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Chlorella
Powder, tablets, capsules
Among the richest source of chlorophyll
Contains Omega 3 Fatty acids, anti-oxidants, carotenoids, RNA and DNA (nucleic acids), proteins, vitamins, minerals Aids the body in elimination of heavy metals & other toxins such as PCBs, mercury, and leadChlorella is a whole food, and a fibrous material which greatly augments healthy digestion and overall digestive track health
Less moistening than Spirulina and least cooling; least bitter and more neutral

Spirulina Tablets
capsules; powder
A micorscopic plant that contains over 70% protein content, it is the higest, most potent, and the most digestible protein source
Contains complete amino acid content
Among the richest source of chlorophyll
Source of gamma linolenic acid, vitamin B12, phycocyanin, sulfolipids, beta carotene, and other caotenoids, vitamins
Contains anti-viral, anti-cancer, and immune stimulating properties
Good for food cravings, diabetes, sugar addicts, & people detoxing from alcohol right when they stop
Not for those with dampness or excess
Rice w/Spirulina make a good travel food
Keeps good for about 3 years

Wild Blue Green AlgaeTablets
capsules; powder
Start with a small dose in the morning on an empty stomach (not at night); take with tea or juice, not with food; too much will give you gas
Very cooling, especially to kidneys - so use with ginger
A mental stimulant
Detoxifies the liver
Burns up body fat
Good for depression

Wheatgrass
Powder, juice - should be consume within 2 minutes of pressing
Wheatgrass is a variety of grass that is used like an herbal medicine for its therapeutic and nutritional properities; the common grains of barley, rye, and oat grow grasses are equally potent.
Juice is a crude chlorophyll
Can be taken orally and as colon implant without toxic side effects
High in enzymes, magnesium, and oxygen which promotes the functions of the brain and body tissues
Superior detoxification agent
Good for skin, hair, teeth, blood disorder, anti-aging
Improves digestions, eases constipation, and keeps bowles open
Grasses are a balanced source of nutrients and a complete life sustaining food; they contains many essential amino acids, vitamins, minerals & trace minerals, essential fatty acids, and over 80 identified enzymes

Barley Grass
Tablets, capsules, powder
Contains large amounts of natural chlorophyll and antioxidants, one being the enzyme Super Oxide Dismulase (SOD) which neutralizes free radicals, also other antioxidants that prevents aging at the cellular level and strengthens the body's immunity
Highly nutritious and rich in calcium, iron, vitamin B1 & C & B12
20% Protein
Not as sweet as wheatgrass

Labels: greens, spirulina, superfoods, wheatgrass

"For their own selfish reasons, the TWU [Transport Workers Union] has decided that their demands are more important than the law, the city and the people they serve."— New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg on striking transit workers

Every day and night your skin requires certain basics to defend against any environmental conditions. When skin is healthy and functioning normally, the surface feels and looks smoother (because it is) and is therefore better able to hold on to water and keep skin cells intact, preventing dehydration. So the following recommendations are for year-round care and then a few extras when the humidity drops to zero, and your skin needs a little more help to behave.

