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What’s On Your PLATE? BY CHRISSY RACHO
Here at Chloe Real Estate, health and wellness is not just something we believe in, but it is a part of our daily lives and conversations. Gone are the days of the food pyramid that we were taught in school. The USDA unveiled a new, simpler visual aid to those seeking a better idea of “what” to eat.
The new plan, and website, www.choosemyplate.gov offers simple tips to eat wiser. There are fantastic tips such as making half of you plate fruits and vegetables and make half of you grain intake whole grains. It even simplifies the simplest of concepts and says “drink water instead of sugary drinks.” Naturally, anything proposed by a government agency is due to have concerns and questions.
While healthy eating advocates and medical professionals applaud the focus on fruits, vegetables and grains, there are still possible flaws within the new approach.
Dr. Neal Barnard, president of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), believes MyPlate’s protein and dairy groups present some “serious problems.” Barnard, among others, worries that Americans will see the “protein” label and immediately assume “meat,” assuming they cannot receive protein from plant-based sources. Food-policy expert Michele Simon takes the argument further, noting the inconsistent message of MyPlate. “They recommend ‘protein’ but then why is ‘dairy’ and not ‘calcium’ recommended?” Unfortunately, many Americans do not realize non-dairy sources provide calcium. “There is an abundance of calcium found in plant foods such as leafy greens (especially collard greens, kale, broccoli, and bok choy), dried figs, sesame seeds, tahini, and calcium-set tofu,” says Julieanna Hever, a certified plant-based nutritionist. “It is because of this isolationism of nutrients that the majority of people are confused about what they are actually supposed to eat.”
While healthy eating advocates and medical professionals applaud the focus on fruits, vegetables and grains, there are still possible flaws within the new approach.
Dr. Neal Barnard, president of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), believes MyPlate’s protein and dairy groups present some “serious problems.” Barnard, among others, worries that Americans will see the “protein” label and immediately assume “meat,” assuming they cannot receive protein from plant-based sources. Food-policy expert Michele Simon takes the argument further, noting the inconsistent message of MyPlate. “They recommend ‘protein’ but then why is ‘dairy’ and not ‘calcium’ recommended?” Unfortunately, many Americans do not realize non-dairy sources provide calcium. “There is an abundance of calcium found in plant foods such as leafy greens (especially collard greens, kale, broccoli, and bok choy), dried figs, sesame seeds, tahini, and calcium-set tofu,” says Julieanna Hever, a certified plant-based nutritionist. “It is because of this isolationism of nutrients that the majority of people are confused about what they are actually supposed to eat.”
At the end of the day, we all choose what we want to nourish our bodies with. The best thing we can do for ourselves is research, learn and educate those around us about healthy eating and living. I tip my hat to the adage, “you are what you eat!” The USDA is taking a step in the right direction, but is it enough? What do you think? Share your thoughts on our Facebook Fan Page or blog!
Quote Source: www.vegnews.com
WHERE in the World? SAN FRANCISCO…
San Francisco, CA is home to countless attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Lombard Street, Haight-Ashbury, Fishermans Wharf and countless others. San Francisco is rich in culture, offering endless options for arts, entertainment and dining. It is also known for it’s mild climate and rolling fog that keeps summers relatively cool for residents. The city’s popularity has made it the second most densely populated city (approximately 17,000 per square mile) in the United States, second to New York City. The dot.com boom and nearby Silicon Valley raised the standards of the San Francisco housing market and there is a price to pay to live in such a cultural mecca. The average listing price is $1,020,151 with a median sales price of $670,000. The average price per square foot is $532. To put that into perspective, that is about the same price per square foot as Greenwich, CT and just shy of the average in Beverly Hills, CA. San Francisco has a lot to offer and is also a great vacation destination. If you are looking to move or take a trip, we are happy to refer you to someone in our network who can help you!
Local Events of Interest
July 30 to Aug 28: Sunflower Maze, Lyman Orchards www.lymanorchards.com
Aug 4 to 7: Podunk Bluegrass Festival, Martin Park, East Hartford, http://podunkbluegrass.net
Aug 5 to 7: Litchfield Jazz Festival, Kent School, www.litchfieldjazzfest.com
Aug 5 to 7: Potato & Corn Festival, Augur Farm, North Branford, www.nbpotatofest.com
Aug 6 to 7: SoNo Arts Celebration, South Norwalk, www.sonoarts.org
Aug 11 to 14, 18 to 21: Dinners at the Farm, White Game Farm, www.dinnersatthefarm.com
Aug 13: Family Maritime Festival, Essex, Free, www.ctrivermuseum.org
Aug 13 to 14: Shoreline Wine Festival, Guilford, www.shorelinewinefestival.com
Aug 18 to 27: New Haven Tennis Open at Yale, www.newhavenopen.com
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