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Spring is in full swing, and let’s be honest . . . we really look forward to spring because it means warmer weather, more activities, more time outdoors, additional daylight hours and warm-weather clothing—maybe even a swimsuit! Now, let’s be even more honest. Are you fit enough for all that spring brings? I’m not just talking about being fit to rock that swimwear at the beach. At Garden of Life®, we’re interested in all areas of your health, including diet, limiting exposure to toxins, your energy levels, if your weight is where you want it to be and much, much more. The truth is that we take our mission of Empowering Extraordinary Health® seriously. In fact, we’re so serious about “walking the talk” that our own employees are stepping up their fitness levels by walking 10,000 steps a day! Check out the story on page 56. And speaking of being fit . . . a must-read section in this magazine edition is about our new RAW Fit™, a USDA Certified Organic, RAW, vegan, high-protein supplement that boosts your metabolism and helps to burn more fat, while building, repairing and maintaining lean muscle mass.† It’s truly nothing short of amazing and can be your secret weapon for achieving a lean, healthy—and fit—body. So, be sure to find out more about it on pages 24 through 29. Here at Garden of Life, we also know that eating right goes hand in hand with being fit, so this spring we have our “Take a Walk on the Lighter Side” recipes and a highlighted section of recipes featuring RAW Protein and RAW Meal. They’ll fill you up without weighing you down. They’re on pages 38 and 54, respectively. While I’m on the topics of RAW Protein and RAW Meal, our Garden of Life-sponsored athletes are definitely fit, and RAW Protein and RAW Meal are mainstays of their regimens. For example, the Red Sox have gone RAW with Garden of Life’s RAW Meal (page 12), while the YOLO Board Elite Team Riders who participate in stand up paddleboard (SUP) races, all power up with our RAW Protein, RAW Meal and Vitamin Code® RAW ONE™ multivitamins. (See page 6). Likewise, Garden of Life-sponsored athlete Ingo Rademacher, featured on this season’s Dancing With the Stars and highlighted in this edition on page 16, points out, “It’s hard to find clean, USDA organic and non-GMO supplements. That’s why I’m telling everyone to check out Garden of Life and RAW Meal!” And since we’re being honest . . . you had to have noticed who is on the cover of this edition of Extraordinary Health™ magazine: Jessica Alba. She, too, is fit and is well known for her success in numerous movies, but she’s also a change agent in the area of organic, non-toxic living. In 2012, she co-founded The Honest Company, an online store offering household, personal care and family products. Like her movies, it was an immediate blockbuster hit, particularly with moms and health-conscious consumers. There’s much more to her story, though, so don’t miss it. You can find it on page 20. You know, I can honestly say that I enjoy springtime and all the activities that accompany it. I can also honestly say that Garden of Life is dedicated to helping you get fit and stay fit—not just for spring, but for the long haul. That’s why we do what we do. Enjoy your spring and this edition of Extraordinary Health.

Marilyn Gemino Editor Julie Helm Contributing Editor Rhonda Price Contributing Editor Dawn Thorpe-Jarvis Contributing Expert David Johnson Publishing Creative Director Angela DiGloria Publishing Art Director Marlene Milord Graphic Design Specialist Tiffany Beasi Graphic Designer Kristie Romano Contributing Creative Associate

Extraordinary Health™ is published by Garden of Life, LLC. 5500 Village Blvd., Suite 202 West Palm Beach, FL 33407 www.gardenoflife.com ©2013 Garden of Life, LLC. All rights reserved. This magazine is not intended to provide medical advice on personal health conditions, nor to replace recommendations made by health professionals. The opinions expressed by contributors and sources quoted in articles are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher. Information appearing in Extraordinary Health™ may not be reproduced in whole or in part without express permission of the publisher.

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Jessica Alba Lives the “Honest” Life

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Iron Man’s Health Secrets

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Cool Picks Lighter Fare Recipes Yummy Protein-Packed Smoothies

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Avoid the Parent Trap —Tips for Feeding Kids

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Jump-Start Your Weight Loss with RAW Fit™!

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RAW Protein Smackdown!

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Nellie’s™ Laundry Nuggets 50 Loads, $18.99 www.nelliesallnatural.com This funky line of non-toxic, hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly cleaning products sure caught our eyes. The packaging alone is the coolest ever! Simply drop these pre-measured biodegradable Laundry Nuggets into the wash, and your work is done. Laundry Nuggets are available in several sizes to suit your needs. Nellie’s also offers other cleaning “nuggets” and “balls” for dishwashers and dryers—so keep an eye out for the entire product line.

Good ‘n’ Raw Kale Chips 3-4 oz. Container, $6.50-$7.99 www.goodnraw.com

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Simple Squares® Organic Snack Bars 12-Pack Box, $29.99 www.simplesquares.com Simple Squares are savory-sweet, organic snack bars infused with honey and herbs. Made from five whole food ingredients, Simple Squares are snacks you can feel good about. Never cooked or baked, Simple Squares contain no wheat, gluten, dairy, corn or soy and are sweetened with raw, organic honey. There’s nothing we don’t like about these bars! Available in 6 savory flavors, we went cuckoo for the Coconut!

