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Greetings!
Love is in the air this month as paper valentines and candy hearts are exchanged all around us. You might be thinking about doing something special for your spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend or family members: a special meal, fresh flowers, a meaningful gift. Have you thought about the one who loves you most?
I am referring to the one who is always there for you - the one who never lets you down, no matter how bad the treatment - the one who processes, digests and assimilates not only your food but your thoughts and surroundings as well. It's a big job, but it is a labor of love. Do you get any love from you?
This month, show your inner self how grateful you are for its unending service and faithfulness. This means expressing love through the food you feed yourself and the thoughts you choose to think. Take note of the number of times you consciously opt for a poor food choice or a negative thought and turn it around. Do you love yourself enough to stop hurting yourself?
True love is all about what's in your heart. Who would understand that better than your body, your inner self, your gut intuition? It's only in there where real healing and vibrant health can manifest.
Sending much love to you,
Jennifer
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Healthy Cooking 101
Three-class series begins March 1
"What should I be eating?"
"How should I be cooking?"
"What should I be buying?"
If you find yourself asking questions like these, then join us for a three-class
cooking series that will change your perspective about
what's feeding your body and
what's harming your body
In each class, we will discuss what's missing from our diets, how to add those foods in, and then create and share three simple, healthful and delicious dishes that are sure to become your family favorites
(especially since they are in my house!)
Discover how simple, inexpensive
and delicious cooking for your health's sake can be.
Dates: Mondays - March 1, 8, 15, 2010
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Place: Smithtown High School East
Cost includes class, recipes and dinner Residents: $31 Non-residents: $38 Seniors: $27A $15 food fee will be collected in class
To register, call Smithtown Adult Education at 631-382-2090
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Create your own cooking class
Choose your theme
If you can't make one of our scheduled cooking classes, but really want to attend, then grab a few friends and create your own!
You choose the date, the topic and the food!
Topics can be customized for your individual health concerns or may include:
Cooking for weight loss
Cooking to build natural immunity
Cooking for thyroid disorders
Cooking for the holidays
Seasonal cooking (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter themes)
Eating for energy
Cooking for diabetes
Cooking for sugar addiction
Lunches on-the-go
Geographically-themed classes:
Italian, Greek, Asian, Spanish/Tapas, Mediterranean, Latin
Location: 167 Rosewood Road, Kings Park
Cost: $35 includes class, recipes and meal
*minimum of 5 class participants is required
*off-site classes available for additional charge
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Wild By Nature Tour
New date - Space still available!
Do you think you have to sacrifice
good
food and your health to save money in this
economy?
Have you always wanted someone to help you sift
through
all the confusing health information out there,
and teach you how to shop with confidence for
you
and your family?
Here is your chance!
Join Feeding Your Life for a fun
introduction to
shopping well, saving money, and staying
healthy at
Wild By Nature.
TOPICS INCLUDED DURING THE
TOUR:
· organic vs. conventional vs.
genetically modified foods
· saving money while eating healthy
· eating with the seasons
· the nutritional benefits of various foods
· selecting produce
· buying in bulk
· shopping for whole grains and breads
· understanding a nutrition label/becoming a
food detective
· healthy and not-so-healthy snacks
· tips to bake nutritiously; using alternative
flours and
sweeteners
· alternatives to pasta and refined
carbohydrates
· the pros and cons of dairy and animal
products
· cooking with fats and oils
· the importance of natural home and beauty
products
· teas, supplements and superfoods
· and so much more!
DATE: Monday, February 8, 2010
TIME: 7:00pm- 8:00pm
LOCATION: WILD BY NATURE, 198 Main Street
(25A), East Setauket
Cost is $25 per person and includes
store
tour and
information packet
Bring a notebook and your questions!
Space is limited to first 5 participants
Registration is
required
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Recipe of the Month
Beet and goat cheese risotto
Those of you who know me know that risotto is one of my all-time favorite dishes to make. If you have been to my house, chances are I have made you risotto. This one has Valentine's Day written all over it: the beets (and other red, antioxidant-rich ingredients) lend their beautiful color to the rice for a heart-healthy and super-special treat. It's nearly impossible to miss the love in this dish ~
5 cups vegetable stock
1 1/12 cups diced cooked beets
4 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons chopped thyme, plus extra for garnish
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or short-grain brown rice
1/2 cup red wine
3 oz. soft goat cheese, diced
1 cup pecans (or pignoli), toasted and chopped
4 cups packed baby spinach, chopped
Celtic sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Place stock and any beet juices in a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. In a separate saucepan, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper and cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the rice and stir for 1 minute until grains are glossy. Stir in wine and bring to a boil for a few minutes, until wine is absorbed. Stir in beets and lower to medium heat.
Ladle in 1 cup of stock, and stir until absorbed. Continue to add about 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed before adding the next cup, until rice is al dente and all stock has been absorbed. Stir in spinach.
Remove from heat and gently stir in goat cheese and pecans. Cover and allow to stand for a few minutes until cheese has melted.
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Spring detox group
Starts April 15
Looking to ease into Spring with a body cleanse?Want support from a professional during your detox?Turned off by extreme or unhealthy quick-fixes?Join us for a four-week transition to Spring and cleanse your body the healthy way.For more information, see next month's newsletter or click here to contact Jennifer
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Referrals are the greatest compliment! Please forward this newsletter to a friend or loved one who might benefit from the information found here.
As always, I love to hear from people who are enthusiastic about great food and improving their health ~ feel free to contact me any time with questions, comments or suggestions for a future newsletter.
All the best in health and happiness,
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Jennifer Kelly
Feeding Your Life, Inc.
347-564-3600
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