Protein for Vegetarians

by bocaraton, October 15, 2009 | Permalink

    About Protein – the main fact to understand about nutrition is the fact that animal proteins are considered complete proteins.  This means that the product of choice has all of the essential amino acids in one source.  Going vegetarian means that you will have to make sure you eat a variety and the right combinations.  You no longer have to eat the combinations at the same time at the same meal.  You do however have to keep in mind to eat a balance of grains and legumes within the same day. 

    Legumes include all beans, lentils, and peanuts.  Grains include amaranth, barley, buckwheat, corn (popcorn and whole corn meal), millet, oats, quinoa, rice (wild or brown preferred), wheat (whole wheat, spelt, faro, kamut, bulgar, cracked wheat, and wheat berries).

Recipe to try-Whole Wheat Linguini with Green Pea Pesto, click the link below:

www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/recipe.php?recipeId=250

Going Vegetarian, Day 7 by Kristin

by bocaraton, October 7, 2009 | Permalink

We are at Day 7 with our Go Vegetarian for October’s National Vegetarian Month.  I feel great and have lots of energy due to the fact that I have been eating lots of fruits, vegetables and nuts in my diet.  I did try the Amy’s Tofu Lasagna on Saturday night and I thought it was tasty, a good substitute for any meaty style.  I liked that the tofu was cut up into tiny little cubes so as not to make it too chewy, but it was a little bland.  I think more vegetables would have been an improvement, so next time I will try the Amy’s Vegetable Lasagna.  Another great seasonal dish to try is a Pear, Walnut, & Gorgonzola Salad.  The Bartlett Pears are amazingly juicy right now and pair well with the Whole Cream Gorgonzola, 365 Walnuts, and some organic mixed greens.  I even added a Balsamic Glaze for a little kick.  Trying out new and creative salads is fun and healthy!  Happy Eating ~Kristin

Going Vegetarian by Abigail

by bocaraton, October 3, 2009 | Permalink

    Welcome to this month’s blog about incorporating more plant based life into your diet while also celebrating National Vegetarian Month.

    First things first, I want to clear up a vegetarian lifestyle myth which is that you need large amounts of protein.  Protein is essential to any diet, but many people believe the misconception that protein mainly comes from meat, poultry & seafood.  Protein is simply free standing amino acids that you can get through all the foods you eat throughout the day, whether it be plant-based or animal-based. 

    Why is protein so important? Protein helps our body repair muscles, aids in digestion, and day to day life thrives off of these proteins. 

    Good sources of protein:  beans, yogurt, tempeh, quinoa, almonds & almond butter.  We love quinoa, so here is a great recipe using this ancient grain and power food:  www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/recipe.php?recipeId=1801

Keep in mind, we are not going Vegan which is a diet that avoids any animal based product.  So we will be consuming yogurts, cheese, and dairy products as part of our diet, which are also good sources of protein.  This is a blog about our experience with new foods, please consult your physician before making dramatic changes to your diet or lifestyle. 

National Vegetarian Month-Going Veggie!

by bocaraton, September 24, 2009 | Permalink

Join Abigail Nagorski, Lifestyle Center Culinary Instructor and myself, Kristin Bagonis, Store Marketing Specialist as we venture into the world of vegetarianism for the month of October.  We will blog about the new products we try, recipes, health, and how we feel throughout the whole process.  Incorporating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and plant sourced proteins is important to any diet; carnivore or not!  Join us on our journey to find our favorite products at Whole Foods Market!

Fall & Winter Wellness Forum

by bocaraton, September 13, 2009 | Permalink

Changing seasons and cold weather can bring new strains on health, especially for young people. Focusing on wellness is a good idea, starting with these easy ways that will help keep your family healthy. Click the link to hear about natural immune support brought to you by Whole Foods Market.

http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/09/fall-winter-wellness-focus/

Celebrate National Organic Harvest Month

by bocaraton, August 31, 2009 | Permalink

About September: It’s National Organic Harvest Month. Beyond prohibiting the use of toxic and persistent pesticides, the requirements for a product to wear the USDA organic label provide consumers the opportunity to count on products produced without the use of synthetic growth hormones (rBGH), genetically engineered organisms (GMOs) or antibiotics.  Find out why its important to go organic:

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/values/organic.php

Protect Your Largest Organ, Your Skin!

by bocaraton, August 31, 2009 | Permalink

After months of work, we’ve finally completed the reformulation of our entire 365 Body Care line to meet our Premium Body Care standard which is stricter than that of many baby and kid’s lines. It doesn’t allow ingredients such as parabens, synthetic fragrances, polypropylene and polyethylene glycols, sodium lauryl and laureth sulfates. Read More on this by clicking the link below.

http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/08/premium-body-care-at-budget-prices/

Wholesome Kids Day

by bocaraton, August 9, 2009 | Permalink

Join us on Saturday, August 15th from 11am-2pm for Wholesome Kids’ Day; a Storewide Event & Back to School Fair.

An event designed for kids and parents!  Taste kid-friendly lunch & snack ideas throughout the store!  Join hands-on activities in the Lifestyle Center or get your face painted by Hunny Bee the clown.  Play on the Fun Bus out on the patio or visit our community tables throughout the store for ideas on local kid-friendly venues.  Bravo Academy of the Arts will feature live entertainment from 12 – 1pm in the front of the store.

Green Leader

by bocaraton, July 29, 2009 | Permalink

Whole Foods Market has been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Top Green Purchaser. In renewable energy purchasing, we are #1! Check-out the full article at http://bit.ly/PdXn0.

Shop green by reusing your bags at the register!  Receive 10 cents off your grocery bill for every bag you reuse!

Top 10 Summer Wines Tasting

by bocaraton, July 21, 2009 | Permalink

Enjoy more of summer for less with delectable wines priced to please.  From a sassy Sparkler and versatile Rosé to upbeat Whites and laid back Reds, these summer essentials are perfect for all kinds of summer revelry and every-day enjoyment.  Delightful wine at delicious prices-this is what summer tastes like.  Try a few of these top notch wines at easy to swallow prices.  Please pre-register @ Customer Service, the cost is $5 per person.

Instructor: Lisa Justice, Specialty Wine Buyer