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Made with all organic ingredients purchased from local farmers and suppliers, Good ‘n’ Raw Kale Chips are delightfully delish! Great option for a healthy snack that satisfies that “crunch” craving, these chips come in four fantastic flavors: Ranch, Sesame, Pizza and ChiZee. We loved them all, but ChiZee rated really high on our cool-o-meter. Their granola rocks, too, so be sure to check them out!

Body Butter—sounds good enough to eat—but don’t! Be sure, though, to try this awesome body moisturizer from Nourish Organic Food for Healthy Skin. This wonderful moisturizer is a light and creamy blend of whipped shea butter, concentrated coconut and olive oils, and antioxidant-rich vitamin E. It smoothes on easily, absorbs quickly and leaves even the driest skin soft, supple and naturally scented. We also love that it’s USDA Certified Organic and contains no artificial anything. Available in four luxurious fragrances, we love the Almond Vanilla. Why not try one of each?

Way Better Sweet Potato Tortilla Chips ®

5.5 oz., $3.59 www.gowaybetter.com We all like to snack—grownups and kids alike. Why not pick a tasty snack you can feel good about? With sprouted grains and seeds to increase the nutrient value, each serving of Way Better Sweet Potato Tortilla Chips has over 190mg of healthy omega-3s and is absolutely yummy! Just as important, Way Better chips are vegan, gluten free, Non-GMO Project Verified and kosher. We think the name says it all—Way Better chips are way better!

Squooshi™ Reusable Food Pouches Assorted 4-Pack, $18.49 www.squooshi.com

What a great idea! Squooshis can be filled with applesauce, smoothies, fruit, grain and veggie purees, homemade baby food, yogurts, oatmeal—anything of a squishy consistency can go into these pouches. And when they’re empty, just pop them in the dishwasher for the next use. Not only are the animal designs just adorable, we also love that these pouches are BPA free, PVC free, lead free, phthalate free and are made of puncture-resistant plastic, to provide convenience and durability without unnecessary chemicals. Offered in various designs and size options, Squooshis are sure to be a hit with even the pickiest of kids!

ECOLunchette Kit $45.00 www.ecolunchboxes.com

Earth Balance® Organic Garlic & Herbs Spread 10 oz., $4.99 www.earthbalancenaturals.com Mmmm. . . garlic! Give your Spring picnic a garlic kick with this delectable spread. What a yummy way to add a little zest to your recipes or to use as a tasty spread or dip for veggies. Earth Balance Organic Garlic & Herbs spread is a delectable concoction made with organic roasted garlic and a blend of aromatic herbs. We especially love that it’s USDA Certified Organic, vegan, gluten free, lactose free and is non GMO. Also available in Organic Coconut and Organic Sweet Cinnamon flavors, we’re sure you will find them all absolutely delish!

Perfect for toting your lunch to work, the beach, the park or the gym, these beautiful handmade bags are sewn from colorful artisan textiles. The lunchbag zips closed, is fully lined, machine washable and comes with one matching napkin, a stainless steel food container of your choice and a sustainably grown bamboo spork— everything you need in one bag. Offered in seven gorgeous color/ pattern combinations, we’re sure you will find one—or more—that you will find absolutely cool.

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Yolo Team Garden of Life’s partnership with YOLO Board is a match made in heaven, as both companies support the importance of having an active, healthy lifestyle. With the motto “You Only Live Once,” YOLO founders Jeff Archer and Tom Losee have put the sport of stand up paddleboarding (SUP) on the map by producing a variety of high-quality paddleboards for all ages. Designed for the recreational paddler or the elite pro racer, YOLO boards are sold and shipped around the

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world from the company’s bi-coastal headquarters in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, and San Diego, CA. Garden of Life proudly supports the YOLO Board Elite Team Riders, who participate in SUP races nationwide and power up for races with RAW supplements such as RAW Protein, RAW Meal and Vitamin Code® RAW ONE™ multivitamins. Always inspiring, YOLO connects a growing community of water sport enthusiasts living each day to the fullest and forever exploring the world around them.

