omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9. 

Easiest way to integrate hemp seeds is to add them to your smoothies, protein shakes, yogurt and fruit, or sprinkle over a salad.  Easily available at any health store or Whole Foods. 

xo  Ginny

Jenna's Journey

How does one begin a journey?

This is the story of my niece Jenna, a dynamic 25 year old living in Miami, Florida who lost her way for awhile there.

 Jenna's mom lost her battle to breast cancer and left deep pain, wounds, unresolved issues and mostly a beautiful girl deprived of a woman who loved her deeply but died too young. The pain is deep and for Jenna it was too much to deal with. As with many people  who have had a traumatic life event  Jenna turned to food. It was where she sought comfort. Her weight just kept ballooning,  yet we never talked about it. It was the big white elephant sitting in the room that everyone pretends is not there. 

To be honest it was easiest to say nothing. To pretend all is well...not to delve too deeply. I was just hoping with time and love Jenna would turn her health around on her own. Unfortunately this became too overpowering a battle.

 

watch for Jenna's journey          xo Ginny

  

 

 

Holistic Perceptive on Cancer and Nutrition

Phytochemicals are being studied for the prevention and/or treatment of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and cancer. They also provide protection for suppressing, retarding, even reversing not just illness but also the effects of stressful contemporary living.

The spotlight is on resveratrol, anthocyanin, and quercetin.

Resveratrol has strong evidence backing it that it is a powerful protectant against cancer especially of the GI tract , skin and colon. Supplementation is needed to reach the amounts recommended. It is found in the skins of red grapes and red wine.

Anthocyanin is being studied as an inhibitor of esphagus and colon cancers. Studies are showing that anthocyanin kills human cancer cells while not affecting healthy ones. Food that contains this powerful antioxidant are blackberries, black currants, cherries, eggplants, blue grapes, red cabbage and black rasberries. Again supplementation is needed as well.

Quercetin is a phytochemical, it has been linked to the prevention and treatment of cancer, prostatitis, heart disease, cataracts, allergies, inflammation and respiratory diseases. Foods rich in quercetin include capers, apples, tea, onions, red grapes, citrus fruits, broccoli, cherries, rasberries and cranberries.

In all cases the best way to great health is through our nutrition. We must strive to put these antioxidants into  our systems. Food gives us so much control over our health. 

When you reach for junk food you have lost an opportunity to feed yourself  health, wellbeing and vitality. Think carefully of what you feed yourself.  Supplement to make sure you are proactive against diseases, We should all eat as many colors as possible per day. Eat organically, eat mindfully.   xo Ginny

From Slow Foods

How is it in the middle of the 21st century with all the modern conveniences afforded us we still don't have time to do something everyone had time for in the 20th century...Preparing a good homecooked meal. Yes it takes a little more time than the drive-thru but we must recognize the value of preparing the foods.

The hidden costs of all this cheap food are becoming more and more visible as we witness the bizarre inversion of our spending habits. We spend, on average less than any other country in the world on food as a percentage of income, and more than any other on health care. Maybe we should stop looking at price for a moment and start examining cost.

In America, if we are what we eat, most of us are fast, cheap and easy. We should aspire to be more, and gathering the family around the table is the best way. Get the family involved in the preparation, do it so often that it's no longer an unusual thing in your house. It'll beat the drive-thru every time because it has the best ingredient: love.

