Dear John,
Happy Spring! As the seasons officially change this week we are basking in warm
Missouri sunshine and enjoying spring temperatures and greener pastures. Hopefully everybody
has recovered from the time change last weekend and is enjoying the warm weather trend! If you have watched the news or been online at all this week, you have probably heard about the
results from the
Red Meat
Consumption and Mortality study from Harvard that was published on Monday. The study has
been following a large group of participants since 1986 and has assessed their diets based on
food frequency
questionnaires, filled out once every four years. They have concluded that a daily serving
of unprocessed red meat increased the risk of mortality by 13%, while a daily serving of processed
red meat increased mortality by 20%. As we're sure you've seen, the headlines that followed
were not at all favorable to red meat. While this has not slowed down our steak consumption at
all, it will cause many to join the "Meatless Monday" bandwagon. We know that all meats are
not created equal, and that there were many other factors not figured into this study and that the
meat itself may not be to blame.
Mark's
Daily Apple posted an excellent breakdown and response to the observational study, showing that
meat alone may not be bringing on the higher mortality risk. Has this study
changed your eating habits at all? We'd love to hear your thoughts - feel free to visit us on
Twitter or
Facebook to leave your feedback. The
NY Times posted a frightening article last
week advising that for the first time in forty years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
has noticed an increase in the number of preschool age children with cavities. Not just one or
two, but kids are visiting the dentist with 6-10 cavities at one time. Many children are
suffering from tooth decay so bad that they require anesthesia, which can be dangerous for young
children. Not surprising, reasons for this increase included poor dental hygiene and children
consuming too many sugary and carb-heavy snacks. To help keep your children out of the
dentist's chair, try to substitute more healthy snacks into their diets. Here are some of our
favorites: Now is a great time to add a few snacks to your next order, the
Cappuccino Ice Cream and
Peanut Butter Honey Bars are both on sale this
week! For a healthier chocolate snack you might try our
Tanzania 72% Dark Chocolate Bars which have been
winning national praise and just restocked last week. Are our kids too clean? As crazy as this might sound, there may
be some truth behind it. A
recent study hints that farm life, or more exposure to the elements, may
actually help breed immunity to bacteria and disease. There are countless antibacterial soaps,
hand sanitizers, and sprays on the market now that may be getting overused. The study compared
Amish children who typically live on the farm to Swiss children who did not grow up on the farm, and
they found that the Amish children had much lower allergy levels than those not living on a
farm. While not everyone has the opportunity to grow up on the farm, we can pay more attention
to how much sanitizer our kids use. The Naturally Engineered blog is again hosting
the
2012 Paleo Community
Survey that we encourage you all to take and share with friends. This provides great
feedback to all of those involved in the paleo lifestyle- whether you are a producer, consumer,
blogger, etc. It also gives us ideas on how to improve our paleo offerings and lets producers
know what consumers are looking for. The
2011 results are very
interesting - especially the polls showing the effects a paleo diet can have on health and energy
levels. This year's survey takes only a minute to fill out, and you will be entered to win
several prize packages! One of our favorite new cookbooks will be released next Tuesday,
March 20. We were lucky enough to receive a preview copy of
Eat Like A Dinosaur last week and love it!