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RAWor COOKED: A T al e o f T w o V e gg i e s Which are better for you—RAW veggies or cooked veggies? RAW veggies come out way ahead of cooked ones. You might call it a tale of two veggies—RAW or cooked. While some say there’s no advantage to eating RAW veggies over cooked veggies, nothing could be further from the truth. To begin with, raw veggies are packed with enzymes, while cooked veggies are nearly drained of them. But just why are enzymes so important? Without enzymes, vitamins and minerals are ineffective because every vitamin and mineral requires an enzyme to work properly. Cooked veggies have had most, if not all, of the enzymes cooked out of them because enzymes can’t survive past a certain cooking temperature of approximately 115 degrees Fahrenheit—and most cooked veggies are cooked at much higher temps than that. And if you don’t have those enzymes, then you’re not going to absorb whatever vitamins or minerals are left in those cooked veggies. (By the way, vitamin C and the B vitamins are among the first to go when cooking veggies.) The truth is that RAW veggies still have their enzymes, so you not only get those enzymes, but you also receive activated vitamins and minerals and more,

including chlorophyll, lutein and indoles (which fight off unhealthy cells) from green veggies. You also get carotenoids (colorful plant pigments packed with antioxidants for cellular, cardiovascular and immune health) and polyphenols (which act as antioxidants to support cardiovascular health and more) from most RAW veggies. For example, RAW broccoli retains the enzyme myrosinase, which breaks down glucosinates into a compound called sulforaphane, known to support healthy cells, to keep unhealthy, rogue cells at bay and to fight unhealthy bacteria. RAW broccoli also contains indoles for cellular health. Likewise, RAW broccoli and other RAW green veggies are abundant in chlorophyll, which has an alkalizing nature and a cleansing effect on bodily elimination systems, resulting in cleansing of the blood, lymph and intracellular fluid. Chlorophyll also delivers oxygen to our tissues and supports the growth of friendly bacteria.

Let’s take a look at the vitamins and minerals that are in the following RAW veggies, but become deactivated once those veggies are cooked.

RAW Broccoli and RAW Spinach Contain: Vitamin A • Vitamin C • Vitamin K • Folate • Calcium Iron • Magnesium • Potassium • Zinc • Manganese • Selenium

And what about cooked broccoli and spinach? You lose out on those “activated” vitamins, minerals and more, since their enzymes and other valuable nutrients are destroyed by the heat.

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California Dreamin’

. . . of a Statewide Plastic Bag Ban

City by city and county by county, millions of Californians are taking a stand against plastic bags to keep them from polluting beaches, killing marine life and burdening taxpayers. If millions of Californians could have their dream come true, then single-use plastic bags would be banned statewide, nationwide and worldwide. To date, their dream hasn’t been realized, but it’s certainly not from lack of trying. In fact, one of the most recent attempts to ban the plastic bags was via Assembly Bill (AB) 298, which was a bill to ban single-use plastic bags statewide at supermarkets, retail pharmacies and convenience stores in California starting in 2014. AB 298 would have also required retailers to provide reusable bags for sale and to charge a fee for recycled paper bags—all to incentivize people to remember to use their reusable bags. Unfortunately, AB 298 failed to pass the California State Senate. But that won’t stop Californians from their bag-ban mission. In fact, in a little over the past two years, over 50 California cities or counties have voted to ban single-use plastic bags. When all of those ordinances go into effect, then nearly one-third, or approximately 38 million, of Californians will reside in plastic bag-free communities. That in itself is a win, but Californians won’t stop until they accomplish the dream. Banning the plastic bags is not just a trendy bandwagon to jump on, either. Plastic bags have serious consequences for beaches and other waters, marine life and other wildlife, and even for land-based taxpayers. Truth be told, single-use plastic bags are one of the most common forms of waste

found on beaches that make their way into the ocean, becoming part of what’s called the “Great Floating Garbage Patch” or the “Pacific Gyre.” (By the way, there’s also one in the Atlantic Ocean—a similar story, but a different location.) In fact, over the last 25 years, 7,825,319 plastic bags were collected from beaches around the world. Plastic bags can also clog drains and create mosquito breeding grounds during warmer months, resulting in other health consequences. Adding to the plastic-bag nemesis is that plastic bags last nearly indefinitely— since they’re not biodegradable—to continually work their damage. What’s more is that of the 115 billion plastic bags used nationally each year, only a dismal five percent are recycled. (California alone uses a whopping 12 billion plastic bags a year.) Likewise, pollution from those plastic bags directly affects 267 animal species annually, including whales, fish, birds, and turtles. Speaking of turtles . . . the Pacific Leatherback sea turtle, which consumes jellyfish, can mistake plastic bags for jellyfish. Unfortunately, one-third of adult turtles have consumed the plastic, which undoubtedly adds to the reason why the Leatherback sea turtle population has declined by 95 percent in the last 20

years. Additionally, plastic bags make their way into wilderness areas where they can choke and kill animals. Marine life and wildlife are not the only ones who pay the cost of plastic bags, however. California taxpayers spend approximately $25 million each year to landfill used plastic bags—money which could certainly be used for better purposes. L.A. County alone spends $24 million on litter prevention, cleanup efforts and enforcement, with plastic bags weighing in significantly on those costs. Getting rid of those plastic bags could also result in Green jobs in California, as there are currently 15 reusable bag companies based in California. One of those companies, Green Vets, could see more jobs created for disabled veterans if there would be a statewide plastic bag ban law. The bottom line is that there is so much good that can come from getting rid of those plastic bags. Unfortunately, Californians haven’t seen the plastic bag ban realized—yet. They will keep trying, however, while the rest of the nation watches expectantly.