xo Ginny

Interesting starting a business

I am going to share my thoughts not about the logistics, problems or joys just the quirks and surprises in dealing with those around me as I am putting this together.
Lets take my four sons to begin. Great kids all, we are blessed; but try as I might to get them to open my website...the excuses you would have thought it was a homework assignment. Of course I don't have to worry about them seeing this blog. Forget that. As a matter of fact I am pretty safe in terms of my husband as well. He of course does not get off so easy. I read them to him each time, though I think I will skip this one. He did decide though that I needed a business manager and he was perfect for the job. I expressed concern and told him he needed a formal interview. My business manager had to be a little bit more of a go with the flow personality. No constraints, no holding me back, and I should be able to lose money first without worrying and just have some fun to get it off the ground. Steve is very organized and likes things in neat order. Now that I want him, not sure whether he is taking the job. Pretty sure I can negotiate this one.
My parents are so excited for me but they are away in North Carolina and keep calling me to let me know there is a problem with the website. The print is too small. I have asked them if they are wearing their glasses, but they believe perhaps it is a problem with their computer. Personally I won't go there especially as the problem seems to be disapating...every morning I open my site to see this sweet woman has signed up for all my classes. Ellie Aibel, my mom. Same message each day...I am so proud of you your ever lovin Mom. Pretty adorable isn't she?

Random thoughts

Saving the anti oxidant blog for the next one. Instead I have some random thoughts I feel like sharing. 

Let me know if you like my e mail blast that you will receive early next week. So excited to see Mindful coming to fruition. I have been talking and living with the thought of opening this business for so long. I always wondered how to bring about my passion of organic living, my yogi spiritual side, my love of cooking and entertaining. It took this year for it to form...My son Michael and I were walking the beach after school early this fall. He seemed to have a lot of free  time the early part of his senior year and I felt honored we hung out a lot. He was talking about his future plans and it hit me at that moment. My identity had always been so caught up in being the mom of my 4 boys. I felt like very shortly within 5 years when Kevin my youngest left I would be obsolete. I really felt empty for awhile there and then Mindful Organics just came to me with a knowledge that this is was I am supposed to be doing. Even the name just came. Mindful Organics...  live your life with mindfulness and also  mindful of what we put in our beautiful systems. It will be a joy to share with you... truly  a privilige.   xo Ginny

A simple question...why organic

Why you wonder am I choosing to ask why organic when my website covers this topic? It is the hot topic of our times the doorway to our health. The importance cannot be said often enough or loud enough. 

Organic fruits and vegetables carry more nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. They are grown without chemical pesticides. They have no growth hormones, or  antibiotics. Organic products cannot contain artificial ingredients. Organic food is so much cleaner that they keep our systems running smoother, our organs do not need to overwork removing toxins. Our weight is easier to maintain when food is digested without distress caused by foreign substances that our beautiful bodies are just not equipped to handle. We gain that glow of radiance, as if the clean pristine way of eating, becomes a badge of honor, that our bodies and skin display. I invite you to a most beautiful way of life. 

xo  Ginny

Dietitians take flexible stance on vegetarianism

The Miami Herald ran an article that I believe makes a good point on moving into a healthier lifestyle. 

The article by Jennifer LaRue Huget gives advice that makes great sense.   It talks about the fact that when people realize how much actual control they have over their own life, including their own health, feeling of well-being, and even the way their skin looks-through their diets, they find vegetarianism very empowering.

It goes on to quote Dawn Jackson Blatner author of the Flexitarian Diet, as giving the advice that meat eaters do not have to go cold turkey: rather they should use meat as a condiment as they do in Asian cultures. Instead of filling half your plate with animal protein  fill it primarily with vegetables and grains. They are mostly made of  fiber which will make you far healthier.

Remember there are so many grains out there to try. Perhaps You might want to buy the cookbook The Splendid Grain. It will show you how to prepare those you are not familiar with yet. 

If you would like more of a teaching lesson I welcome the chance to meet with you and give you a private or group lesson. I am just an e mail away!

