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Mission to Wellness Newsletter
A natural way to good health
Daryl F. Moss, HHC, AADP
Board Certified Holistic Health Counselor
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April 2012 |
Volume 4, Issue 4
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Greetings! 
As a poster child of the benefits of going gluten free to cope with ulcerative colitis, I thought people would like more information on the subject, so please read on.
In addition, I will periodically be inviting guest contributors to my newsletter. I am proud to announce the first of these, Jaena Mebane, a personal trainer/Pilates instructor and owner of Divine Designs Fitness. To your health, Daryl
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WHAT IS THE STORY WITH GLUTEN?
The buzz these days is all about gluten free diets. It seems like every where you turn someone is touting the benefits of going gluten free. So what is the deal?
Gluten is a protein that is present in wheat and some other grains, including rye, barley, spelt, and kamut. People suffering from celiac sprue, or what is more commonly called celiac disease, cannot digest gluten, and this inability damages the lining of the intestines, thus preventing many nutrients from being absorbed during digestion. There are many symptoms of this chronic disease, including developmental delays in children, irritability, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting, to name a few. There is no cure, but going gluten free offers tremendous relief.
Who else could benefit by going gluten free? Many people have a sensitivity to gluten, especially those with various forms of IBS/IBD (irritable bowel symptom/disease, including Crohn's and ulcerative colitis), and see almost immediate improvement when removing gluten from their diets. In addition, evidence exists that going gluten free can benefit people suffering from other auto-immune diseases, asthma, eczema, and allergies. Some parents have seen remarkable positive changes in the behavior of their autistic children when putting them on gluten free and casein (a protein found in milk) free diets. The anecdotal evidence is strong, but there is not yet scientific proof showing a link between these proteins and the various disorders on the autistic spectrum. A recent article in The Wall Street Journal discusses some ongoing studies trying to try to classify the symptoms of gluten sensitivity. This increased awareness of the problem is to everyone's benefit.
Do you have one of these conditions and want to talk about changing your diet? Contact me to set up an appointment to discuss your individual situation.
Coming next month: The obvious and surprising places where gluten is found in our food supply.
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"ARE YOU COMFORTABLE IN YOUR SKIN?"
By Jaena Mebane
I want women to get to a place where we feel "Fabulous", if we're not there already, to take a good hard look at who we are, inside and out as well as the goals we are trying to reach and why, and work from there. If you are feeling or looking unhealthy, or your doctor wants you to lose weight or gain weight or you just want to get in the best shape of your life then that is what the focus should be. It should not be a matter of what everybody else says you should look like. Read more... |
EXERCISE:
The weather is warming up, the flowers are blooming, the trees are magnificent, so no more excuses! It is time to get outdoors and get moving. If you have kids, bring them along with you. This op-ed piece from The New York Times should give you added impetus.
As always, please check with your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen. |
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FILM PICK:
Bag It The Movie: Is Your Life Too Plastic? is a film about influence of plastic on our environment. Winner of awards at several film festivals around the country, this movie entertains and informs at the same time. Click here to watch the trailer. Any skiers out there might recognize Telluride in some of the scenes.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT:
Guess what? Activism makes a difference. So many people were incensed after reading about pink slime in school lunches and supermarket hamburger meat, that they spoke up and got involved. The result is that Beef Products International, the producer of this filler product, will be closing three plants that make pink slime. For more information, read this article from Reuters. |
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STIR FRIED BEAN SPROUTS
INGREDIENTS:
-- 1 pound bean sprouts
-- 1 red bell pepper
-- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
-- 2 cloves garlic, minced
-- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
-- 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
-- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes
-- 2 bunches chopped scallions, divided
Core and julienne red pepper.
Heat wok over medium fire.
When hot, add peanut oil.
When oil is hot (do not wait until it is smoking), add bell pepper. Cook for one minute.
Add minced garlic, half of the scallions, and ginger, and cook for one minute more, stirring constantly.
Add bean sprouts, turmeric, and crushed red chili pepper flakes, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. If you like your food spicier, add more red chili pepper flakes.
Do not overcook, or the bean sprouts will lose their crunch.
Remove to serving platter, and sprinkle remaining scallions on top.
This recipe is gluten and dairy free.
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Cooki
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Don't be stingy with your spices! I am not talking about salt, but rather about cumin, turmeric, ginger, garlic, etc. Aside from adding variety and interesting flavors to your meals, there are additional health benefits. Turmeric is well known as a natural anti-inflammatory, and new research from Penn State shows how spicy meals can lower the levels of insulin and triglycerides in the blood. Listen to this interview on NPR.
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| Free Nutrition Book |
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