Continuing with the theme of mindfulness, this week the resolution is to use cues to cultivate mindfulness.
The Doctors and staff at Okanagan Optical (Sunglass Cove) have a goal this summer – to keep your children’s eyes healthy and protected from damaging UV rays. That’s why they’re celebrating UV Groovy Day on Saturday, June 18, by giving away free sunglasses to children ages five and under.
Did you know that you get more ultraviolet (UV) exposure by the time you’re 16 than during the rest of your life? Studies show that children’s retinas absorb more harmful UV rays than those of adults. While people are concerned about their own eye protection, they often forget about their kids’ eyes.
Protecting kids eyes from exposure to UV today, greatly decreases a child’s chances of developing cataracts and macular degeneration later in life.
12
Jun
2011
An apple a day just doesn’t cut it anymore, and too many apples could make you fat.
That’s the advice of Iva Young, a nutritional expert who warns that the wrong kinds of fruits can actually do more harm than good.
“We really should be smart about the fruits we consume,” said Young, author of Healthy Mom (www.ivayoung.com). “After all, remember that fruits are very similar to breads, pastas, rice, and other high carbohydrate-rich foods in that fruits are high in carbs. That is one reason why we should only consume a certain amount, and choose the fruits that are lower in sugar. If you pick the right fruits and eat the proper portions, then you will give your body what it needs and it will benefit greatly from your efforts.”
So, which fruits offer the biggest health boost? Young named the following fruits, all of which are comparatively low in sugar, as her top five:
In the last video, you had a chance to take a quiz about how mindful you happen to be. This week’s resolution is to resolution is to meditate on koans. Wondering what a koan is? Listen!
5
Jun
2011
Pasta is one of the staples of the North American diet, but it need not taste like a staple.
“It is so much more than just grabbing a jar of generic sauce at the store, boiling some water and mixing it all up in a bowl,” said Dave Hirschkop, the namesake of the Dave’s Gourmet (www.davesgourmet.com) line of sauces and veteran pasta and sauce aficionado. “There are subtle secrets in every step of the process, from choosing the sauce, boiling the water, and plating the finished meal that can take an everyday dull meal and turn it into a gourmet dining experience.”
He should know. His sauces have been named tops in the industry by the Sofi Awards two years running, making him a recognized expert in designing the perfect bowl of pasta. His tips include:
1
Jun
2011
The Summer issue has arrived! You can pick up around town or check out the on-line version here.
Enjoy the sunny days everyone!
1
Jun
2011
Urban Harvest Organic Delivery (offering service to the Central Okanagan from Peachland to Winfield) brings the farm to your doorstep! They deliver the freshest, certified organic produce, as well as free-range eggs, organic dairy products, tofu, micro-roasted coffees, teas, juice, Little Creek dressings, dips, salsas, and more! Urban Harvest purchases as much as they can locally and offers opportunities for you to learn about the source of your food through their website, weekly newsletters, and seasonal celebrations!
For those who prefer to do their own shopping (or delivery customers needing a top-up), they also offer a weekly Saturday Market from 9am to 1pm at their 806 Crowley Ave warehouse location, where you will find warehouse pricing, beautiful organic produce, and a great sense of community! Find out more at www.urbanharvest.ca or contact us at 250-868-2704.
Prize includes:
1 month of free Regular Harvest Box deliveries (4 Harvest Box deliveries @ $33 = $132 value)
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