Authored by the
Paleo Parents,
they are hosting a
giveaway to
help you eat your way through the book - visit their
blog for all the details and to get entered to win a kitchen full of
supplies! If you want more ways to win, along with some quick and easy dinner ideas,
visit the
Rubies
& Radishes blog to get entered in an easy US Wellness giveaway for your chance to score a whole
assortment of tasty meat products. Looking for more unique ways to incorporate organ
meats into your diet? Be sure to see our Customer Comments and Recipe sections below for a home chef recipe featuring
Lamb Sweetbreads - you will be amazed with
the results! Spring Regards,
   
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How to Best
Help Your Child Lose Weight: Lose Weight Yourself
 A study by researchers at the University of
California, San Diego School of Medicine and The University of Minnesota indicates that a parent's
weight change is a key contributor to the success of a child's weight loss in family-based treatment
of childhood obesity. The results were just published in the advanced online edition of the journal
Obesity. "We looked at things such as parenting skills and styles, or changing
the home food environment, and how they impacted a child's weight," said Kerri N. Boutelle, PhD,
associate professor of pediatrics and psychiatry at UC San Diego and Rady Children's Hospital-San
Diego. "The number one way in which parents can help an obese child lose weight? Lose weight
themselves. In this study, it was the most important predictor of child weight loss." Recent data suggests that 31 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese, or
between four and five million children. Current treatment programs generally require participation
by both parents and children in a plan that combines nutrition education and exercise with behavior
therapy techniques. "Parents are the most significant people in a child's environment,
serving as the first and most important teachers," said Boutelle "They play a significant role in
any weight-loss program for children, and this study confirms the importance of their example in
establishing healthy eating and exercise behaviors for their kids." The researchers
looked at eighty parent-child groups with an 8 to 12-year-old overweight or obese child, who
participated in a parent-only or parent + child treatment program for five months. The
study focused on evaluating the impact of three types of parenting skills taught in family-based
behavioral treatment for childhood obesity, and the impact of each on the child's body weight: the
parent modeling behaviors to promote their own weight loss, changes in home food environment, and
parenting style and techniques (for example, a parent's ability to help limit the child's eating
behavior, encouraging the child and participating in program activities). Consistent with
previously published research, parent BMI change was the only significant predictor of child's
weight loss. The researchers concluded that clinicians should focus on encouraging
parents to lose weight to help their overweight or obese child in weight management. University of California - San Diego. "How to best help
your child lose weight: Lose weight yourself." ScienceDaily, 14 Mar. 2012. Web. 15 Mar. 2012.
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What Your
Eyebrows May Be Telling You By: Al Sears, MD
Dear
Health-Conscious Reader, I've helped thousands of women look and feel more beautiful at
my clinic over the years. And I know it's important to you to keep your eye area looking
nice and clean with proper eyebrow grooming. But there's something important you should
know. A little refinement with a pair of tweezers is one thing. But if the outer third of
your eyebrow is starting to fall out on its own, that's a different story. If this is
happening, it may mean you're not producing enough thyroid hormone. And that's bad
news. Because when your thyroid is working like it should, you'll have: - Increased energy
- Normal heart rate
- Normal weight
- Better
mood
- Healthy metabolism
- Less stress
- Normal body temperature
- Normal
perspiration
- Strong joints & muscles
- Normal periods
- Regular blood
pressure
- Shiny, lustrous hair
- A sharp memory
- Normal
cholesterol
If your thyroid isn't working as efficiently as it could, you might
experience one or more of over two hundred problems. Besides losing your eyebrows, you might
start to feel chilly all the time. You might notice extra fat around your waist. Maybe you get
headaches a lot, your nails break easily, or your mood may not be as good as it once was. If you recognize any of these symptoms, you're not alone. You have a one in five chance of
developing thyroid issues by the time you're 65 years old. In fact, low thyroid function
is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed conditions today. According to a major study published in
the Archives of Internal Medicine, 13 million Americans are undiagnosed and unaware they have
thyroid issues.(1) But don't rush off to your doctor quite yet...
Continue
Reading..._____________________________________________
Editors Note: Dr. Al Sears, M.D. is a board-certified clinical nutrition
specialist. His practice, Dr. Sears' Health & Wellness Center in Royal Palm Beach, Fla., specializes
in alternative medicine. He is the author of seven books in the fields of alternative medicine,
anti-aging, and nutritional supplementation, including The Doctor's Heart Cure. To get his free
special report on the proven anti-aging strategies for building a vibrant, disease-free life, go
here now. You'll learn how to stop Father Time without giving up
the foods you love.
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The #1 Anti-Aging
Ingredient in Pizza (Hint: It's NOT Tomatoes!)
By: Kelley Herring
In the last two editions of the US Wellness Meats
newsletter, I shared
the many health benefits of turmeric and rosemary and the best ways to incorporate these flavorful,
functional foods in your diet.
Today I'm going to share another common herb with some
amazingly uncommon health benefits...
Oregano: The Cell-Protecting Pizza Herb
The nostalgic smell you associate with your family's spaghetti dinners may
make you feel like a kid again. And research shows indulging in this culinary tradition could truly
turn back the hands of time.
That's
because oregano - the predominant herb in Italian food that's often called the "pizza herb" - is a
chart-topper when it comes to fighting free radicals. Dried oregano weighs in with an ORAC score of
200,129. That's 110 times more antioxidant power than oranges... 42 times more than apples...and 30
times more than blueberries on a gram-per-gram basis.