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Gwen Marzano holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Erikson Institute and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from Illinois State University. She taught for 10 years, working primarily with special needs children and their parents. During this time, Gwen observed the direct, positive correlation between healthy diet and behavioral advancements in her students. This realization ignited her journey toward becoming a certified raw foods chef, starting her own company and becoming a healthy eating educator and presenter. Gwen has worked as a Healthy Eating Specialist for Whole Foods Market and has appeared on several local and national television segments as a strong advocate for healthy eating education. Her motto is, “Good food = Good mood!”

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For the healthy family, school lunches and after-school snacks can often be a challenge. Avoid the parent trap of unhealthy options with these nutritious tips, ideas and recipes. You’ll have healthier and happier kids!

Proteins:

Proteins are essential for practically every process that occurs within the body—especially growing bodies. So, what are some good protein choices for your child’s lunch? Lunch meats and fish (such as tuna) that are free of artificial ingredients, growth hormones and antibiotics are top picks. For your vegetarian choices, try boiled eggs (egg salad), hummus, nut butters and trail mix with seeds and nuts. Cheese cubes are quick and easy for kids to munch on as well.

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By Gwen Marzano Regional Educator, Garden of Life®

With the ever-increasing temptations of processed foods that many kids tend to gravitate toward for school lunches and after-school snacks, parents need some tips and tricks to keep their children interested and excited about eating nutritious food. Let’s start with healthy lunches—ones that are tasty, fun, quick and easy to prepare. The key is to start with these building blocks: include at least one protein, one vegetable and one fruit in each lunch.

Vegetables:

Make eating veggies fun by adding a variety of colors, shapes, textures and tastes. Challenge your child to eat the “colors of the rainbow” every day—and Skittles® don’t count! Bell peppers, carrot sticks, fun finger foods such as cherry tomatoes, sugar snap peas and sliced cucumbers are the way to go.

Fruits:

Let your child pick out what fruit he or she likes. Not all kids prefer apples, but bananas or strawberries might satisfy. Some children prefer various textures, including chewy fruit leather or soft applesauce. Avoid fruit snacks that are filled with sugar. Likewise, remind your children that sugary fruit snacks don’t grow on trees!

Now for some yummy after-school snack ideas! Set out an ice tray filled with various nuts, seeds, berries and dried fruit. Or try ants on a log, fruit kabobs with yogurt dip, hummus with sliced veggies or guacamole with carrot sticks or crackers. Blended fruit smoothies are also delicious while packing in a lot of nutrients. Try some of my “kid-approved” recipes that are healthy, sweet and “special diet” friendly.

Get your children involved with making their own lunches, since they are more likely to eat foods that they helped pick out and create. Offer variety throughout the week, and simply mix and match within the three categories.

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Nothing ushers in the promise of spring like baseball. For many decades, hardcore baseball fans have fled from winter blizzards up North to pay homage to their major league teams in Florida’s Grapefruit League. Boston Red Sox fans annually make the trek to Fort Myers to paint the town red, to check out new players and to optimistically assess the team’s chances for the upcoming season. On February 23, we decided to attend the Sox’s spring training opener against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays at JetBlue Park, which is sometimes affectionately referred to as “The Fenway of Florida.” We decked ourselves out in red from head to toe for several reasons. The first was because a couple of my work buddies, Ursula Zamora and Angela DiGloria, are Bostonians and rabid Red Sox fans. The second reason was due to one of the strength coaches being kind enough to give us excellent seats behind home plate in a choice section populated by longtime season-ticket holders and baseball wives. The most important reason for wearing red, however, was because the strength coach informed us that the entire team was taking Garden of Life® RAW Meal, the #1 selling meal replacement in the Natural Products Industry, and that they were also hooked on our Fruits of Life™ bars. We were anxious to see if the supplements could help the team

overcome last year’s dismal season when more than three-fourths of the roster was hampered by injuries and there seemed to be no love for the team’s manager, even though his last name was Valentine. But on this day, hope seemed to hang on a balmy breeze as fans enthusiastically bantered about the new coach, John Farrell, a few trades and the fact that legendary Pedro Martinez was back to help the coaching staff. The first thing we noticed was that the almost brand-spanking new JetBlue Park is like a mini replica of Fenway. Even the seats are similar, with grandstand and Monster seating. Black and white photos of Red Sox heroes are plastered everywhere, along with historic milestones and the obligatory statue of Ted Williams. (I tried very hard not to think of Ted’s head floating in preservative liquid nitrogen somewhere in a storage vault, as per his last wishes. It just didn’t seem fitting somehow!) When the game started, Sox fans chattered about pitcher John Lackey’s return to the mound after missing the entire 2012 season due to Tommy John

surgery. Although he looked a little shaky at times, he allowed only one run in one inning and got out of hot water by retiring three straight batters when Tampa Bay loaded the bases. Overall, fans seemed to think he was ready for the starting rotation. The Red Sox Nation exploded into deafening cheers when a two-run homer by Jose Iglesias tied it 3-3 in the seventh. By this time we were starving, but knew our chances of finding halfway healthy food at the concession stands would be slim. Luckily, we stumbled upon the “Taste of Fenway South,” a huge, tented area serving seafood, beef, grilled chicken and “real” food instead of peanuts and Cracker Jack. Unfortunately, while we were checking out this food oasis, we missed a Tampa Bay homer by Leslie Anderson that put the Devil Rays ahead for good. The final score ended up 4-3 for the Rays, but as a sea of slightly sunburned Red Sox fans filed out of the park, no one seemed to be upset by the loss. For long-suffering Sox fans, winning isn’t everything—and being loyal to the team is the only thing that counts.

