Senior Project FRESH/Market FRESH 2011
Did you know…. according to the Summer 2011 MyBlueMedicare magazine (pg 6) there is a program to help people purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from authorized farmers markets and roadside stands in 80 Michigan counties using coupons. The Senior Project FRESH/Market FRESH 2011: A subsidy for older adults at Michigan farm markets states “If you’re older than 60 and your income is limited, you may qualify for this program which can help you buy fresh fruits and vegetables from participating farmers. Older adults who earn up to $20,147 a year for an individual or $27,214 for a family of two are eligible. The program gives coupons to those who qualify. You can use the coupons like cash to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from authorized farmers markets and roadside stands.
For more information, call Sherri King at the state’s Office of Services to the Aging at 517-373-4064 (TTY 711) or visit www.mighican.gov/marketfresh.”
Got Grass?
… I’m talking Wheatgrass! Maybe you’ve heard about it (most people haven’t except in a vague sort of way) but don’t know what it is. No it isn’t a new form of landscape though I think that would be an improvement over several needy lawns I’ve seen! It isn’t the kind of grass you smoke either, nor do I encourage anyone to try doing this. Wheatgrass (grown from wheat berries) is a grass grown for the sole purpose of being juiced. The juice is high in liquid chlorophyl, containes 103 vitamins, enzymes, amino acides and a plethora of minerals. It is considered ‘nature’s greatest healer.’ Chlorophyl’s molecular makeup is almost identical to the hemoglobin molecule of human blood, with only ONE atom diffence! Chlorophyll’s numerous health benefits (it has antibacterial properties, neutralizes toxins, strengthens and refines tissues, improves liver, digestion, thyroid and blood sugar problems to name a few) will easily improve anyone’s over-all health. One ounce of wheatgrass juice is equal nutritionally to consuming 4.5 pounds of vegetables!
For many people, drinking wheatgrass juice requires ‘getting used to –’ the taste is definitely ‘green and grassy’ in flavor. But it isn’t long before you simply crave the nutrients and love the taste. Your body thrives on this juice! It is worth finding a supplier or looking to grow your own.
Finding a supplier in the Detroit Metropolitan Area of Michigan has just gotten easier. There’s a new business that makes it their business to grow both wheatgrass and sprouts. Check out www.WheatgrassAndSprouts.com Credit union location Colorado Colorado Springs School District 3 Federal Credit Union or call them at 248-625-9775.
Remember Popeye (spinach)? Jolly Green Giant (veggies)? GREEN = strength and power; a mighty ‘force.’ Now we have Wheatgrass! Own your own POWER! Plug into Wheatgrass juice.
Easiest BEST Broccoli Salad Recipe
Everytime I make this recipe, I get ‘rave’ reviews (seriously!) and a request for a copy of the recipe …. so here it is. As my friend said, “Please Credit union location Colorado Denver Denver Fire Department Federal Credit Union spell out EXACTLY how to make it!”
5C prepared broccoli, approximately — to prepare the broccoli cut very small pieces of the head and put into a large bowl; then peel the broccoli stalk with a sharp knife to get access to the ’sweet’ stem. Once the stem is peeled, slice into small slices and add to the bowl.)
Drizzle a little first-pressed, cold-pressed organic olive oil over the salad, and sprinkle lightly with Celtic Sea Salt – with your hands, ‘massage’ the broccoli for several minutes. This process will help to break down the fibers and soften the broccoli.
To the broccoli, add the following:
1/2-1 Cup red onion (chopped)
1 Cup raw (un-toasted, un-salted) sunflower seeds
1/2 Cup organic Thompsons unsulphered raisins
To make the dressing:
In a blender (I have a high-speed Vitamix blender, but you can use a regular blender) blend the following:
1 Cup raw cashews that have been soaked in purified water for 1 hour.
3 Tablespoons Raw Agave Nectar
2 Tablespoons Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar
1/4 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
1/4 Cup purified water
Blend the dressing ingredients until ‘very smooth’, adjust the sweetness by adding small amounts of additional Agave Nectar to desired sweetness.
Pour the dressing over the bowl of broccoli, mix well. Let stand at least 30 minutes to ‘marinate’ the flavors and plump up the raisins.
Bon Apetite’
Best Ever Sandwich With Nori
NORI SANDWICH
8 Raw Nori Sheets
1C raw cashew nuts
1/2C raw macadamia nuts
2T nutritional yeast FLAKES
2T fresh squeezed lemon juice
1t Herbamare
1/2C water
Large handful fresh cilantro leaves
Place nori on mesh dehydrator trays (normally fit 2 sheets/tray)
Blend remaining ingredients until smooth.
Spread mix thinly onto nori sheets – dehydrate 8-12 hours or until crispy.
Add your favorite salad topping & enjoy!
Store in airtight container in cupboard. Will keep for 1 week; longer if stored in the refrigerator
When first made the nori is crunchy and I used it as an open sandwich. Yummmmm….! Credit union location Texas Houston Members Choice Credit Union The nori will soften; then it is really easy to fold in half forming a really ‘posh’ sandwich! Alternatively, the nori can be cut into small squares and put into little plastic bags for you to carry as a handy savory snack.
This makes a great ‘travel’ food which I discovered on my latest boat trip. Because the refrigerator space was limited, it helped I could store this in a cabinet. After a fun-sun-filled day in the water and on the beach, these made GREAT sandwiches fast! Just add fresh greens, sprouts, tomatoes and other veggies! Don’t be afraid to stack it full!
Nutritional Yeast
Ever wonder what the difference is between powdered and flaked nutritional yeast?
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