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For 25 Years,
Bringing the Wellness of Tomorrow,
Today.
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| March 1,
2010 |
Dear
Valued Client,
Based upon your feedback, we
introduce Did
You Know? This segment brings
you "in the know" about a
specific dietary supplement(s).
We are also excited to bring you Brand
Buzz Video. Food consultant
Carolyn Martinelli hosts this
segment, where she introduces a
Bonnie-approved food, explains why
we like it, and where you can get
it.
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| Heart Smart |
The
Latest From Bonnie.
New
developments on statins and aspirin,
once considered immune from scrutiny
by the cardiology community, are
beginning to shake the foundation of
what is considered safe cardiac
prevention.
I cover the latest heart-related
nutritional data, as well as reveal a
telling commentary on cardiovascular
disease from the committee chosen by
the USDA to revamp the 2010 Dietary
Guidelines.
Heart
Smart
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| Food Focus |
Buckwheat,
Quinoa
For
the most nutrient-dense, gluten-free
alternatives, look no further than
these two powerhouses.
There are concerns that many
gluten-free products have
sub-optimal levels of essential
nutrients. A recent study in Food
Chemistry cited buckwheat and
quinoa breads as having the highest
nutritional and antioxidant content
when compared to gluten-free
amaranth and even wheat bread.
Buckwheat
should not be confused with wheat.
Buckwheat is not a grass, but a
fruit seed. It is in a family with
Rhubarb and Garden Sorrell. We view
buckwheat as a "mood
food." Besides being high in
protein and fiber, it is rich in
magnesium and tryptophan, which
balance mood.
Japanese Soba Noodles are made from
buckwheat and can be found at most
grocery stores. You can also
purchase buckwheat as raw groats and
boil for hot cereal (as seen in the
above image). We highlighted
buckwheat in this month's Recipe
du Jour.
Please look at ingredient labels
when purchasing buckwheat products.
They are often combined with wheat
and corn flours.
You should be familiar with
Quinoa if you read this
eNewsletter regularly. Quinoa is
believed to be the only member of
its biological family. With a
"grain like" texture,
quinoa is also rich in protein,
fiber, zinc, and bioavailable iron.
You can find a quinoa side dish
recipe here.
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| March Sale -
20% OFF |
Nebraska
Cultures Pro Flora Chewables
British
Journal of Nutrition reports
that probiotic supplements taken
during pregnancy may reduce
gestational diabetes by twenty
percent, as well as reduce the risk
of obesity in offspring. Pro Flora
chewables have a great raspberry
taste that kids love.
Carlson
Salmon Oil Softgels
Carlson Calamari Oil Softgels
EPA/DHA
alternatives for those who do not
tolerate purines from anchovy,
mackerel, and sardine fish oils.
NOTE: please contact us directly for
a list of March sale items that
cannot be posted on the Internet.
Order
here
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| Brand
Buzz Video - NEW |
Sweetylight Yacon Tea
Welcome to Brand
Buzz Video, hosted by Food
Consultant Carolyn Martinelli and
produced by Steve Minsky, where once
a month, we recommend a
Bonnie-approved foodstuff, explain
why we like it, and let you know
where you can get it. If you visit
the office, on occasion, we may even
have free samples.
Brand
Buzz Video
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| Did
You Know? NEW |
Kava
Remember when the herb Kava was
highly recommended for relaxation
and anxiety about ten years ago?
After exhibiting awful side effects
and falling out of favor, Kava is
making a comeback as a supplement
and "relaxing drink."
Because Kava is a member of the
pepper family, it is a major
salicylate and highly acidic. Kava
contains hallucinogenic and numbing
chemicals. It is also
contraindicated with numerous
prescription medications. I have
never recommended Kava and never
will because my youngest son had a
serious hallucinogenic reaction
after three days of use.
Most
importantly, avoid Kava for risk of
severe liver damage.
There are numerous, safe nutrients
that address anxiety and help you
relax. Speak to your licensed health
professional about which ones are
right for you.
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Have a happy, healthy day.
Bonnie, Steve, and the staff at
Nutritional Concepts Inc.
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