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Vegan Boxer

By Rhonda Price

Wins USA Boxing National Title Talk to almost any boxer, wrestler or mixed martial arts fighter and they’ll tell you one of the hardest things they must do in order to compete is lose pounds or “cut weight.” While many fighters drastically reduce carbs, fat, salt and calories a few weeks before a competition, boxing champ Cam F. Awesome happily chows down on anything he desires and typically consumes thousands of calories per day. That’s the advantage of being vegan, which allows him to enter the ring “plant strong,” while opponents are sometimes weaker from dieting. The strategy is working well for the 24-year old from Lenexa, Kansas, who recently racked up his ninth national title by winning the 2013 USA Boxing Elite National Championship in Spokane, Washington. Competing in the Super Heavyweight Division,

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Cam unleashed his plant-based power on several opponents before defeating former champion Paul Koon. Cam took control early on, dodging left hooks and countering with his own jarring blows to the windpipe. He never let up, landing an onslaught of body blows that took a visible toll on Koon and led to his downfall. By the end of the match, the judges had no trouble awarding the gold medal to Cam with a unanimous 3-0 decision. An elated Cam took a victory spin around the ring in his cape and then thanked his sponsors, including Garden of Life®, JumpNRope, IntimidationMMA, Ring Side Boxing, iXLDoU and Engine2Diet. He was later told that his victory was an important milestone, as he now holds more titles in his weight class than anyone in the history of USA Boxing. How much of his success is due to living a vegan lifestyle? According to Cam, it’s made all the difference.

“I lost almost 60 pounds after I became a vegan—and got much stronger in the process,” he said. “I used to be very awkward, but now I am faster, stronger, and I can fight nonstop without getting tired.” Cam follows the Engine2 Diet and travels with his plant-based food coaches and friends, Bill and Ami Mackey, when he competes. Instead of staying in hotels, they rent condos equipped with kitchens and head to the nearest health food store to load up on organic produce, fruit, nuts, and grains. Ami is a certified nutritionist who conducts 28-day Engine2 Challenges at Whole Foods when she’s not spoiling Cam with delicious vegan meals. While he prepared for his fights in Spokane, Cam was treated to Buckwheat Raisin Banana Pancakes, Brown Rice Kamut and Oats, Burrito Bowl Salads with Red Quinoa, and Roasted Sweet Potatoes. His favorite snacks include fresh pineapple and peanut butter on sprouted Ezekiel bread. Cam’s food coaches also introduced him to Garden of Life supplements, recommending them as the #1 selling brand in the industry. They’re perfect for him because they are RAW, vegan, Non-GMO, and USDA Certified Organic. In no time at all, Cam was sold on the benefits of RAW Protein, RAW Meal, and Vitamin Code® RAW ONE™ for Men multivitamins, just to name a few. His long-term plans are to keep clobbering his opponents with raw, plant-based power until he reaches the 2016 Olympics. To some, it might seem like a lofty goal, but not for Cam, who won the Olympic trials in 2012. “I feel amazing,” Cam said, as he packed to go to the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. He also talked about a few other goals, such as fighting to increase awareness for breast cancer and teaching people the health benefits of a vegan diet. He said his only regret is his hectic travel schedule, which will mean missing his little sister’s upcoming high school graduation. “I’m bummed about that,” he said. But admittedly, everything else in his world is just plain AWESOME.

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Sponsored Athlete Ingo Rademacher Joins Dancing With the Stars by Rhonda Price At Garden of Life, our love affair with ABC’s Dancing With the Stars (DWTS) started last year when we discovered that winsome judge Carrie Ann Inaba was a fan of our Vitamin Code® RAW ONE™ for Women multivitamins. This spring we are more dialed in than ever, as one of our sponsored athletes, Ingo Rademacher, attempts to waltz, tango and jive his way to the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy. Paired with professional dancer Kym Johnson, “Team Ingo” is expected to get plenty of votes from daytime soap opera fans who have drooled over Rademacher for 18 years when he played the role of Jasper Jacks on General Hospital. Other fans may have caught a glimpse of him last year in the homicide movie, Alex Cross. But what most of his admirers don’t realize is that he’s also an accomplished athlete who actively competes on the stand-up paddleboard

