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SU M M E R 2014

In life, it’s easy to become desensitized to how valuable certain things truly are.

Maybe you don’t realize how much you’re always. on. your. cell. phone. Maybe you’ve looked at the lush green landscape outside your window so many times you no longer see the beauty staring back.

And maybe, just maybe, you no longer see and appreciate the place you call home: Alabama.

PUBLISHER JTL Publishing EDITOR Jenny Enslen Stubbs WEB EDITOR Jennifer Stewart Kornegay

I think it’s safe to say the “in” thing these days is to be negative. Negativity and sarcasm surrounds us. It’s everywhere! (So let me open your eyes for a moment.)

ART DIRECTION Erika Tracy PROOFREADER

Did you know an internationally recognized impact crater over 83 million years old can be found in Wetumpka? About half of the peanuts grown in the US are harvested within 100 miles of Dothan?

Alabama is the only state with all major natural resources needed to create iron and steel? Our state is known as “The Land of a Thousand Waterfalls” because of all the magnificent falls tucked away in shady glens and groves? Well, it is.

Beverly Martin ADVERTISING info@readlean.org CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Sure, we have bugs. We have our fair share of tornadoes, snakes, humid heat and lightning storms. But unless we open our eyes and ears (and get outside), we will never truly value what we already call ours. Enjoy it!

Jennifer Stewart Kornegay Cheyenne Martin Michele Olson, PhD, FACSM, CSCS

Change your perspective and look with new eyes. Bring more health, happiness and joy to your life. Happy summer!

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30 LEAN LOVES

Products and Gear

32 ON THE MOVE Gulf State Park

12 WHOLE LIVING

36 IN BALANCE

14 TO LIFE

38 SKIN DEEP

18 THE DISH

46 GO & DO

20 FORWARD MOTION

48 FISCAL FITNESS

Feeding Fido and Fluffy

Walk of Life 2014

Melon Mania

Stair Well

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Running Against the Herd

g n i k o o C Cool LOW-COOK MEALS TO BEAT THE HEAT

It's hot! And if you can’t take the heat, why not get out of the kitchen? Try these healthy no-cook or low-cook meals that call for firing up your outdoor grill instead of your oven and stove. They’re packed full of nutrient-rich fresh produce and other Alabama-sourced products currently enjoying their peak. Plus, they’re simple enough to whip up even on busy weeknights.

oh, and they taste good too!

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grilled Avocado salad This colorful salad is full of flavor as well as protein, fiber and avocado’s beneficial fat.

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-MAKES 4 SALADSMake the black-bean salsa up to 24 hours ahead of time, and at least one hour before you assemble the dish.

FOR SALAD: 1 large head iceberg lettuce 2 ripe avocados 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained

spicy Shrimp

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered 1/4 cup cilantro, rough chopped 1/2 of a red onion, finely chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (or 1/4 of a poblano pepper, finely chopped, for less heat)

buy local

salt to taste

Our state’s coastal waters yield some of the tastiest shrimp found

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

anywhere. Make sure you look for the Alabama Gulf Shrimp

1/2 cup queso fresco cheese, crumbled (can substitute shredded Monterey jack)

designation at your store, and if you don’t see Alabama shrimp,

1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips

ask if they’ll start carrying them.

Mix the black beans and next six ingredients together and let sit for at least an hour.

-MAKES 4 SERVINGS1 1/2 pounds medium to large Alabama Gulf shrimp

Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. Brush each half with extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of lime juice and sprinkle with salt.

1/2 cup rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil

Place each half, flesh side down, on your grill at medium heat.

Grill for 3 to 4 minutes and remove to cool. Once cool, scoop out the flesh in one piece and cut into thick slices.

1 clove garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon sugar

Shred the lettuce and add the black-bean salsa. Drizzle with the dressing (see recipe below) and toss well to coat. Spoon the salad into individual bowls and top with cheese, chips and sliced avocado.

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Mix the vinegar and next four ingredients in a sealable container and add shrimp. Let marinate for 2 to 3 hours.

FOR DRESSING:

Grill the shrimp on skewers or in a basket on medium-high heat for 10 minutes or until just cooked through.

Mix the juice of 4 limes with 2 tablespoons honey.

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more, please This dish is so easy to do, it’s almost silly not to make it all summer long.

-SERVES 44 ears of sweet corn (look for bright green husks that hug the ear) 1 stick of salted butter, softened 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped fine

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Store the extra butter by placing it on a sheet of wax paper and forming it into a log.

Twist the ends tightly to close and place in the freezer for a few hours to harden.

Remove from freezer and keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

grilled corn & Cilantro butter

juice of half a lemon pinch of salt Remove the first layer or two of husks. Leave at least a few on. Peel back these husks and remove the corn silk. Pull husks back up to cover the ears.

Place the ears in a large bowl of cold water for 10 minutes. Place the ears on the grill and cook, turning every so often, for about 20 minutes.

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While corn is cooking, mix the butter and next three ingredients in a bowl.

Spread on the hot corn.

Swefeft stu angel food, mascarpone and berries—oh my!