You still need sunscreen: Daylight, even dim, obscure daylight causes skin damage which means it slowly becomes less and less able to hold moisture or feel smooth. Sun-damaged skin has minimal ability to function in a normal, healthy manner.
State-of-the-art moisturizers: If you do use a moisturizer it should be filled to the brim with antioxidants, water-binding agents, and anti-inflammatory ingredients. Anything less leaves your skin incapable of warding off the environmental causes of dry skin. Dove Essentials, Clinique, and Neutrogena have some of the best, most reasonably priced options.
Apply and reapply moisturizer: You can't use too much, so when your skin starts feeling dry, put on more. Be diligent about reapplying moisturizer every time you wash your hands. Don't forget to keep a moisturizer in your purse, at your desk, and in every bathroom in your home.
Avoid soap, use only gentle cleansers: This can not be stressed enough. Never use a cleanser that is harsher on your skin than the weather outside, and that includes from the neck down. Do not scrub skin, you can't scour away dry skin.
Avoid soaking in the bathtub, Jacuzzi, or taking long showers: As wonderful as a leisurely bath or shower feels, too much water is bad for skin. Inundating skin with water breaks down the substances that keep skin cells intact. Keep showers or baths short. Do not rub or be overly agressive with your towel. This will only break down skin and result in more dryness.
After bathing or showing, apply a moisturizer as soon as you can: Skin is more vulnerable after it is clean (all the water and even gentle cleansers can remove essential substances that keep skin soft and smooth), the sooner you get a moisturizer on will help keep any moisture on the surface of skin from escaping into the environment.
Get a humidifier: Low humidity is the cause of most weather-related dry skin, whether it is winter or a desert environment. Humdifiers are relatively inexpensive, last a long time, and work for the whole family. If you have a large home, you may need two or three humidifiers to gain benefit.
Avoid putting oils in your bath water: It does not make much sense to pour bath oils into bath water because most of the oil goes down the drain. It also makes the bathtub slippery and dangerous. Bath oils also encourage you to soak for longer periods of time in the tub and that isn't good for skin. Oils are best applied when you get out of the bath or shower.
Exfoliate: I know this sounds strange, after all you want to keep your skin cells from flaking, but a well-formulated AHA or BHA exfoliant can help cell turnover, which is not (or at least should not be) the same as skin cells becoming flaky. Helping skin do what it should do year-round (turn over the top layer and replace it with newer, smoother cells that can better protect skin) is a great way to prevent dryness. Cell turnover is a primary function of healthy skin, but due to sun damage (almost everyone has some amount of sun damage) skin needs help doing this efficiently. An exfoliant can assist beautifully.
Use olive oil: At night, after you've applied your moisturizer, massage a few drops of extra virgin olive oil over stubborn dry areas. Olive oil is not only incredibly emollient (and it will absorb if you don't use too much) it is rich in antioxidants and that is great for skin.
Don't forget your lips: Lips are the least capable of staying smooth and soft when the air becomes dry. They lack the lipids and cell structure the rest of the face has and, as a result, are far more vulnerable to the effects of dry air. During the day and night be sure to put an emollient lip gloss or lip balm on your lips. Be sure it doesn't contain any irritating ingredients—peppermint and menthol can cause irritation and that won't help dry lips.

"BILL Clinton and George Bush Sr. have been named 'Partners of the Year' by Time magazine. In fact, they've become so close, they're thinking of making a cowboy movie together" — David Letterman

The type A person reacts to the alarm stage of stress intellectually, producing anxiety and irritability. As the stress continues, the immune system is affected, leading to further problems. These negative effects of stress can be countered by quieting techniques such as yoga or meditation. Other quieting type exercises like hiking, swimming, and bicycling are also helpful.

TYPE A

Highly Beneficial: Rainbow trout, sea trout, whitefish, salmon, soya cheese, soy milk, olive and flaxseed oils, peanuts, lentils, black eyed peas, buckwheat, amaranth, Ezekial bread, rice cakes, broccoli, carrots, kale, spinach and many other vegetables, apricots, grapefruit, pineapple, juice of these fruits, ginger, garlic, mustard, rose hips tea, coffee, red wine, and green tea.

Neutral: Chicken, turkey, ocean perch, sea bass, swordfish, goat cheese, yogurt, kefir, cod liver oil, almonds, filberts, macadamia nuts, green peas, snap beans, rice, corn flakes, gluten-free bread, wild rice, spelt noodles, cauliflower, celery, corn, apples, grapes, melons, peaches, pears, apple and grape juice, very many spices, pickles, jelly, dandelion tea, senna tea, and white wine.

Avoid: All red meats, anchovy, catfish, clam, American cheese, cottage cheese, brie, buttermilk, corn oil, peanut oil, brazil nuts, cashews, navy beans, kidney beans, red beans, grapenuts, shredded wheat, granola, whole wheat bread, white and whole wheat flour, cabbage, all potatoes, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, black pepper, catnip tea, beer, and distilled liquor.

Type A’s flourish on somewhat more vegetarian diets.

Craving more food-inspired innovation? Check out Amsterdam's Food Facility, a temporary restaurant without a kitchen, hosted by Mediamatic. Diners at the venue go online to check out menus from existing take-out restaurants in the area, while a food advisor informs them about the quality of the food and estimated delivery times, and then places their order. A food DJ takes the order from the delivery person and does away with the packing materials, before the food advisor serves the food at one's table.
Mixing and matching is encouraged: negotiating with other guests makes it possible to have Tom Ka Ka as a starter, spareribs as a main course and tiramisu for dessert. Open Fridays and Saturdays until December 11th, this (not for profit) art concept gives a whole new meaning to BEING SPACES, and should be the starting point for many a brainstorming session on what other hybrid entertainment concepts you can create, from separating production and consumption to marrying online and offline worlds.