(SUP) race circuit, a feat that requires balance and concentration that should help him immensely on DWTS. A member of the YOLO SUP race team, sponsored by Garden of Life, Ingo moved to Hawaii last year so he could pursue his passion for paddleboarding. He’s already made his mark on the sport by winning several races in Florida and placing second in the 2011 Blue Ridge SUP Splash. He

It’s hard to find clean, USDA organic, non-GMO supplements. That’s why I’m telling everyone to check out Garden of Life and RAW Meal! • Ingo Rademacher

lives in Oahu with his wife Ehiku— who is also a SUP racer—and their two sons, Peanut and Pohaku. Whether he’s racing in Hawaii or filming scenes in Los Angeles, Ingo’s a staunch supporter of environmental movements such as Greenpeace, Water Keeper and Sea Shepherd. He also sits on the board of Heal the Bay in Santa Monica. “I’m heavily involved in the ‘green’

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movement,” said Ingo. “I am particularly against genetically modified foods (GMOs), and I’m currently active in a big campaign in Hawaii to get Monsanto off our islands!” Ingo was born in a small village in West Germany, but later moved with his family to Australia, where he worked on a 400-acre cattle ranch and Angora goat station. His athletic pursuits started early, as he was a rugby player and a ski champion at the age of eight, a professional equestrian in jumping and dressage at age 10, and a professional beach volleyball player and Ironman triathlete in his teens. His partner on DWTS says his athletic skills should give him a leg up on the competition. “He looks like a movie star, but he’s also athletic,” said Kym, who also noted that the two hit it off immediately because she also hails from Australia. “We’re Team Aussie!” Already in great shape from his intense paddleboard workouts, Ingo will be fueling his grueling dance sessions with Garden of Life supplements. For years, he’s been using Wobenzym® N for inflammation and everyday aches and pains, but now he’s added a RAW Meal shake and several other supplements to his morning routine. “It’s hard to find clean, USDA organic, non-GMO supplements,” said Ingo. “That’s why I’m telling everyone to check out Garden of Life and RAW Meal!”

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RAW Chef Penni Shelton Penni Shelton is the founder of the Internet raw foods group Raw Food Rehab. Her newest venture, Upgrade Your Plate, is an online source for sharing a passion for the flavor, texture, beauty and simplicity of real food. Penni is also a chef who focuses on organic, whole food health

and wellness for her clients. Identified several years ago by Garden of Life as a “Raw Trendsetter,” Penni is known for her amazing raw food creations. See Chef Penni’s recipe for Simple Mango Gazpacho on page 39.

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Jessica Alba

Lives the HONEST LIFE By Rhonda Price

When we spoke with Jessica Alba, she was expertly whizzing through a maze of traffic snarls in Los Angeles while safely talking on her Bluetooth. She admitted that her day was already off to a hectic start, and she had skipped her usual, healthy breakfast of egg whites, spinach, and turkey bacon— while settling for two cups of coffee and a few hurried bites of a doughnut. “At least the doughnut was gluten free!” she rationalized, before adding, “But who am I kidding? It’s pure sugar. And now the rest of the day, all I’m going to want is sugar!”

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We learned that if there’s one thing refreshing about Jessica, it’s that she’s, well—honest. She’s not afraid to admit that, although she may seemingly live a charmed, unspoiled life as one of Hollywood’s A-list stars, when it comes right down to it, she’s time crunched with a “to-do list” a mile long just like the rest of us. With two young daughters, she’s also like most mothers who are determined to make their children their top priority. “I think all parents want to do the best for their children,” she said. ”And I believe most people are trying to keep their kids safe and healthy, but there’s so much confusing information out there, and they don’t have time to scour the Internet for the truth about dangerous ingredients, chemicals and food additives. I’m a research nut and like to know where everything comes from, so that’s why I wanted to come up with handy resources that could help people.” When Jessica and her husband, Cash Warren, decided to start their family a few years ago, she was frustrated by the few eco-friendly, organic and chemical-free products that she felt she could trust. She bumped into Christopher Gavigan, former CEO of the popular non-profit Healthy Child Healthy World, and the two immediately started brainstorming about solutions that would be healthier for families and children. The result of their collaboration was founding The Honest Company in January 2012, an online store that offers organic, non-toxic household, personal care and family products. The company immediately resonated with moms and health-conscious consumers, spawning Alba’s upcoming book, The Honest Life: Living Naturally and True to You (Rodale). Jessica says her company’s mission is simple: to offer a family brand with products that work tremendously well and are affordable, beautiful and don’t contain any harmful chemicals.

“I think all parents want to do the best for their children.”