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End your meal on a sweet note with this light but satisfying dessert. store-bought angel food cake 1 cup blackberries 2 tablespoons fresh mint, rough chopped 1/4 cup of lime juice 2 tablespoons raw honey (local is best!) mascarpone cheese Mix the mint, lime juice and honey together and pour over the berries. Let the berries marinate for at least an hour. Spoon berries and the juice over slices of cake and top with a dollop of mascarpone.

Drizzle with additional honey if desired.

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WE KNOW A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE INCLUDES A NUTRITIOUS AND BALANCED DIET. WE SPEND PLENTY OF TIME READING GROCERY STORE LABELS AND PLAN OUR FAMILY MEALS ACCORDINGLY. BUT WE MAY BE FORGETTING A VERY IMPORTANT FOUR-LEGGED MEMBER: THE FAMILY PET. IT’S IMPORTANT FOR PETS TO EAT A WELL-BALANCED, NUTRITIOUS AND PORTION-CONTROLLED MEAL TOO.

BY CHEYENNE MARTIN

Like their humans, pets need a balance of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and fats. And since they don’t require any special ingredients, pets could technically join you at the dinner table if you’re having steak and baked potatoes. But before you lay out another place setting, take a set of meal plans and recipes to review with your veterinarian. And be prepared to give your pet a supplement as well to ensure it receives the proper amount of calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc.

PEANUT BUTTER AND YOUR POOCH DOES YOUR DOG LOVE PEANUT BUTTER? TRY CHANGING IT UP A BIT WITH THIS EASY-TO-MAKE PRESERVATIVE-FREE TREAT. PEANUT BUTTER SNAPS

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1 ½ cups whole wheat flour 1 ½ cups white flour ½ cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup water

GETTING STARTED Do you need a jumping off point when it comes to creating a menu for your pet? Consider some of the following: lamb and rice; chicken and pasta; eggs and meat or vegetables; or casseroles and stews with any of those combinations. Make sure all meat is cooked. (Raw meat can put pets at risk for E. coli and salmonella.) In general, raisins, grapes, macadamia nuts and chocolate (along with certain vegetables like garlic and onions) should be avoided because they can be harmful to your pet.

2 tablespoons oil Combine all the wet ingredients and add the flour one cup at a time to form stiff dough. If it’s too sticky, add more flour in small increments. Roll the dough to form a ¼-inch thickness and either cut out with a small cookie cutter or cut into three-inch pieces.

Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Depending on the treat size, this recipe makes approximately 30 treats. Cool completely and store in an air-tight container for several weeks. Your dogs will love them!

IF YOU’D RATHER USE OAT FLOUR,

SUBSTITUTE IT FOR EITHER OF THE FLOURS BY SIMPLY GRINDING SOME ROLLED OATS IN YOUR FOOD PROCESSER.

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THE LONG RUN Home-cooked meals can be challenging but rewarding.

If it’s an investment you’re considering, make sure you do it right. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian before switching to a homemade diet or making any changes to an existing one. Take your pet in twice a year for a nutritional evaluation. Carefully choose foods that are healthy and not harmful, and take care in their preparation.

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You can be certain the Joy to Life Foundation does walk the Walk (along with nearly 5,000 participants every year!). There are thousands of women in the medically underserved community in Alabama who need mammograms. Because of this, the Foundation provides resources for early detection and necessary screenings. These resources are made possible in large part because of the annual Walk of Life held in downtown Montgomery. Be sure to join us next year as we make a difference—one step at a time!

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“IF WE CAN REACH THESE WOMEN EARLY ENOUGH, LIVES CAN BE SAVED.” -JOY BLONDHEIM

FOR EVERY $100 DONATED, JOY TO LIFE CAN PROVIDE A LIFE-SAVING MAMMOGRAM PINK YOUR

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“NEVER DOUBT THAT A SMALL GROUP OF COMMITTED CITIZENS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD FOR, INDEED, THAT IS THE ONLY THING THAT EVER HAS.” -MARGARET MEAD WATCH IT WORK “The funds the Joy to Life Foundation has donated to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s (ADPH) Alabama Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (ABCCEDP) for free mammograms for underserved women in Alabama has resulted in 9,942 mammograms provided and 70 breast cancers being diagnosed.” - Dr. Don Williamson, Alabama’s State Health Officer, February 2014

If you are age 40 to 64, have no insurance and a low income, you may qualify for a FREE Mammogram and Pap smear.

EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER SAVES LIVES

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MelonMANIA IN THE MIDST OF OUR STATE’S ANNUAL SEASONAL SWELTER, NOTHING IS

sweeter

OR MORE REFRESHING THAN A MOUTHFUL

sticky JUICES RUNNING DOWN UPTURNED CHINS AND slippery OF CHILLED WATERMELON.

SEEDS PROPELLED THROUGH PUCKERED LIPS ARE QUINTESSENTIAL We may consider it a distinctly Southern treat, but the first recorded watermelon harvest occurred nearly 5,000 years ago in Egypt and is depicted in hieroglyphics on walls of their ancient buildings. And there are so many types of watermelon, with names like Gold Flower, Red Doll and Afternoon Delight. Some are huge and oblong; some are small and round; some sport

summer SIGHTS AROUND HERE.

