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Some hope and change for the farmers please?

Journal Sentinel Online, "Reform? Haven't seen it in these versions of farm bill"

 "President Barack Obama told Iowa farmers Monday to pressure Republicans - including the newly minted Republican vice presidential candidate, U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan - to pass a new farm bill. That's the best way to help farmers hard hit by drought, the president argued." (JSOnline) Click the picture above to read the rest of the article by Journal Sentinel out of Milwaukee.

Replenish Electrolytes Naturally

Click for complete Food Babe Article

Check out this blog for some great alternatives to those sugar filled sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade, etc) from a fellow real food advocate. Here is a quick look at her four easy suggestions to replenish your electrolytes with natural foods and not harsh chemicals and refined sugars (click on the link below for the full article):

1. Juice Celery + Apple + Lemon - This juice combination works wonders for replacement of electrolytes. The celery has a natural source of sodium, potassium, magnesium, chloride, and phosphorus. Apple provides additional potassium and natural sweetness. Lemon is the highest electrolyte containing citrus fruit.


2. Stir Sea Salt + Baking Soda + Lemon Juice + Maple Syrup into 8 ounces of Water – This is a great natural remedy for serious endurance athletes – You might think drinking baking soda is a little weird, but it’s been used for centuries to treat various aliments. In this case, it’s added to the mix because it makes the body less acidic and provides an additional source of sodium bicarbonate.


3. Shake Raw Coconut Water + Chia Seeds - Raw coconut water has a ton of electrolytes and potassium that will not only help you stay hydrated but also keep your body from getting any cramps. It is completely natural and very low in sugar. Combine this with a packet of chia seeds and you have a 1-2 punch! Chia seeds are an incredible energy food – full of omega 3 fatty acids, protein, fiber. These seeds have the ability to keep you from getting dehydrated because of they can hold 9 times their weight in water! There are travel packs available that don’t need refrigeration either – perfect for just throwing in your gym bag or purse.


4. Blend Frozen Banana + Almond Milk + Kale – This smoothie is extremely hydrating. The banana provides a good source of potassium and magnesium which help regulate your fluid stores. Almonds are extremely rich in magnesium and potassium. When you make your almond milk, make sure you add sea salt (store bought almond milk already has salt added to it). Kale is a superfood and another excellent source of magnesium and calcium.

( http://foodbabe.com/2012/07/10/the-secret-behind-gatorade-how-to-replenish-electrolytes-naturally/)

**You may also want to check out this article on
 What to Eat Before and After Workouts!**

(http://www.foodmatters.tv/articles-1/what-to-eat-before-and-after-a-workout)

The New Forks Over Knives Cookbook is Out- BUY IT!!

“Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook” Now Available

Just got mine in the mail and can't wait to whip up some goodies! Even if you haven't made the plunge to be vegan, or even vegetarian (my house surely has not), its a great way to get on the road to a plant based diet... or at least to getting more veggies on the dinner table.

Whats going on with the Farm Bill?

An article that gives a good look at the front lines of Food Bill issues.

http://www.sfgate.com/nation/article/Farm-bill-splits-produce-growers-food-activists-3641039.php

What is Your Body Trying to Tell You?

Check out this Food Matters article on 9 symptoms you shouldn't ignore.

 

Click the link below to read the full Food Matters article!

http://www.foodmatters.tv/articles-1/what-is-your-body-trying-to-tell-you-9-symptoms-you-shouldnt-ignore

Meat Without Drugs: a virual video for your viewing pleasure