Steering Clear of What’s Dishonest Jessica’s “Aha!” moment about the dangers of everyday household products came after suffering an allergic reaction to a “safe” baby detergent that her mother had sworn by for years. She started meticulously researching ingredients on labels and was appalled to discover that more than 80,000 untested chemicals had been introduced to the market and added to products since she was a child. “It was an eye opener to learn that all these so-called ‘tried and true’ products

people have trusted and used for years aren’t necessarily the same formulas anymore,” she said. “There are almost 30 percent more chemicals in our consumer goods than there were when President Gerald Ford signed the Toxic Substance Control Act in 1976. So that ‘special’ baby detergent may have been okay when our moms washed our clothes in it years ago, but today, it probably contains synthetic fragrances and a chemical called propylene glycol, both of which can cause skin rashes and allergic reactions.” Determined that she and other parents shouldn’t need a Chemistry degree in order to have a safe home, she investigated hundreds of other products before realizing that toxic chemicals are lurking everywhere. She was extremely upset to find harmful

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The Sick Kid in School One of the main reasons Jessica is motivated to provide the healthiest environment and lifestyle for her children is because her own childhood was marred by numerous chronic illnesses and maladies. By the time she was eight years old, she suffered from partially collapsed lungs, a ruptured appendix, a cyst on her tonsils and countless bouts with pneumonia. She stayed in the hospital so much that her classmates barely knew her, and when she was occasionally able to attend school functions, severe asthma usually made socializing with others impossible. “I had full-blown allergies and asthma for years,” she recalls. “If I went to a soccer game or a baseball game, it was awkward because I couldn’t sit on the grass with everyone else or I’d break out in welts. Most of the time I’d sit in the stands with my breathing machine, and it was so embarrassing to always be lugging that thing around. It was not fun!” So far, Alba’s two daughters, five-year-old Honor Marie and one-year-old Haven Garner, have been blessed with good health, which is why Jessica and her husband continue to do everything they can to limit their exposure to toxins and to nourish them with organic, unprocessed food.

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chemicals hidden in common items such as lipstick, pillow cases and even baby mattresses. “Baby mattresses were the last straw for me!” she said. “It was infuriating to think of all these mothers who are breastfeeding and trying to keep their babies healthy, but the babies are breathing in the harmful ‘off gassing’ and fumes from the mattresses. It’s not like kids’ pajamas that are covered in flame retardant that can be removed with a few washes. Most baby mattresses are solidified petroleum.” Jessica’s research led her to take on the role of an activist in 2001 when she lobbied Congress in support of the Safe Chemicals Act. While sharing her findings with legislators, she noted that most of them admitted they were shocked to know that companies are not required to test chemicals for safety. She believes the deceptive practice of “green washing” by huge corporations leads to further misconceptions about product safety. “Most people I talk with think there are safety measures in place that are protecting them, but it’s not true—plain and simple!” she said. “Even worse, chemical companies have huge marketing budgets and can afford to run ad campaigns that make people think their products are safe and environmentally friendly. This green washing is dishonest, and it makes me crazy!”

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When she’s not working at her office at The Honest Company or tending to her family, Jessica’s film roles have made her one of the most beloved actresses in Tinseltown. She started acting when she was 11, appearing in films such as Camp Nowhere and the 1994 television series, Flipper. She was memorable in her role as a snobby high school teen in Drew Barrymore’s comedy Never Been Kissed in 1999, but her big break came in 2000 when director James Cameron cast her from more than 1,200 actresses for the role of super-soldier Max Guevara on the Fox series Dark Angel. The show lasted for two seasons and earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Over the next decade, her films included: Sin City, Awake, Good Luck Chuck, Fantastic Four, Into the Blue, The Eye, The Killer Inside Me, Valentine’s Day, The Love Guru, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer and Machete. All the while, she has been named to every “most beautiful” list imaginable, including Maxim magazine’s Hot 100 list, People magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People and GQ magazine’s 25

Sexiest Women in Film of All Time. Although some actresses have opted to bare all to increase their popularity, Jessica insists on a rigid “no nudity” clause in her contracts. In fact, she sued Playboy magazine in 2006 when a teaser on the cover implied that she was featured in a nude pictorial. The lawsuit was dropped when the magazine’s owner, Hugh Hefner, apologized and made generous donations to several charities she supported. “I just don’t do nudity,” Jessica explained. “I had a shower scene in Machete and insisted on wearing granny panties for it. The editors digitally removed my clothes later!”


Family Time At home, Jessica loves playing with her daughters, spending quiet time with her husband, furnishing her home with older, safer materials she finds on Craigslist, and entertaining family and friends. She’s an accomplished chef who regularly likes to throw together delicious meals for small gatherings at her home. After taking cooking lessons at an Indian restaurant, she says she loves to spice things up and experiment with different recipes, tastes and textures. “Pizza night” is also popular, as Jessica and Cash have their own pizza oven in the backyard and love to make the dough from scratch with a selection of toppings. “The pizza oven is a beast and takes four hours to heat up, but it’s really, really fun,” said Jessica. “Cash is in charge of the oven, and I spread out all the ingredients so that everyone can make whatever they like. Nothing makes me happier than making an amazing, healthy meal for my family and friends. I swear that it’s how I unwind!” For some of Jessica’s favorite recipes, do-it-yourself projects and information about limiting toxic exposure, check out her website at www.honest.com or her newly released book, The Honest Life.