Contrary to what you may think, watermelons have high nutritional value. A 10-ounce slice of watermelon provides 13 milligrams of lycopene, an important antioxidant also found in tomatoes.

The same portion size has about 23 milligrams of vitamin C and 1,627 IUs of vitamin A. Plus, its sweet flavor can satisfy sugary cravings without the crazy calorie count. (A slice has only 86 calories.) And finally, don’t forget the

stripy skins; others are completely solid.

watermelon’s main ingre-

In Asia, they’re growing them square! But

dient: water. We all know

whatever their size or shape, watermelons

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our bodies, even though it contains no vitamins. So grab some old newspapers, a big knife, and head out to the deck or patio to slice into one of summer’s sweetest gifts.

Watermelons are at their peak right now, so check area farmers markets. Or go grab a few right out of the field yourself.

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Eat 'Em!

WHETHER IT’S IN BIG HUNKS, PICTURE-PERFECT WEDGES OR CUTE LITTLE BALLS, ENJOYING WATERMELON ON ITS OWN IS GREAT. BUT IT ALSO SHINES MIXED WITH OTHER SUMMER FAVORITES.

WATERMELON FROSTY

Forget the Fridge!

Studies have shown that watermelons stored at room temperature have almost double the amount of Vitamin A and 20 percent more lycopene than those kept in a refrigerator. This is only true before the fruit is cut though.

After that, feel free to chill ‘em.

WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD NO MEASUREMENTS FOR INGREDIENTS HERE, BECAUSE YOU CAN JUST ADD AS MUCH OR AS LITTLE OF EACH ELEMENT AS YOU LIKE! O Lettuce of your choice (Try a mix of butter lettuce and Romaine.)

O Watermelon in melon balls or small chunks

SERVES 2 O 3 cups frozen watermelon cubes (try to get most of the seeds out when cubing)

O Crumbled feta

O 1/3 cup water

O Walnuts or pecans, toasted lightly

O 2 Tbsp honey

(or plain croutons will work in a pinch)

O Thinly sliced red onion O Vinaigrette dressing

(Choose a lighter flavor that won’t overpower the watermelon.)

” WHEN ONE HAS TASTED WATERMELON, HE KNOWS WHAT THE ANGELS EAT.”

-Mark Twain

O Juice of one lime O 1 small banana (1/2 to 2/3 of a big banana)

O Throw this all in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.

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FORWARD MOTION

BY MICHELE OLSON, PHD, FACSM, CSCS

STAIR WELL

To properly climb stairs, keep chest up and place feet firmly on middle of each step.

vary your climbing Do lunge-style stepping by placing feet on every other step.

This will work your glutes and low-back more.

Place your hands behind your head and do sideways crossover steps, which will target more of your outer hip muscles that are important for balance.

For every 6-8 steps going up, use the rails and take 6-8 steps down moving backward. This can be easier on your knees, and we must move backward in real life.

Stair climbing is more efficient than most cardio machines, because you are physically moving your body farther and farther away from gravity at each step.

IN A RECENT STUDY PUBLISHED IN THE BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE, PREVIOUSLY INACTIVE ADULT WOMEN WHO DID JUST TWO MINUTES OF STAIR CLIMBING FIVE DAYS A WEEK BOOSTED CARDIO FITNESS BY 17.1 PERCENT AND REDUCED THEIR BAD CHOLESTEROL BY 7.7 PERCENT.

Can you use a set of steps—whether just two or three or an entire flight of stairs—to get fit?

You can. Ask anyone who’s had to go up a couple of flights recently, and they will tell you that even casual stair climbing promptly elevates your heart and breathing rate, uses your legs, low-back and core muscles and will bring sweat to your brow. Improved cardio fitness, reduced health risks and increased strength of your core and lower body plus better balance can all be achieved by climbing anywhere from one step to an entire flight. Here’s how to put stairs to work for you:

Use for strength exercises

Going down stairs is about one-fourth

Sit and do triceps dips to work key upper body muscles like your arms and shoulders.

of the demand as going up.

So if you take a total of 20 steps up and a few down, it’s more demanding than just 20 up.

Get on your knees and place hands on a step to do elevated pushups.

Stand on the bottom step and do calf raises to strengthen your lower legs and ankles.

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S F IT F O R K ID

INVITING YOUR CHILDREN TO HELP WITH THE FAMILY FEAST MAY SOUND LIKE A DAUNTING TASK. BUT A PINCH OF PATIENCE AND A TOUCH OF TIME (PLUS A TAD OF EXTRA CLEAN UP) COULD BE THE RECIPE FOR YOUR CHILD’S LIFE-LONG HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD.

BY MELISSA TATE WITT

kidDos IN THE KITCHEN

KIDS WHO HELP COOK COULD ENJOY THESE WONDERFUL BENEFITS:

WATCH THE CHEMISTRY HAPPEN!