Making things easier for time-challenged and choice-fatigued consumers has been one of the holy grails of marketing for years. Combine that with the never ending quest for beauty, desirability and health (really, consumers can be so predictable!), and you could come up with a business idea like Florida's Seasons 52: a sophisticated grill and wine bar that only serves dishes under 475 calories. As the name suggests, the menu is seasonal, shaken up slightly every week to make the best of available market produce. Aside from their fresh list of ingredients, Seasons 52 abides strictly by healthy cooking techniques like grilling and roasting over open-fire oak burning grills. The chain is part of Darden Restaurants, the world's largest casual dining restaurant company.

LET'S HOPE THIS TREND CONTINUES! KUDOS!!

If you had to pick and choose:

Fruits and Vegetables
Go For…organic strawberries, peaches, apples, pears, spinach, and green beans
Worry Less about peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, and eggplant

Meat, Poultry, Fish, Eggs
Go For… organic beef

Worry Less about organic fish, poultry, or eggs

Dairy Products
Go For… organic all the time!

ALMONDS:
Sweet almonds are the most widely cultivated variety and are a good source of calcium. Believed to have originated in the Middle East, they are now grown in California, Southern Europe, Western Asia, South Australia and South Africa and are available year round in a variety of forms.

one third cup contains:
calories / protein / fat = 280 / 9g / 24g (81% of calories) primarily monounsaturates

CASHEWS
Cashews make wonderfully rich butters and are a satisfying addition to salads and stir fry. While lower in total fat than most nuts, cashews have a higher ratio of saturated fats.

one third cup contains:
calories / protein / fat = 260 / 7g / 21g

PEANUTS
Peanuts originated in South America but have become an important crop throughout the tropics and in the southern half of the U.S. They have a high protein and fiber content. With oil content around 50%, they are a significant source of oil for commercial cooking and as an ingredient in salad oils and margarines. Peanuts are almost always sold with some of their fat removed.

Peanuts contain resveratrol, a phytochemical also found in the skins of red grapes, red wine and some berries that is ostensibly beneficial to the heart. The red skin on Spanish peanuts is reputedly a concentrated source of this phytochemical.

one third cup contains:
calories / protein / fat = 280 / 11g / 24g (70% of calories) primarily monounsaturated

PECANS
However you say it, these buttery, slightly bittersweet nuts delight the tongue. Famous for their use in pecan pie, they also add flavor and texture to quick breads, cakes, cookies, candies, and ice cream. Good as they are, their high oil content (nearly 70%) and low protein reserves them for "special occasion" treats.

one third cup contains:
calories / protein / fat = 240 / 3g / 24g (87% of calories) primarily monounsaturated

PUMPKIN SEEDS
Called "Pepitas" in Spanish, Pumpkin seeds are commonly eaten roasted as a snack or in casseroles, salads, soups and some bread. High in Omega-3 fatty acids. High concentrations of protein and zinc.

one third cup contains:
calories / protein / fat = 90 / 4g / 4g (70% of calories) primarily polyunsaturated

WALNUTS
Walnuts have come into greater favor recently because they contain omega-3 fatty acids, a heart-healthy compound. But walnuts were roasted and enjoyed by our hunter-gatherer ancestors as long as 8,000 years ago.

one third cup contains:
calories / protein / fat = 210 / 5g / 20g (89% of calories) primarily polyunsaturated

Wheatgrass is simply the young, leafy form of the wheat plant. It’s no more a magic food or super food than any other young leafy plant. However, that being said, if you are at all familiar with our website, you will know that we are big fans of minimally steamed green leafy vegetables, and that we are strong believers of the healing power found in fresh vegetables. In some ways, it makes more sense to think about wheatgrass as a green leafy vegetable than as a cereal grain, because in its young plant stage, the balance of amino acids, vitamins, and phytonutrients is definitely different that in its later development. Also, when wheatgrass is juiced, a fairly large amount of the whole plant gets included in the juice. We disagree that wheatgrass “packs more punch” than the other green leafy vegetables on our website, and in general, we believe that all vegetables are bests eaten in their whole form. However, we also see no reason to exclude wheatgrass juice from your meal plan – just don’t let it replace your consumption of the other World’s Healthiest Foods. We don’t know if there is a certain amount that “should” be consumed each day. We would suggest that if you are interested in trying wheat grass, to try to slowly incorporate it into your diet and see how you feel. You will be the best judge of how it will support you.

Yerba mate is a traditional drink of the indigenous people of South America, notably Paraguay, where it has been enjoyed for a very long time. It has a blend of nutrients and antioxidants. And while it has caffeine, many people report that instead of the up and down jump or the jittery feeling that they may get from coffee, the balance of caffeine like compounds in mate produces a more uplifting sense of energy.

New York Post today had an article on this new trend -- Yerba Mate -- I don't know how I missed it??? check it out here --> http://www.nypost.com/living/58689.htm