Some raw spots are known for their desserts, others for their shakes. Quintessence, in my book, is known for its Sunday Brunch.
Bagel + Cream Cheese, Chai Latte and fruit Crêpe.
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February 2010
Is that a pear? Jamie Oliver reveals how little school children know about food
When I was four I probably didn't know what eggplant was, but tomatoes? Pretty crazy!
On a brighter note, how cool is it that this show will be on ABC? I wonder what the commercials will look like and if the advertisers will try to push back. I love it. Series Premier Friday March 26th.
Also, did you see that Jamie Oliver won this year's TED Prize? I really support his general education message and respect that Jamie Oliver is doing.
Watch his acceptance speech here:
Support Jamie Oliver make his Food Revolution vision a reality. Visit his Ted Prize page and offer your support.
WISH and Sacred Awakening, two fantastic teleseminars
Here are two really dope (dope = awesome) teleseminars that are happening / about to happen:
Sacred Awakening
40 Days with 40 Spiritual leaders from every major tradition all focusing on one question, "How can we live a truly sacred life?"
WISH - Women's International Summit for Health
40 of the world's leading experts in health and wellness all focusing on the topic of women's health.
Isn't it awesome + synchronistic that these non-related events both have 40 speakers each? Pretty sweet if you ask me.
[Video] Raw Chocolate Turtles and Spirulina in NYC
Courtney Pool, Philip McCluskey and Heather Pace.
Courtney's fav brand of spirulina. And Heather's contact details for her chocolate turtles: heathypace [at] yahoo.ca
Crazy Stat: No. 1 Source of Calories for Americans
Via NY Times article: Soda: A Sin We Sip Instead of Smoke? By Mark Bittman
"Sugared beverages are the No. 1 source of calories in the American diet, representing 7 percent of the average person’s caloric intake, according to government surveys, and up to 10 percent for children and teenagers. These calories, they point out, are worse than useless — they’re empty, and contribute to a daily total that is already too high."
I knew they were high, but I had no idea they were the number 1 source. Crazy!
The Benefits Of Trampolining
This guest article comes to us from researcher, part-time writer and angel investor, Rita G.
The Benefits Of Trampolining
One type of fitness and recreational activity that is often neglected or forgotten about is that of trampolining. This can be a very enjoyable type of workout and will also provide a number of fitness benefits.
For many people it will not even feel like they are doing a workout at all, therefore is a great resource to turn to when you're just plain bored with your classic gym routine.
Here are some of the main benefits you'll get from trampolining.
Extreme Stomach Strengthening
One of the biggest benefits you'll get with regular trampoline sessions is a great abdominal core workout. If you're searching for a six pack, this is one exercise type you won't want to miss.
Each and every time you rebound into the air your body will have to tighten up to support yourself for landing, which will primarily be accomplished by the abdominal muscles tensing up. This constant tensing-relaxing cycle is enough to help strengthen the core and also improve posture in the process. In fact, the abdominal muscles are going to be called into play to a larger extent during trampolining than in most of the boring sit-up movements you may have performed in the past.
Low Impact
The second big benefit of adding trampolining to your workout program is that it is very low in overall impact. You may have thought the opposite – after all, you are rebounding up and into the air, but remember that because you are heavily cushioned when you land back on the trampoline, this takes much of the pressure right off the joints.
If you usually suffer from knee pain during normal exercise such as running or biking, this is a good substitution.
Lymph System Improvements
A third nice benefit of trampolining is that it tends to help out with lymph system drainage. This will aid with the removal of any toxins or other poisoning substances that may be present in the body, ensuring that your immune system stays nice and strong.
Cardiovascular Benefits
One of the most common goals of any fitness program is to enhance your overall cardiovascular system. This is what ensures that your heart stays working effectively and that you have blood pressure readings that are within the healthy range.
If you can keep up with your trampolining for a good twenty to thirty minutes you will get these cardiovascular benefits and also help to enhance fat loss as well. It is a very calorie demanding activity if you are continually jumping up and down and you can almost burn as much as you would if you were skipping.
Bone Strengthening Benefits
Maintaining strong bones is also an essential element for promoting good health and being able to stay active for many years to come and trampolining will also help you accomplish this task.
Any weight bearing activity is often regarded as bone strengthening and since each and every time you jump up and down on that trampoline you will be bearing your weight, it is just as effective as running would be.
If you are bouncing on a smaller rebounder rather than a larger scale trampoline you will see greater benefits with regards to bone strength since the number of impacts per minute will be higher.
Enhanced Coordination and Motor Skills
Finally, the last benefit that you'll see from participating in a regular trampolining routine is improved coordination and motor skills. Being able to effectively control the body as it moves through space especially at the accelerated rate that it will be after coming off the rebounder takes a lot of coordination. Then you must also prepare the body for landing and ensure that you maintain proper form to rebound up again.
This improvement in balance and coordination can transfer over to any other recreational activities or sports you might perform improving your overall performance there.
So if you're looking for a change of pace with your usual workouts, why not consider trampolining? You can purchase small rebounders at a very cost effective price and you may even want to check your gym or a local gymnastics facility for adult rebounding glasses.
It's a great way to get out, try a new activity, and get more fit in the process.
About Rita: Rita G. is a soon-to-be author, nutrition researcher, and part owner of Snubbr, a site that recommends gift ideas to consumers.
The making of a raw chocolate ad campaign
I love this video from Gnosis Chocolate. Great work by my friends Vanessa Barg and Jeff Skeirik.
Zukay Live Food Beverages
Zukay website. They currently don't have any details about their beverages on their website.
Juniper Ridge: 100% wild-harvested Incenses
I came across these incenses last week at a small little health shop in Vermont. The idea of "100% wild-harvested incenses" sounded very real. I love me some Indian incenses, but many of them have harmful perfumes in them that become toxic when burned.
Cedar was good, but White Sage was better.
Just one thing, these incenses don't really smell like traditional incenses. They smell more like a campfire than an Indian temple.
Enjoy.