When you heat up butter, it moves from a solid form to a liquid state. What about when you mix oil and vinegar? How did the cake batter turn from a thick liquid to a yummy, spongy cake? There are a million chemistry lessons in your kitchen—lessons your child will remember!

CONFIDENCE AND RESPONSIBILITY.

Experience in the kitchen will not only help your kids when they leave the nest (or need to impress that special someone), it will also build confidence in other areas of life as well.

STRONG RELATIONSHIPS AND CONVERSATION HABITS. Kids who come home and flip on the TV or computer aren’t going to share as much with you as those that are in the kitchen waiting on the water to boil. What an incredible opportunity to share stories about each other’s day. Mealtime is also bound to include more discussion as you share with other family members why your meal is so darn delicious!

MATH SKILLS

Many kids (and adults) are intimidated by math. In the kitchen, kids are able to see how math is applied in real life. How do you double a recipe? What if you have to substitute one ingredient for something else?

How many ounces are in a cup?

You get the idea.

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A DEVELOPED APPRECIATION FOR PLANNING, TIMING AND HARD WORK. Cooking is not easy.

Deciding what to make, ensuring you have the ingredients and planning your meal to meet time constraints is a lot of work!

Meal planning and preparation are a great way to teach your children to be thankful.

UNDERSTANDING OF THE IMPORTANCE OF WHOLE FOODS AND VARIETY. If your kids are helping you cook at home, you are probably using more wholesome ingredients and teaching them about real food.

They see vegetables, fruits and grains go from their raw state to a finished meal, and having a hand in preparing the food opens their eyes to a world of healthy food options!

One STEPat aTime

You know your kids best, and some will be more mature than others when it comes to certain tasks. Don’t forget—adult supervision and demonstration is a must for all tasks.

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Paint/brush on oil or marinade Shake and spread

6TO7 YEARS OLD Form cookies and patties Grate cheese

MEASURE AND POUR Scrub, dip, tear or break

WASH, ROLL, JUICE, STIR AND MASH

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TIPS TO MAKE IT GREAT PLAN AHEAD:

Have the kids help you find the recipe and make the shopping list.

GET THE GEAR:

Hunt down kid-safe and kid-size spatulas, spoons and measuring cups to make it even easier for the kids to handle kitchen tasks, and don’t forget the apron and chef’s hat!

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AND OLDER Read recipes Cut vegetables and fruits with a butter knife

USE ELECTRIC MIXER

POUR

Crack eggs

Dice and peel

STIR FOOD ON STOVE

SLICE AND SCOOP Garnish dishes

All they need is a wooden spoon and a cup to get in on the action!

KEEP IT SIMPLE:

Start with simple recipes—it does not have to be time-intensive to be fun!

There are tons of kid-friendly recipe websites.

GRAB A KID-SAFE STOOL:

Make sure your kids are safe when they are helping out. There are several great step stools that allow your kid to be “boxed in” and moved around easily in the kitchen while cooking.

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Want your kiddos to learn some kitchen tips and tricks from a pro?

Find a list of summer cooking classes for kids around the state at readlean.org.

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HOST A SMALL GROUP OF KIDS AT YOUR HOUSE WITH THEIR PARENTS AND MAKE IT A FUN ACTIVITY FOR ALL.

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Depending on your child’s vaccination history, certain vaccines may be needed.

Ask your heAlthcAre proviDer About the following vAccinAtions for your chilD: Ages 4-6

Ages 16 and older

DTap • Polio • MMR--2nd Dose • Varicella--2nd Dose

• Meningococcal booster • Varicella--If your child has not had the first dose by age 13, two doses are needed.

• HepB--Recommended if your child has not had the shots. Three doses are needed.

• MMR--If your child has not had the first dose, two doses are needed.

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Ages 11-12 • Tdap--Required • HPV--Recommended for boys and girls to prevent most genital warts and cervical cancers as well as some other cancers. This is a 3-dose series.

• Meningococcal--1st dose • Varicella--If your child has not had the first dose by age 13, two doses are needed.

Flu vaccines are recommended for all children over six months of age and will be available beginning in the Fall.

For more information, go to

ADph.org or download the free adph app.

Food, Farms and Philanthropy:

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food truck The Good to Go food truck is a mobile kitchen on a mission!

Chef Paul and his culinary team at Wind Creek Hospitality outline the good they hope to cook up in three specific points: Promote the region’s culinary excellence and locally produced food Help in distributing food to families where there is a critical need Offer a taste of Wind Creek’s award-winning cuisine at fun events across Alabama

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Whether you call it a food truck, mobile kitchen, lunch wagon, gut truck or mobile canteen, it’s all the same thing: food on wheels. And while some simply serve meals, Wind Creek Hospitality’s customized food truck is trekking the state delivering “good” food—to go.

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The food truck revolution

has been building steam for some time now. In Atlanta, there’s a park dedicated to helping its residents find “an immense variety of delicious culinary provisions for both lunch and dinner,” according to the official Atlanta Food Truck Park website.

