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November, 2010 Vol. 1 Issue #10
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Marnie Feelus of F.O.O.D. It doesn't get any fresher than this. All natural. Organic. Local. If you’ve become skeptical that the produce and groceries in your cart actually live up to their label claims, you’re not alone. To make matters even more confusing, add the debate over buying organic v/s local. Which is actually better for you, your family and the state of our world? For the last seven years, F.O.O.D. — Fresh Options Organic Delivery — has been taking the confusion out of shopping around for the best local and/ or organic produce and groceries and bringing it all right to your door. “It isn’t easy making ethical food choices,” says founder Marnie Feeleus. “There is a lot of misinformation out there. For us the gold standard is both certified organic and local. If we can’t have both then we weigh in factors like where and how it was grown and value to our customers.” There was a time when Feeleus was a chef in local restaurants and commercial kitchens. Finding fresh local
and organic supplies for her kitchen was a time-consuming and expensive undertaking because it just wasn’t to be found in one place. “Eventually, I left to start a family and while I was pregnant, became even more interested in organic foods and sustainability. That’s when I helped start an organic food buying club with friends and neighbors, buying in larger amounts from an outof-province distributor, but we were challenged with the desire to source from local farms and suppliers.” From that grain of inspiration grew F.O.O.D. in 2003. F.O.O.D is one of two companies that offer home delivery of organic produce and products. Eatit.ca began in 2002 and has a market where you can do your shopping in person as well. F.O.O.D. and Eatit.ca have actually joined in a local produce “value chain” together with some local farms and other purchasers and are at the end of a 9-month pilot project for which Marnie is the Project Manager. It is true, for the most part, that organic produce and groceries regardless of where they come from cost more than the non-organic equivalent but the gap is closing. At the height of the picking season, there is a difference of mere pennies between organic and mass-produced. Of course, as
supplies dwindle during offseason, prices go up but the same is true for just about any produce. F.O.O.D. has the advantage of buying from suppliers in volumes that help keep prices more stable. Not only does F.O.O.D. provide residential service, but the company sources and delivers for commercial clients as well. These include restaurants, institutions like Diversity Foods that operates at the University of Winnipeg, daycare centers signed on to the “Growing up Organic” program, and even other retail operations like Eat It.ca and chains like Vita Health. Isn’t that the competition? “I don’t worry about that and I don’t see it as competition. We have a common goal, “says Feeleus. “There is enough growth for everyone and getting organic into the hands of consumers is the whole point.” To her, going organic isn’t a fad or even a business. “It’s a movement.” She does admit that it has taken some time to convince other companies that there is no other agenda. “We’ve been working on getting others on board the value chain project.” She explains that F.O.O.D. has steadily been working on creating efficiency in our food delivery model here in Manitoba and beyond. “We’ve been proactive in talking to farmers about their choices
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for planting and how to maximize storage so that local produce is available longer. It’s a win-win situation where we have a secure food source and farmers no longer have the whole burden of risk. Having a ready market for their crops gives them the confidence to grow.” Feeleus also stresses that a growing market for all things certified organic will mean more farm operations willing to invest time and money to obtain certification. “We’ve seen the devaluation of terminology like ‘natural’. For “certified organic” to mean something the consumer needs to understand there is no gray area. Although we tend to think of fruits and vegetables as organic, Manitoba is home to many farms that produce everything from milk, eggs, meat and more that is certified free of growth hormones and antibiotics. For more information here are a few resources: http://organicfoodcouncil.org/ http://www.organicagcentre. ca/index_e.asp http://www.freshoption.ca/ http://www.eatit.ca/ ■
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Total Health Solutions Gifford Jones - Laser Therapy to Relieve Pain - Pain Relief Without Drugs What can you do if you’ve tried every conceivable way to relieve pain? You’ve been treated by anti-inflammatory drugs, cortisone, painkillers, physiotherapy, massage and finally, surgery. Yet the pain continues unabated. A technique, known as “Low Intensity Laser Therapy” (LILT) could be the answer. LILT jump-starts the body’s natural healing process by sending energy into the muscles and joints that’s then transformed into biochemical energy. This decreases swelling, accelerates healing time and increases the pain threshold. LILT also triggers release of endorphins, morphine-like substances that inhibit the sensation of pain. It also increases cortisol, the forerunner of cortisone and angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels, along with a number of other physiological processes. Many people have been told, “you have to live with your pain.” But this is not always the case. Rather, the use of Low Intensity Laser Therapy has proven to be a pain-buster alternative, and improves over 90 percent of patients who have significant problems. And it does not involve the use of medication, a huge advantage today. I deplore seeing patients drugged into oblivion by painkillers. And I believe that surgery should be done only as a last resort. Today, doctors, even with the help of MRIs, often can’t be sure of what’s causing pain. In these instances, tincture of time along with a course of LILT may be the best solution.
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Pomegranates Among the most rare fruit treats you’ll find in the Fall is the pomegranate. Originating in hot, dry climates like India and the Middle East, this fruit is also grown in parts of the USA and is available only from October to January. It is round and about the size of a large orange. The skin varies from medium red to deep red with a fresh leather-like skin.