xo  Ginny

Nirvana

As I mentioned in my blog yesterday I was so happy to be home to be eating on my own. Actually juiced for breakfast and lunch. Kale, celery, ginger, beets and apple. I would have continued and been very happy except life got in the way. Namely my husband Steve. He is definitely not into juicing for dinner, not sure why he can't,  but it is an absolute not going there for him. Since we didn't have plans and I wanted to skip dinner I was trying my old trick of angling for a movie right at dinner time. He was obstinate tonight and I soon found myself sitting in our favorite spot the Bar at Sardinias. It is our local sexy, cool upscale italian  restaurant where when it is the two of us we sit at the bar for dinner. It is at these barstools that we have the best of conversations. Our friend Katie (who we know from our very frequent visits) always welcomes us with warmth. I have to tell you at that moment it truly felt like we had been roughing it in the Bahamas and couldn't wait to eat our type of food. Fish,  and veggies. Though I feel the stirrings of my vegan side coming forth. It happens that way for me. I realized then that my husband has traveled a long road with me as he continuously said how he missed his clean food. This from my midwestern boy. I guess if you want to eat in my house and you don't cook surrendering might be the best idea. Until the lifestyle enfolds you and nirvana truly becomes sitting at the barstool at Sardinia enjoying the healthy side. Now if only I can get him to Om Garden...

xo  Ginny

Home to my organic life

Hi,

Well we had a fantastic time in Treasure Cay it is in the Abaco chain of islands. Very beautiful, very remote. I look forward to this trip every year. It is my families true down time, with 4 sons, 21 in a couple of weeks, 18, 16 and 15 it is where we truly just hang out. Boat, dive, snorkle and swim what I call the organic simple side of life. There is only one problem with this beautiful picture and it is pretty major for me! I miss my food. You are allowed to take into the Bahamas enough protein to feed your family for the amount of time you are there but no produce of any kind. Well the market situation is pretty dismal, just the local Golden Harvest or 27 miles away a larger supermarket that has a better selection of fruits and vegetables but again not much and nothing organic. Well I must admit and hope the proper authorities don't see this or if they do they forget by next year, I sneak food in, just never enough it seems. I always sweat just a bit as I do this but realize for me it feels like a necessity. An occasional sock gets unfolded only to find an avocado rolling forth, the scene repeats with each garment my family puts on. They groan, I smile with joy...  another fruit or veggie found. I enjoy myself greatly the first couple of days until the supplies of mine start to dwindle and I realize I am not relishing the sight as much as I should, of my sons downing all the grilled asparagus in a contest of who eats it the fastest. The greens start getting wilted, I imagine myself turning a bit orange under my tan from all the carrots and sweet potatoes I seem to have a profusion of.

It is Friday the day we are leaving and I know a new couch is home waiting for me to see, but all I can think about is whole foods can I get there tonight? The aisles of produce are calling to me in all their colors and splendor.    

xo  Ginny

How to begin...

Sometimes one just grows into a new concept or direction without too much conscious thought. Other times it is a conscious decision. 

For me the organic way of life began pretty slowly over a course of time. For my dear friend Stevie life changed pretty quickly with a serious health scare. 

It can also become just part of who you are. My husband, Steve,  is so happy on what he calls his organic Saturdays. Not driving his car anywhere, exercising by biking the causeways, or while he could playing tennis at Flamingo Park. He loves to meet friends for dinner at a restaurant we can walk to. Yes,  a little casual at times as we walk  in,  flip flops in tow. It makes Steve feel he is doing his part to tread a little softer. Is it every Saturday?  I wish I could say it is, but as in many things in life you make adjustments. The boys still need to get to their team practices, and I still am drawn to the organic market in Coconut Grove on Saturdays. 

When it works though...it is a most beautiful Saturday.

 The idea is to head in the organic direction  at ones own pace. Perhaps it is just recognizing that when there are two varieties of Driscoll strawberries reach for the organic one. Perhaps you check out vitalchoice.com for organic wild salmon,  the difference in price will be so worthwhile  as you feel healthier in mind and body.  

(FYI:organic produce begins with a #9,  conventional #4)

xo Ginny

To Supplement or not? Focus today is on Zinc.

First, let me recommend highly a book I constantly refer to.

 The Real Vitamin and Mineral Book.

By Shari Lieberman and Nancy Bruning. 

Supplements are a necessity for staying young and healthy. We don't have to look at the coming years with dread but instead look forward to staying  strong in mind, body, and spirit.  Supplementing allows you to fight diseases that we have  often just come to accept.