And if you’re planning to visit Charleston this summer, don’t expect to see young women walking around in swimsuit tops selling popsicles anymore. (Thank goodness! I have a teenage son.) Instead, you’ll find food trucks such as the “King of Pops” vending yummy popsicles made from fresh and organic ingredients.

And Nashville? Well, they have their own food truck association. These food truck owner-operators work collaboratively for many reasons, one of which they declare is to “ensure the best interest of the Nashville foodie.” That sounds delicious.

But here in Alabama, we have a food truck with plans to cook up more than just good food. Wind Creek Hospitality has created its own food truck, equipped with a top-notch chef, a mobile kitchen churning out award-winning cuisine and a mission on its menu.

Food & Farm The Good to Go food truck (loyally piloted by Wind Creek Hospitality’s Chef Paul Norton) began its journey south with three intentional stops along the way, each at regional farms known for their local impact.

During the ensuing months, the food truck has made stops at festivals all over the state. Whether it is barbeque bashes, gumbo cook-offs, strawberry festivals or crawfish jubilees, the Good to Go food truck drives to the diners at these festivals (and occasional sporting events), offering delectable cuisine, many times implementing food from farms visited by the truck en route to the events.

Philanthropy

The goal of Wind Creek Hospitality’s food truck is to feed recipients from an array of different non-profit organizations. For instance, when the food truck got going this past April, its first stop was at the Harbor Church Shelter in Dothan.

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Because many shelters for the homeless are closed on the weekend, the Good to Go food truck makes it a point to seek out nonprofits and provide its recipients with delicious, high-quality, prizewinning meals, the likes of which they would not ordinarily be able to afford.

Also, while serving meals to patrons of different organizations, the food truck will visit food banks and other distribution points throughout the state and contribute the fresh, locally produced goods found there to these organizations.

And when it comes to Alabama weather, you know the saying: “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute.” So it’s only fitting the food truck plans to lend support to disaster relief efforts as well.

And knowing the state’s continual battle with obesity, the food truck would like to eventually implement visiting schools and assisting other efforts designed to educate children about good food and where it comes from.

Follow that Truck!

Want to stay up-to-date on Good to Go’s whereabouts?

Visit readlean.org for more info!

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So if you don’t have time to “follow that truck” this weekend and have something a little more formal in mind, you’ll find decadence and succulent cuisine at Wind Creek Hospitality’s FIRE in Wetumpka.

Like its four-star counterpart in Atmore, FIRE hopes to also implement Alabamasourced food into its high-quality menu, including options like the double-cut pork chop with red onion jam and cane syrup glaze or the Gulf Coast Shrimp and grits over smoked gouda.

For my evening at FIRE, I had visions of the Italian countryside as I nibbled on sundried tomato butter slathered on thin, crispy wafers. But first, since I like to keep it real, I scarfed down some amazing fried green tomatoes with tasso and crawfish buerre blanc.

And I’ve got one word for the main course: scrumdiddlyumptious. (That’s technical for super good.) Because if

pecan-crusted Gulf snapper, topped with sautéed crabmeat and asparagus is wrong, let’s just say I don’t want to be right. Of course, I didn’t inhale the snapper until after I politely “cleaned my palate” with a blood orange sorbet.

But since I’d already traveled to Italy for my first course of the evening, I saw it as only fitting I should revisit France for dessert. You see, I once traveled to Paris with my husband and on the first night, we walked to the Eiffel Tower. On the way back, we lazily got lost in antiquated lanes, finally reaching our hotel in the wee hours of the morning. And do you know what we had when we made it back?

Crème brulee. So naturally, whenever I go anywhere and crème brulee is offered on the menu, I order it and dream of the City of Love. But not only does FIRE offer crème brulee, it offers a duo of crème brulee in the flavors of vanilla and blackberry. Ah, lagniappe? Oui! Oui! 28

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Just like that fiery orb that makes Alabama summers almost unbearable at times, Alabama Sunshine’s sauces are hot. Owned by Fred and Sally Smith, the company is based in Fayette, Alabama, and began as a hobby, with the couple growing jalapeno peppers and whipping them up into a spicy condiment to give as gifts. Now, 20 years and 50 products later, the business is booming, yet Fred and Sally still grow most of the peppers used in their sauces themselves.

Try the original or go for the Gold. Both add a warm, well-rounded kick to anything and everything you sprinkle them on.

Never have “dirty” clothes looked and felt so good. After his wife Joy failed to remove the telltale traces of red Alabama clay from some clothing, co-founder of Earth Creations Martin Ledvina stepped back and saw the situation in a new light. He saw beauty in the strength of that dirt and began experimenting with the clay as a dye for t-shirts.

Today, more than 20 years later, Earth Creations is making organic cotton t-shirts and tanks dyed a rainbow of colors using natural, earth-friendly clay dyes. The design team works in Bessemer, Alabama, and the clothes are manufactured at their facility in Moulton.