Studies also show that oregano has stronger antioxidant capacity than two
common synthetic antioxidant preservatives commonly added to processed food-BHT (butylated
hydroxytoluene) and BHA (butylated bydroxyanisole).
But oregano doesn't just protect the healthy cells in your body. It can help eliminate
unwanted cells too. In fact, oregano is one of the most potent antimicrobial herbs ever
tested!
Fights Food-Borne
Bacteria, Immune-Wrecking Fungus and More!
A recent study conducted at
Georgetown University Medical Center found that oregano is effective against a wide range of
microbial nasties, including Staph, E. coli, H. pylori, Mycobacterium and others. The study authors
were so impressed by oregano's ability and long-standing safety record that they suggested it could
be used to prevent and treat severe bacterial infections, including antibiotic-resistant
infections.
Another study found that oregano oil is a better treatment for the
water-borne illness Giardia than the powerful prescription drugs commonly prescribed to treat the
illness.
But oregano doesn't just fend off pathogens - it can help you maintain a healthy
balance of bacteria in your gut as well...
Continue Reading... ____________________________________________ Ed.
Note: Kelley Herring is the Founder and Editor of
Healing Gourmet - the leading provider of organic, sustainable recipes and
meal plans for health and weight loss. Be sure to grab Healing Gourmet's free books - Eating
Clean & Saving Green: Your Guide to Organic Foods on a Budget (includes 100+ foods at the
best prices) and Eat Your Way Into Shape: Flip Your Body's Fat Blasting Switch and Melt 12
Pounds in 2 Weeks (includes a delicious 7 day meal plan!).
Claim your free copies
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Dr. Eric Serrano MD,
MS, BC
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Dr. Serrano,
I have what I believe is a plantar fibroma
on my foot, a painful lump right in the middle of the arch, about the size of a kidney bean. It
isn't a skin condition like a corn or callous, but down in the deeper tissues. I have read as
much as I can find on the condition - are there any dietary factors that contribute to it? I am
overweight and have trouble with my knees and other joints, and I do think that stress from weight
on the plantar fascia may have caused injury that started the lump forming as well, but I would like
to know if there is anything dietary I can do about it. I have been attempting, though
sporadically, to follow the Weston A. Price guidelines.
Beth
Longview, WA
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Dear Beth,
Sorry those fibromas can be very painful and yes,
they do start like you stated and obesity plays a very important part in it.
You stated that sporadically you follow the Weston A.
Price diet. I'm sorry but that doesn't work. If you want to work at it and really want to get
rid of the condition all the way, not halfway, you must start a good diet, and also stretch your
plantar aspect.
You don't give me any other details but eventually if
you don't make drastic changes sometimes surgery is the only way out of this problem.
PS
- Patients with food allergies have a tendency to have more fibromas.
Best of success,
Dr.
Serrano
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This is a friendly reminder to email health and wellness questions to eathealthy@grasslandbeef.com for the Dr. Serrano question and answer
series. Answers will appear in future issues of the weekly newsletter under your first name
only. Dr. Serrano has been so kind to offer his expertise to any question involving health and
wellness.
Dr. Serrano has advanced degrees in
nutrition, kinesiology and wellness and has a wealth of knowledge from both his farm background, 15
years of clinical experience, and as an award-winning professor at Ohio State Medical School. Dr.
Serrano has an outstanding family practice on the outskirts of Columbus, Ohio and works with a
select group of professional athletes.
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Athlete Corner - Scott
Mendelson Q&A
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 Get Rid of Gut Fat Fast for
Summer!
By: Scott Mendelson
Scott,
I am far from pool ready if you know what I mean
and there is only a couple of months before I want to have my shirt off without being
embarrassed. I do not need to look like a professional bodybuilder, but want to look lean and
muscular. I have been training really hard and eating in a very disciplined manner, but my gut
will just not budge over the last five years even though my over all body fat is much lower.
Any suggestions?
Mike
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Mike,
My email box has been overflowing since some weather
improvements hit in March. I wish I had a penny for every person who emailed me telling me there
were lean all over except for one trouble spot. A consistent execution of the right tactics
can lower midsection body fat very quickly, but this is not the type of program you can design out
on your own. In two months you can make a great deal of progress by lowering body fat
levels in specific areas.