They are shipped ripe so there is no need to worry about cutting into a fruit that’s not ready. But careful…that doesn’t mean whatever you find in the grocer’s bin is guaranteed good. Choose pomegranates heavy for their size without cracks or splits. Pass on a fruit that feels soft but don’t press a pomegranate too hard either. The outside may be firm, but on the inside are compartments packed with hundreds of delicate, tiny seeds (arils) heavy with juice. The white membranes to which the arils are attached are bitter and inedible. Getting at the fruit inside takes some practice. Begin by cutting off the top and bottom. Score the outside of the flesh into sections and break apart, rolling the seeds into a bowl. Remember to be gentle as the seeds are very delicate and the dark, red juice has a well founded reputation for staining. The seeds are sweet with a touch of tartness and have a slight berry taste. They are visually stunning and add interest as well as flavour to salads, deserts and as a garnish. Nutritionally, pomegranates are a powerhouse of antioxidants and a good source of fiber. The edible portion of one medium fruit (5 ounces) contains 104 calories, 1.5 g protein, 26.4 g carbohydrates, 9 mg vitamin C and 399 mg potassium. Whole pomegranates keep well at room temperature for several days, away from sunlight; up to 3 months refrigerated in plastic bags. ■
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Dance into Fitness
As TV shows like “Dancing with the Stars” and “So You Think You Can Dance” have swept into our living rooms, many of us bored with our fitness routines have been inspired to trade our sneakers for dancing shoes. Dancers on these programs have trained extensively to achieve the level of perfection required for competition but the same dedication is not needed to learn many of their stunning moves. The obvious benefit of learning actual steps and routines is confidence on the dance floor but it goes much further than that explains Shirley Caron, owner of Shirely’s Dance Studio at 255 Taché Avenue.
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“Dance tones and stretches your whole body. For Latin dancing you have to isolate abdominal muscles and even a waltz that looks effortless requires you have to keep your arms up, bend at the knees and point your toes. For all dance you need to pay attention to your posture and that means tucking in your tummy. There are so many other benefits like improved balance, agility and muscle control.” There is no question that dancing, especially demanding dances such as the Rumba, Samba and Cha Cha, not only tone your chassis but burn calories. Exactly how many of course depends on many factors, but here is a range of some of the most popular varieties, based on a 150-pound person.
Swing : 235 calories/hour Ballroom: 265 calories/hour Square : 280 calories/hour Salsa dancing: 420+ calories/hour
Then there is another type of workout going on as you master the complex choereography and move your body to the rhythm. “Brain function also gets a boost from this sort of activity”, says Caron. “Learning patterns, memorizing the steps and even listening to the music all stimulates our brains.” There is still lively debate over whether Ballroom Dancing should be officially recognized as an actual sport, but few will argue that dance is a workout. Just don’t tell that to all the people who would rather do almost anything rather than go to the gym because dance offers a level of sheer enjoyment and stress relief that leaves treadmills in the dust. “I’ve had students who work in very stressful jobs and have told me they would have never been able to keep going if it wasn’t for their classes,” says Caron. “I have been teaching dance for 35 years and what I love most is sharing my love for it and seeing people so delighted at learning a new step.” ■
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News & Events Caring never tasted so good. Treat yourself to marvelous food in the name of two deserving organizations in early November. Nov. 7th: the 2nd Annual Masullo – Mirlycourtois “Friends for Life Dinner” in support of ALS at the Hotel Fort Garry . Tickets: $175 Call: 831 – 1510 or Email: HOPE@alsmb.ca Nov. 12th: Best Banting Evening 2010 in support of the Manitoba division of Canadian Diabetes at Red River College, 160 Princess St. Tickets: $85 Available online at: ocp.diabetes.ca or by calling 925-3800 x224 Art of Living DATES : Thursday December 2nd to Sunday 5th, 2010 TIMES : Thursday and Friday - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm VENUE : 61 Surfside Cres, Island Lakes. You are encouraged to REPEAT this course or TAKE IT FOR THE FIRST TIME. FIRST TIMERS : Contribution of $300.00 REPEATERS : Suggested small contribution of up to $50.00 if able. For more information contact Guy Parent or Hazrah Khan at 275-8674, The Art of Living Course: It is a simple yet profound workshop that offers the Sudarshan Kriya, practical knowledge and interactive sessions. The Sudarshan Kriya, the very heart of the workshop is a unique breathing practice. A powerful energizer that cleanses deep rooted emotional stresses and toxins, it brings the mind and body in synchronicity with naturals rhythms. Serenity, centredness, better health, greater joy and enthusiasm for life and more harmonious relationships are just some of the results. For more information about this course and future upcoming events you may also check the web site at www.artofliving.ca. Send your event information to winnipegwellnews@yahoo.ca for a free listing (as space allows)
November is National Amaryllis Month for the Huntington Society of Canada. Huntington disease (HD) is an inherited genetic brain disorder that causes cells in specific parts of the brain to die. Symptoms affecting approximately 10,000 Canadians each year include: • emotional turmoil (depression, apathy, obsessive behaviour) • mental loss (inability to focus, think and recall, make decisions) • physical deterioration (weight loss, involuntary movements, diminished coordination, inability to walk, talk, swallow) The disease leads to complete incapacitation and, eventually, death. In Winnipeg The MB HD Resource Centre provide information and education materials, referrals to services, counseling and mutual support. Located on the 2nd floor of the Movement Disorder Clinic, 200 Woodlawn Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3J 2H7 If you are interested in accessing services or you would like an appointment with the HD Resource Centre Director, please contact Sandra Funk at (204) 772-4617 or Email: sfunk@ huntingtonsociety.ca
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