The company’s original “Alabama Dirt Shirt” is still one of the best sellers, but Earth Creations also makes clothing from sustainable hemp and bamboo. See the entire collection at earthcreations.net

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Learn more about the talent and innovation that brought some of the biggest names in music to our state to create legendary tracks in “Muscle Shoals Sound,” a non-fiction book by Carla Jean Whitley hitting bookstores in July. amazon.com

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FOOT-TASTIC Handmade by friends Scott Hudson and Sean Johnson in Fairhope, Alabama, IAM Sandals are minimalist chic at its most comfy. Combining supple leather and sturdy parachute cord, each pair is as durable and strong as it is stylish. Grab a pair of the Original, a lace-up sandal, or the new Helix, a short-lace version that slips on and off and is perfect for trips to the beach, lake or pool.

Throw these books by Alabama authors into to your beach bag this summer. “Fairhope” by Jeannie Parnell is a Southern love story set in Fairhope that will melt your heart. “The Professor,” a gripping legal thriller by Robert Bailey, makes great use of its Alabama setting, even throwing iconic Coach Bear Bryant into the mix. And don’t forget the kids. “The Alabama Adventures of Walter & Wimbly” takes them on a fun-filled adventure across the lower half of our state. amazon.com / “Fairhope” and “The Professor” walterandwimbly.com / “Walter & Wimbly”

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PARK it CONSIDER STRAYING AND STAYING OFF THE BEATEN PATH ON YOUR NEXT BEACH TRIP.

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to the southernmost part of our state by the millions. In fact, while the money they spend is a major boost to our economy, and we should always be happy to have them, sometimes the coast can get a little congested. High-rise condos invade the skyline, the people they pack in swarm the sands, and in peak season, traffic on the main roads can be frustrating to say the least. But there is a swath of calm and quiet left, a respite from the reveling crowds. Occupying 6,150 acres (including over three miles of beachfront) between Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Gulf State Park is one of the last un-plundered places in Alabama’s little piece of paradise.

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If you spot a structure with a roof that resembles a cresting wave, you’ve found Gulf State Park’s beach area. The Beach Pavilion, with its stunning contemporary style, has a large concession stand (in the summer), air-conditioned bathrooms (with showers) and picnic tables under the roof’s shade.

Like all of our state parks, Gulf State Park features a wide range of outdoor activities.

Play a match or two on the tennis courts; go a round with your buddies or your sweetie on its 18-hole Refuge Golf Course; wander through miles of live oaks, marsh lands and wild muscadines using its extensive trails (where only the chirps and songs of birds break the silence); paddle board, boat and fish on the lovely 900-acre Lake Shelby; cool off in the swimming pool and splash pad; learn all about the area’s ecosystem at the Nature Center. And of course, relax and dig your toes deep into the sand on the Park’s pristine stretch of beach. Thanks to its coastal locale, this park also boasts a unique experience, one that’s fun for the whole family: The Gulf State Pier. This 1,540-foot-long pier is the largest in the Gulf of Mexico, and on any given day or night, you’ll find folks from all walks of life trying their luck with a rod and reel. Even if you’re not interested in fishing, it’s a treat to walk the pier on a warm evening and see what others are hauling in. You never know what sea creatures you might see.

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stay If you’re after some peace and quiet, Gulf State Park’s accommodations could be for you. Eleven charming cottages dot Lake Shelby’s shoreline far into the Park and far away from the hustle and noise nearer the beaches. Most of these cottages are fairly new and all have three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a den, a fully equipped kitchen, two screened porches and a deck overlooking the water. The cottages also have fishing piers. The Park’s 20 cabins include 16 on the lake, with the other four, called the “woods” cabins, set in the longleaf pine and palmetto forest that covers much of the Park.

The cabins are smaller and older than the cottages but offer the same amenities. The “woods” cabins welcome guests with pets.

soar The Park’s newest diversion will get your heart pumping, your adrenalin flowing and give you a face-full of fresh sea breeze.

Sail through the air (with a friendly trained guide) on the new Hummingbird Zipline at the Gulf Adventure Center at the Park.

Lines strung between seven towers take you on a sky-high trip that’s over a mile and traverses the beaches and crystal clear waters of the Gulf as well as Lake Shelby. Even without the views, which are spectacular, the rush of the ride is a real thrill.

into the wild EXPLORING GULF STATE PARK ON FOOT GIVES YOU A CLOSER LOOK AT THE PLANTS AND ANIMALS THAT OCCUPY THIS SPECIAL AREA. Hurricane Ridge Trail is a must-hike. Its simultaneously lovely and eerie landscape was formed by the wrath of Hurricane Fredric in 1979; hundreds of long-dead trees, gray and bare, provide resting spots for all types of birds.

Add Alligator Marsh Trail to your list too.

Observe alligators, frogs, turtles and other animals that call the canal and marsh grass home.

There’s also a connection to the Hugh S. Branon Backcountry Trail System in the Park.

And remember, to preserve this unspoiled area for future generations, “leave nothing but footprints; take nothing but memories.”

And plenty of pictures!

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Misinformation, widespread myths and the disease’s own complicated nature can make diabetes hard for the average person to understand. Clearing up confusion is essential when it comes to living with this disease.