Shut Off Fat Storage
Receptors
All men have a high density of fat storage receptors
while women have more problems with fat storage in the lower body. These fat storage
receptors must be shut off so the body can burn more stored fat as fuel. Many trainees
sabotage themselves by over-training and making big mistakes with diet which leads to activating fat
storage receptors and ultimately making matters worse. Those with high stress levels will have
the most stubborn trouble spot fat deposits as their hormonal make up can also trigger fat
storing.
Are You Hurting Your
Progress?
At times trainees are their own worst enemies by
using the wrong tactics to achieve their goals. Training and nutrition are complicated and require
planning to ensure the fastest rates or progress. This is where I come in to help clients
achieve long term goals in the shortest possible time frame. The most common methods that I see
backfire are a high volume of steady state cardio, fatigue driven weight training sessions and
eating too little over an extended period of time. If you are caught in these trends, specific
programs are needed to revive fat burning mechanisms...
Continue
Reading...
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Fat Burning Special Reports Email scott@infinityfitness.com to discuss
your goals and for copies of the Belly Fat Slashing Special Report, 10 Minute Fat Loss
Interval Workout, and The Macronutrient Cycling for Fat Loss article. ____________________________________________ Infinity Fitness INC provides training, fitness, and nutritional information for educational
purposes. It is important that you consult with a health professional to ensure that your dietary
and health needs are met. It is necessary for you to carefully monitor your progress and to make
changes to your nutritional and fitness program to enjoy success. Infinity Fitness does not employ
dietitians or health professionals and assumes no responsibility or liability for your personal
health and condition. For more information regarding our Limited Warranty for products and services,
please see our disclaimer at
InfinityFitness.com. Copyright © Infinity Fitness INC All
Rights Reserved 2010This
document is provided by Infinity Fitness INC for general guidance only, and does not constitute the
provision of health or fitness advice. The information is provided "as is" with no
assurance or guarantee of completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the information, and without
warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of performance,
merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose. Email new questions for Scott Mendelson via: eathealthy@grasslandbeef.com
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Hello US Wellness, Last night I cooked the
Lamb Sweetbreads in a red-wine and herb poaching liquid
for 10 minutes, drained, dipped in flour and fried in your lamb fat together with thinly sliced
onions and fennel. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised how good it was. I'm not
normally fond of organ meats, but am trying to eat more, since I'm pregnant. I'm glad I gave it a
try. And many recipes say that you need to eat organ meats fresh, not frozen, but I've had it in my
freezer for probably 2 months and it still tasted great. Oh, and I gave a little
bit of it raw to my cat and he devoured it too. Thanks from our whole family! Nevra
www.churnyourown.comOn food, nutrition, cooking & holistic
living(See the recipe below!)
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Lamb Sweetbreads
Ingredients:
- 1 lb
lamb sweetbreads
- 1/2 bulb fennel, coarsely chopped, plus 1/2 bulb, thinly sliced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 4
cloves of garlic, unpeeled, sliced in half
- 2
onions - one chopped and 1 thinly sliced
- 2-3
cups red wine plus enough water to cover the rest of the broth ingredients
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- Mixed dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage, bay leaves, etc)
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon fennel seed
- 1
teaspoon celery seed
- Pinch of red chile
flakes
- 1 teaspoon black
peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon salt, plus more to
taste
- 1-2 cups of pasture raised
lamb fat,
beef fat or lard
- 1-2 cups flour
- Lemon slices,
as a condiment
Directions:
- Soak the
sweetbreads in several changes of ice water for 2 hours.
- Make a broth by boiling together the fennel,
carrots, celery, garlic, chopped onion, wine, vinegar and herbs and spices for about 20 minutes.
Strain the solids out and return liquid to a boil. Add the sweetbreads and return to a simmer. Cook
~10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a tall-sided pot, heat the fat to 375 degrees. Make sure you
have at least 2 inches of fat or it will cool too much when you add the sweetbreads.
Alternatively, if you fry it in a cast iron skillet, which has a high heat capacity, you can get
away with less fat.
- Dredge the sweetbreads in the flour mixed with some salt and fry for about 1
minute until the sweetbreads are brown and crispy. Next, dredge the sliced onion and fennel in the
flour mixture and fry in the fat until brown, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Serve the
sweetbreads on the nest of fried onion and fennel with lemon wedges on the
side.
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Recipe compliments of Nevra at
Churn Your Own, photo comes from
Cooking in Sens. If you are a blogger or food artist and would like to see
your recipes published simply email them to
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