Nutrition Stop News
Volume 29, Issue 8
Nutrition Stop Is:
Owner
Patrick Mulhern
Newsletter Publisher
Co-owner
Theresa Mulhern
Office Manager
Nancy Kuberski
Manager
Rick Kwiatkowski
August 2015
Health & Wellness
Monthly Challenge
Each month this year we are focusing on one healthy practice that you
are probably already doing, but would like to do a bit more or better.
The plan challenges us to add a new habit every month, and by yearend, the accumulative effect will be a healthier you.
In January we were challenged to Drink More Water, February we
were challenged to Get Fit by exercising more, March we were challenged to Get More Sleep, April to Get More Fresh Air, May to use
more Non-Toxic Personal Care Products, June to Get More Sunshine, and in July to Eat More Vegetables. We hope you will continue making progress with those seven challenges and will now commit
to
August 2015
Chew Your Food Better!
I’m sure all of us can remember our mother saying, “Slow down and chew
Manager
Philip Nelson
Tech Support
Mike Mills
Sales Associates:
Dawn Jones
Jill Leake
Josh Svoboda
Denise White
your food!” Most of us chew and swallow our food way too fast. Inadequate chewing will shortchange our nutrition because digestion starts
in our mouth. The chewing process (mastication) is actually an extremely important step in digestion, making it easier for your intestines
to absorb nutrients from food particles as they pass through.
How Many Chews Is Enough?
In terms of optimal number of chews, recommendations are all over
the board. Most studies seem to top out at 40 chews per bite. However, Horace Fletcher, aka "The Great Masticator" and founder of the
chewing movement (if you can call it that), preached 100 chews per
bite. This may be excessive for most people, but there's something to
be said for taking your time and chewing as long as you're comfortably
able. I think it makes sense to not obsess over the number of
chews, but simply chew until your food liquefies and loses all texture.
Benefits Of Chewing Your Food:
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Aids your digestion. When we take large bites of food and swallow them down without chewing we have digestion problems like bloating, gas, heartburn, and burping etc. The more we
chew, the better our food will be broken down (with the help of digestive enzymes released
in our mouth) prior to entering our stomach. Better digestion will give us increased energy.
“Chew before you swallow, stomachs don’t have teeth.”
•
Boost nutrient absorption. We can eat the best nutrient dense, healthy, and organic foods
available, but if we don’t chew them well they won’t be digested and metabolized very efficiently.
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Control your weight. When you chew your food more consciously, you’ll naturally slow down
how quickly you are eating. When you slow down your eating, you allow yourself the chance
to be aware of your hunger and satiety cues, which can decrease your risk of overeating.
•
Appreciate your food. When you slow down your eating to mindfully chew, you also allow
yourself the time to truly appreciate the meal. Allow yourself the chance to appreciate the
fact that you have food on your plate—that the food is God-given and nourishing. Maybe we
should think about the process the food has gone through from its origin to our plate. Being
totally thankful for God’s provisions. Fostering an environment that emphasizes food appreciation instead of deprivation is the foundation of a healthy relationship with food.
We Have Expanded Our Essential Oil Selection
Nutrition Stop is now carrying more essential oils. We also have added the “Now” brand 100%
pure and certified organic essential oils including citronella, eucalyptus, lavender, lemon, orange, peppermint, rosemary, and tea tree.
We also have some blends:
Cheer Up Buttercup—uplifting
Clean The Air—purifying
Mental Focus—focusing blend
Peaceful Sleep—relaxing
NEW
Peace & Harmony—calming
Naturally Loveable—romance
Wyndmere’s AromaSens Ultrasonic Nebulizer $59.99
Digitally controlled shut-off when minimum water level is reached with three timer
options—1 hour, 2 hour, and continuous. Safe to use—no heat or glass. Easy to
clean—tube free— clog free!
Wyndmere’s SpaScenter $35.99
This electric diffuser is designed to derive the optimum therapeutic benefits from essential oils by using cool evaporation combined with air circulation.
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Nutrition Stop News
Staff Favorites
Denise’s Staff Pick: Organic Strawberries
The last time I ate conventional strawberries from a major producer while
at a family function I truly began appreciating the amazing flavor of our organic strawberries. We are getting them in fresh nearly every Wednesday now. Get 'em while you can and savor every one! -Denise
Jill’s Staff Favorite: Almond Meal/Flour
A high-fat food that's good for your health? That's not an oxymoron, its almonds. Almonds are
high in monounsaturated fats, the same type of health-promoting fats as are found in olive oil,
which have been associated with reduced risk of heart disease. In addition to healthy fats and
vitamin E, a quarter-cup of almonds contains 62 mg. of magnesium plus 162 mg. of potassium.
Almond flour is simply skinless, blanched almonds that have been ground. Looking for an alternative flour for baked goods? Almond flour is not only ultra versatile and easy to work with, it is
GLUTEN FREE, VEGAN, PALEO, LOW CARB, HIGH PROTEIN, HIGH FIBER, and DELICIOUS! Almond flour is also appropriate for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. It does not impart a particularly “almond” flavor to the baked goods and it produces a satisfying firm, but very moist texture. Because almonds are high in healthful fats, recipes require much lower quantities of other
added fat. Try almond flour cookies, muffins, or cakes. I have even made my own pizza crust using almond flour!
You can find Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour in one pound packages in our gluten-free
grocery aisle, or choose your own quantity from our bulk bin section. We also carry
Paleo and Gluten Free cookbooks loaded with ideas for baking with almond flour in
our book section. You will find this healthy alternative flour produces superior results! -Jill
VEGA PROTEIN & GREENS
People of all ages will love VEGA’S NEW PROTEIN & GREENS!
Vega Protein & Greens covers the basics as a convenient protein boost that makes nutrition onthe-go feel—and taste—like a piece of cake.
• Vanilla
• 20 grams of plant - based protein
• Chocolate
• 2 servings of greens
• Tropical
• 110 calories and no sugar added
• Gluten - free
• Berry
• Non - GMO and Certified Vegan
• Natural
• Made without dairy, soy, artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners
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The Last Word...
“God Wants Us
To Chew
On His Word”
Pastor Rick Warren
from Saddleback Church
and author of
The Purpose Driven Life.
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