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While Alabama has long been part of the “black belt” region of the United States, the Centers for Disease Control has now included it in a much more disturbing one.

The “diabetes belt” mostly encompasses the Southeastern region of the United States, where people are more likely to have type 2 diabetes than in other parts of the country. Not surprisingly, some specific statistics accompany this epidemic: •People in the diabetes belt are more likely to be non-hispanic black.

•A sedentary lifestyle is more common in the diabetes belt.

•People in the diabetes belt are more likely to be obese.

•The number of people with a college degree is lower in the diabetes belt.

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The diagnosis of diabetes doesn’t bring with it appointments with heart surgeons or a chemotherapy plan, just a prescription for oral medication, insulin shots and a healthier lifestyle. But don’t let the seemingly easy path of wellness fool you; diabetes is a serious and deadly disease.

TYPE 1 DIABETES

Type 1 diabetes used to be called juvenile diabetes and is mostly diagnosed in children and young adults. People with type 1 diabetes can’t make insulin. The body needs insulin, produced in the pancreas, to regulate the level of glucose in the blood. Type 1 diabetics must take insulin shots for life.

Type 2 diabetes comes about in a very different way. In patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, the body makes insulin but does not properly use it. The pancreas simply can’t keep up with the amount of insulin the body needs and requires help. This type of diabetes almost certainly runs in families. But while genetic predisposition certainly plays a role, scientists also believe this risk increases because children learn bad eating and exercising habits from their parents.

At Risk?

To find out what your risk for diabetes is, take the Are You at Risk quiz at www.diabetes.org. Then visit your doctor and discuss your results.

Although diabetes is quite serious, with proper care and attention you don’t have to let it slow you down.

Some people with type 2 diabetes can manage it with healthy eating and exercise. Still others can take an oral medication and/or insulin shots to help regulate their blood sugar. Even if type 2 diabetes runs in your family, it is possible to delay or prevent it through a healthy lifestyle. People who are obese and lead sedentary lifestyles increase their risk for type 2 diabetes. And the risk only increases as they get older.

THE DIABETES BREAKTHROUGH We all know that prevention is key. By living healthily, staving off the onset of diabetes is much more likely to happen. But an international team of researchers recently made a groundbreaking discovery that can also give people some added hope.

Patients who are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes carry risk factors from both parents. However, not everyone who carries those risk factors will be diagnosed. Researchers are working to see what environmental factors— diet, weather, viruses—might trigger the disease.

The “Nature Genetics” study identified mutations in a gene that can reduce the risk of individuals developing type 2 diabetes, even in people who have risk factors such as old age and obesity.

Essentially, the study found that if a drug can be developed that mimics the effect of the mutations, it could open up new ways of preventing the crippling disease.

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Had your “sunshine vitamin” today? Too much sun can increase risk of skin damage and cancer, but too little vitamin D has the potential to cause fatigue, bone pain or muscle weakness (just to name a few). So is your slather-on-the-sunscreen lifestyle preventing you from getting your daily dose of D?

DO SUN RIGHT Although lab studies have found that use of sunscreen may slow the vitamin D process, some recent real-life studies have shown that with sunscreen on, our vitamin D intake is less, but most of us are still getting plenty of it.

DOES SUNSCREEN CAUSE A VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY? Being active outdoors is a must (and so is vitamin D), but you need to be smart about it, especially depending on skin type. Small doses of direct, early morning or late-afternoon sun (even just six to 20 minutes based on skin type and time of year) will allow you to reap the benefits of vitamin D.

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REMEMBER THESE SUN-SMART TIPS Put on a hat Check the UV Index and follow guidelines Minimize time in mid-day sun Look for shade and utilize it Wear light clothing that covers the skin Grab the sunglasses Use a natural sunscreen of at least SPF 15 or 30. Reapply every two hours, more frequently if you’re swimming or sweating

Tanning beds use an increased amount of UVB and UVA rays—both of which have been found to cause cancer. Teens are even more at risk because of their rapid growth rate. (Their cells are more prone to the damage of regular UV ray exposure.) Earlier this year, Alabama’s Legislature took action. Here’s what the new law says: 14 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER: No tanning bed use without a prescription from a physician.

15 YEARS OLD: A parent must be present and give written permission for a minor to tan.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT EVERYTHING GOOD E.A.T. SOUTH IS GROWING AND DOING AT EATSOUTH.ORG.

With more than 48,500 farms in our state covering 9 million acres, it’s obvious Alabama’s agricultural heritage is still thriving. Yet thousands of kids within our borders have never experienced the simple joy of digging in the dirt, planting a seed and watching a green sprout push through the earth.

second farm is in the Hampstead community on the other side of the city. Both locations offer residents, visitors and schoolchildren the chance to connect with the area’s natural resources as well as a wealth of farm-fresh food that can be found on the menus of several Montgomery restaurants.

VERY FEW HAVE A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF WHERE THEIR FOOD COMES FROM. OUT OF THOSE WHO DO KNOW, A GOOD MANY DON’T KNOW WHY THEY SHOULD CARE.

