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“SALBA® NATURE’S PERFECT WHOLE FOOD” Words, Judith Ecochard We always looking for a natural edge to get that glow---without intrusive medical procedures or spackling on chemical vats of makeup to get the perfect visage. Lately, we’ve learned about the necessary daily diet requirement of Omega 3 Fatty Acid as a must have-to keep the heart and thyroid pumping their potential, and our skin, hair and nails all healthy. Not that we believe in "Miracle Cures" but we were open to hearing what Sherril Sellman , a noted Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine had to say about functional foods in general. After all, a poor diet can wreck havoc on one’s complexion and other body parts. And as non meat eaters, we were curious (desperate) to get the facts on SALBA , a certified non-GMO, Gluten free, Kosher and Vegan “ Superfood” whole grain that’s a member of the mint family (sold in seed form, seed oil supplements, and in yum nutrition bars)---that’s an amazing source of Omega 3 as well as esse...

PRACTICAL & PRICE SAVVY ALTERNATIVES GOOD FOR THE EARTH EARTH BALANCE®, TWIST™, ON TRACK SNACKS®, SMASHIES,™ & BLUM NATURALS Words, Judith Ecochard Images from Company Websites What we wear and how we adorn ourselves costs us plenty… But what’s the point if we fuel/feed with junk. It shows up on our outer selves. Fortunately, there’s plenty of price competitive, eco alternatives that are better for us and the planet. EARTH BALANCE®: Vegan, gluten and GMO free… and naturally free of artery clogging trans-fat, hydrogenated oils and artificial ingredients…Earth Balance is a line of tasty, good for you all natural buttery spreads. Made with a proprietary blend of expeller-pressed oils shown to raise HDL cholesterol (the good one) and lower LDL (the bad) we got to sample some of the new vegan nut butters- the Creamy and Crunchy Peanut Butters. Right off, we liked the no-stirring necessary consistency… and added ingredients like flax seeds (ALA OMEGA 3) and natural agave syrup, a l...

HIGHLIGHTS FROM OCTOBER 2008 Words, Judith Ecochard, Images from the Company Websites In a previous clip, we noted some of our favorite picks from the large East Coast confab of all things eco. Additions to our list… OLIV’ Eco Cert ® anointed- an European organization with the highest standards, this anti-oxidant organic skincare line with olive leaf extract has a slew of highly moisturizing (and effective) creams and cleansers. We tried the Soins Mains Hydratant (Moisturizing Hand Cream) that sunk right into our skin, repaired our peeling cuticles and chapped paws...leaving behind a light scent and no grease. This is one of the best moisturizers we have ever tried as it lasted for hours – we didn’t feel the need to slather up which we usually do like clockwork... INFO: LA CLARÉE ONE BAG AT A TIME This is one of those great ideas that we are happy is working. Founded by Lisa Forster , One Bag At A Time is a line of durable, re-usable bags – often branded with a customized logo-that re...