 An example of a powerful tool is zinc. This essential mineral is naturally found in every cell of our body. When we supplement with additional  zinc the benefits are enormous, some but not all are... immune system boosting, acceleration of wound healing, promotion of ovulation and fertilization,  prevention of cancer, helps decrease cholesterol deposits leading to less build up in our arteries, great for hair and skin including acne.  (Before you put your teenagers on prescription antibiotics for their troubled skin try zinc) Zinc detoxifies lead, aluminum, mercury and other toxins. In this day and age with all the pesticides in our soil, and mercury in our fish it is important to understand how supplements such as zinc  strenghen us. 

 This is just a highlight on one mineral please watch my blog as I explain all different vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. 

xo  Ginny

 

Are supplements Important?

raw. all or nothing?

I am frequently asked how I feel about the raw food movement.  I feel it’s incredible for one’s health but I also do not believe it has to be an all or nothing decision.  

To be fully raw means you only eat foods that have been heated no higher than 115 degrees Fahrenheit- this is a lofty goal. Maintaining a strictly raw diet can be very difficult  especially when you are on vacation, in social situations, or especially if you have digestion issues.  ‘Rawists’ always seem to have the most beautiful glow to their complexions and but some even develop an orangey glow from heavy carrot juicing!  

I personally try to eat primarily raw for my health as well as the pure enjoyment of it.  It takes a pure belief and understanding of the principals of the raw diet in order to stick with it, but I do feel you can adopt raw eating habits on a regular basis and balance it with ‘normal’ healthy eating habits too. 

Some people have the perception that a raw lifestyle will be an ideal diet. It is not. It can in fact add weight to your frame as a raw diet is often rich in heartier nut-based dishes. Eating raw is a lifestyle not a weight loss solution. (Though for me, the nut smoothies,  raw lasagnas and avocado nori rolls give me a great glow and a few healthy pounds as well!)

Bottom line is this. When you eat raw keep it clean and simple and adopt raw habits into your daily lifestyle and stick with it.  Add specialty dishes to cure food boredom and remember that calories count no matter where they come from.   xo Ginny

mindful organics...the beginning

My Passion for the organic way of life began in a Fridays restaurant about 21 years ago. 

I was pregnant with my firstborn son Scott and was midway through eating a medium rare hamburger with a side of broccoli. The broccoli was for my enjoyment (I have always been a fan of vegetables since I was a young child) however the hamburger- I realized was not for me- it was solely for the protein and iron it would give Scott.

As I continued to reluctantly eat the burger, I decided that that this was going to be my last burger. Ever. Eating red meat was just not for me. I didn’t want to (and don’t) try to preach this to others and it wasn’t so much a conscious decision- it was just an internal understanding....that it just wasn’t okay with the code in which I wanted to live my life.  

As for chicken and turkey- they just never really ever interested my tastebuds. I have always preferred the veggie ‘side dishes’ and of course, fish. I could be described as a wanna be vegan, or a sometime vegetarian, a pescatarian or even a flexitarian...striving to be a locavore....but all are mere ‘titles’.  What I strive to be is internally happy,  balanced and spiritual. 

By taking the organic path- I feel it allows me to be the person I am working to be. Someone who treads here a little softer,  walks a cleaner path both for my own needs and hopefully for all of us sharing our earth. 

As for organics...I began to truly believe in the importance of organic food about 10 years ago after coming home from a 2 week trip to Italy. We all stayed in a farm house, my husband Steve and our 4 sons, and myself. We ate only the produce from the local village. We heartily enjoyed artisan breads, cheeses, wines, fresh fruits and vegetables. We abandoned our rigorous exercise routines for long wandering countryside walks.

When we returned home though we were surprised to find no weight gain, within a day of returning we all developed cramps and severe bloating. Our systems which had been so fulfilled with clean unpolluted foods could not tolerate all the toxins and pesticides added to the foods here. 

I then made a pledge to move into all organic foods. It did not happen over night, but gradually it did- and to this day our household is almost 100% organic including our cleaning products.  I have not had a cold or flu in at least 15 years. I feel extremely vital, strong and youthful. Actually I kind of feel like a kid.