Through workshops, classes and special events like “Good Food Day” field trips for schools held at the two farms, E.A.T. South is exposing thousands to healthy food that tastes great, emphasizing why and how to eat right.

Teaching both children and adults all of this and more is the mission of Montgomery-based E.A.T. South. The non-profit organization operates with a singular focus: to promote healthy lifestyles and a sustainable food culture. But the way E.A.T. South is accomplishing this mission is multi-faceted.

The “EAT” portion of its name is an acronym for Educate, Act, Transform, and that’s just what this group is doing using hands-on education.

With two all-natural urban farms in the capital city, E.A.T. South is practicing what it preaches about sustainable food production, and the organization uses the farms as tools to tout the benefits of locally grown produce. The farms also provide the perfect settings for its programs that highlight the importance of eating fresh and local, for our health and the health of our environment.

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E.A.T. South also operates a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Program, allowing River Region residents to purchase a share of each season’s harvest; it’s just one more way the group is giving the community increased access to local food.

E.A.T. South is also involved in creating gardens for schools and the River Region Food Policy Council and The Alabama Food Policy Council designed to address the challenges of sustainable food systems.

E.A.T. South’s Executive Director Denise Greene summed it up best: “Farms in our region are nothing new, but what we are doing with our farms is,” she said. “In a variety of engaging ways, we’re showing people from all walks of life why locally grown, sustainable food matters.”

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MAKing IT HAPPEN A fundraiser for E.A.T. South, the second annual Southern Makers event drew thousands of visitors to Montgomery in early May. The event brings together creatives and producers of all kinds, giving attendees the chance to discover all the cool things being made in our great state and meet the folks making them.

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2014 DESPITE THE SWELTERING HEAT, ALABAMA ABOUNDS WITH FUN FESTIVALS, EVENTS AND COMPETITIONS OF ALL KINDS.

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Part of the Pinhoti Trail Series, this race is for first-timers and avid runners alike and boasts breathtaking views of rolling hills and glittering lakes, starting out at the Coleman Lake Campground.

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Alabama Blueberry Festival alabamablueberryfestival.com Blueberries and cookbooks—need we say more? This yearly event boasts something for everyone, especially since everybody usually likes a little entertainment with their food.

June 13-14 gadsdenriverfest.com Zip lines, beer and boat parades usually don’t mix well, but the exception can be found in this two-day festival featuring some ver y notable (a nd ja mmin’) musicians!

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June 22-28 Chilton County Peach Festival Ne e d mor e f r u it ? You got it! This renow ned A labama festiva l is just peachy w ith races, art exhibitions, fishing tournaments, parades, cook-offs and music to boot.

+ STATEWIDE August 15 Alabama Restaurant Week alabamarestaurantweek.com Coming to a city near you! During the week of August 15, the entire state will eat away as people from all over celebrate the heart and heritage of Alabama food.

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81st Annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo

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More than 3,000 anglers from all over the country converge in the Gulf of Mexico as they compete for cash and prizes in a plethora of categories.

Don’t act like you haven’t heard of it. Well, now’s your chance to go! Check out the week-long festivity celebrating the “Father of the Blues” W.C. Handy, a Florence native.

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In life, to avoid stick ing out, we sometimes do what ever yone else does. But when it comes to investing, we believe investors need to reverse their approach.

One of the world's greatest investors, Sir Joh n Templeton, once sa id:

” THE TIME OF M A X IMU M PESSIMISM IS THE TIME TO BU Y, A N D THE TIME OF M A X IMU M OPTIMISM IS THE BEST TIME TO SELL .”

This means that when e v er y one el s e go e s one way, you should c on s ider g oi n g t he other. Remember high school? You didn’t want to stick out like a sore thumb or be different from your peers. But actually, we believe the opposite is true for investing.

When everybody thinks the economy is collapsing, the stock market is falling, and the outlook is bleak, we believe that is the time to consider buying. Without question, you have to be careful, but unless you believe the economy will never recover, these are the times when sales are generally occurring. We go to stores looking for discounts, and that’s considered sma r t shopping ; the sa me idea applies to investing. It can be harder to do though, since it’s unpopular and typically uncomfortable.

The reverse is a lso tr ue. W hen everyone talks about how great the economy looks, then we believe that’s the time to consider selling!

Why? Because when everyone feels so good, there are fewer and fewer people left who will buy your stocks at a price higher than what you paid.

Again, even though it makes good sense, doing the opposite of so many others is often unpopular and can be uncomfortable.

These are not hard and fast rules, but they illustrate the need to shift our thinking when it comes to investing.

Sir John Templeton’s long-term success achieved by sticking to his philosophy proves its potential benefits. So next time you find yourself at one of the above extremes, take a hard look at where the herd is running—and consider running the opposite way.

At Wells Fargo Advisors, we have the financial tools necessary to create a financial target and define your goals. And, it’s free.

Call us so we can help you determine your final destination.

If you’re not sure which way the herd is going or if you have questions, contact Laura Sikes, Registered Client Associate, at 334.273.3473.

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