Just Because It's Organic.....

Just because something is organic, doesn't always mean it is good for you!

There are many foods labeled as organic that are still made with lots of processed foods....all the nutrition is taken out! A rule of thumb while eating or shopping- get as close to WHOLE food as possible! Things with one or few ingredients are best!

Check out this video on arsenic in organic brown rice syrup!

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Diet/arsenic-organics-rice/story?id=15642428

Vitamin D Controversy

GMO foods

Do you know how much of the grocery store is made from genetically modified foods?
Did you know that only the US and Canada do not require GMO to be labeled?
Did you know 93% of soy grown in the US in 2010 was genetically modified?

Read more at this Fast Company article

Dr. Rau on Lyme

Dr. Braid talking about Regulat

See all 9 of Byron's videos on YouTube!

Ways to Beat the Heat!

We have listed some True Wellness favorite ways to cool yourself down during the extreme east coast weather! We would love to hear your favorites as well!

Laloo's Goat Ice Cream
This yummy treat is an Ian and Keli favorite that can be found at Whole Foods!
http://laloos.com/index.php


Santa Cruz Lemonade
This refreshing lemonade comes in a variety of flavors, made with simple organic fruits!
http://www.scojuice.com/products/juices/lemonade


Synergy Kombucha
This is not a drink for the weak palette! Its best to drink ice cold and we prefer the Gingerade flavor!
http://www.synergydrinks.com/

Arnold's Way Smoothies
This raw cafe is close to our office, often frequented in the summer for their green smoothies and other yummy raw treats!
http://www.arnoldsway.com/


Flavored Water
Make your own by adding organic herbs and fruit! Some of our favorites: mint, lemons, lavender, oranges, peaches, cucumbers, etc.

Quinoa!

This diverse grain serves as a tasty side dish but can also carry a meal with the amazing amount of protein it has! It is gluten free and also large in amino acids. Try this great recipes to incorporate quinoa into your diet!

QUINOA with MUSHROOMS, KALE and SWEET POTATOES from Real Simple


Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
10 ounces button mushrooms, quartered
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 bunch kale, stems discarded and leaves torn into 2-inch pieces
3/4 cup dry white wine
kosher salt and black pepper
1/4 cup grated goat Parmesan (1 ounce)



Directions
Place the quinoa and 2 cups water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until water is absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sweet potatoes and mushrooms and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden and beginning to soften, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the kale, wine, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook, tossing often, until the vegetables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve the vegetables over the quinoa and sprinkle with the Parmesan.

BEEF and QUINOA MEATBALLS from WholeFoods



Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
1 pound (95-percent) lean ground beef
3/4 cup cooked quinoa
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1/4 cup grated carrots
1/4 cup grated zucchini
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 egg

Directions

Preheat oven to 500°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil then grease with cooking spray; set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together beef, quinoa, onions, carrots, zucchini, ketchup, garlic, soy sauce, pepper, salt, oregano, thyme and egg until well combined. Shape beef mixture into 16 balls and transfer to prepared baking sheet. Roast until cooked through and golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Serve hot.

(Note: To cook quinoa, bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small pot. Pour in ½ cup quinoa, cover and simmer until water is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside off of the heat for 10 minutes then fluff with a fork. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.)



NUTTY CINNAMON QUINOA from 101Cookbooks

1 cup hemp or goat milk
1 cup water
1 cup quinoa
2 cups fresh blackberries
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted*
4 teaspoons organic agave nectar

Directions
Combine milk, water and quinoa in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. Turn off heat; let stand covered 5 minutes. Stir in blackberries and cinnamon; transfer to four bowls and top with pecans. Drizzle 1 teaspoon agave nectar over each serving.