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He’ll tell you a little about the role protein plays in helping you reshape your body: Here’s a great analogy to explain it. Your body is like a car, and its engine runs on fuel. The fuel comes from the foods you eat. Right? Well, more specifically, there are three “grades” of fuel—just like at the pump. With gasoline, we call these, “Regular, Plus and High Test”. But when it comes to food, the three sources of energy are all “ macronutrients”—protein, carbohydrates and fats.

In short, Protein = High Test. When you consume protein, your body gets an energy source that is—by its very nature—sustained release. Proteins contain four calories per gram; so do carbohydrates; and fats have 9 calories per gram. But the way that the energy (calories) is used inside of the body is quite different among these three. Fats are a source of readily available energy. The body uses what it needs quickly and then converts the rest into storage—like a rainy day fund. Carbohydrates (especially simple carbs) are pretty similar. They provide a quick burst of energy for the body, and then the leftovers go into the same account for storage. With both fats and carbohydrates, the body is pretty efficient

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When your body’s metabolism is burning calories at a faster rate than your mouth is taking them in, the body dips into its “rainy day” fund—fat. The stored fat becomes your source of metabolic fuel = fat burning.

when processing them. Efficiency might seem like a good thing . . . but in this case, it means that your body doesn’t have to work too hard or too long to make use of the calories. Less work = burning less fuel. Proteins are different. To digest protein your body has to work hard. It’s slow work and, thus, the energy your body derives from the protein is used over a longer period of time. That’s why you feel fuller—longer—after eating high-protein foods. Simply put, the digestion and metabolization of protein in the body is such an energy-requiring process—it’s a thermogenic and fat-burning activity in and of itself!

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There are two types of fiber: insoluble and soluble. Insoluble fiber keeps everything moving well—and quickly—through your body’s plumbing (helps with regularity), while soluble fiber pulls into itself water and actually turns to gel during digestion. This slows your body’s digestion of food, which can be a big benefit to blood glucose levels (by reducing those quick rises in blood glucose after a meal).

Another benefit of fiber is that it adds bulk to help make you feel full. When we formulated RAW Fit, we incorporated a healthy blend of soluble and insoluble fiber from RAW organic seeds and fruits. USDA Certified Organic RAW, coldmilled flaxseeds add a wonderful blend of antioxidants, known as lignans. In addition, flax is one of the riches sources of omega3s. When it comes to fiber, RAW organic flaxseeds are high in insoluble fiber. One of the most exciting nutritional discoveries we made when creating RAW Fit was the RAW Organic African Baobab fruit. The Baobab tree is totally sustainable, growing wild throughout the continent. Its fruit is a nutritional wonder, extraordinarily high in fiber—almost all being soluble fiber.

RAW Fit Helps You Avoid Pitfalls So, let’s make this part simple. You’ve heard it before: if the food in your pantry came in a can, box, bag or packaged with a shelf-life longer than the age of your oldest child— get rid of it. The more processed, sugary, high-carbohydrate foods you eat, the more you crave. These foods are high glycemic— they cause your blood sugar to rise and fall quickly. They give you a rush of instant energy, but look at what else they do.

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• increase your body’s levels of insulin and blood glucose. • s timulate—actually encourage—your body to store more fat. •c reate a hyperactive state (part of why they initially make you feel so good). • r educe your muscles’ performance at straining tasks (e.g. workouts). And the worst part is that . . . high sugar foods are addictive. When we created RAW Fit, we knew it had to be a low glycemic index food supplement.

RAW Fit has a low GI index of 24. We also structured the entire RAW Fit Jump-Start program to focus on low glycemic index foods as its backbone. Some of the benefits of a Low GI diet include: • Low GI foods create smaller rises in blood sugar after a meal. • Low GI diets support weight loss, lowering the amount of fat in the blood. • Low GI diets can help your body increase its sensitivity to insulin, while absorbing and using it more efficiently. For More Information on Low GI Foods Visit www.Gardenoflife.com/RawFit

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RAW Fit is the only high-protein weight loss supplement available with 400mg of RAW Svetol®—a clinically researched green coffee bean extract.

Let me Introduce you to Rex Jones to tell you something new about an old (ancient) herbal secret…

Here’s Why: Raw, unroasted green coffee beans contain a powerful high-antioxidant polyphenol called chlorogenic acid. The cholorogenic acid in RAW Svetol® has been clinically shown to support the body’s natural process to metabolize sugar (glucose). In fact, Svetol® has been the subject of six studies, and 12 one produced the following Svetol® VS. results. On average, the 10 group taking Svetol® lost 10.9 10.9 8 lbs. over the 60-day period, while the placebo group lost 6 only 5.4 lbs.† 4

RAW Svetol worked because it supported the 2 body’s natural ability to metabolize sugars rather 0 than to convert them into fat storage—helping produce weight loss. What’s more, it did so without having any stimulant effects because the fresh, unripe green coffee bean is naturally decaffeinated.† ®

2. RAW Organic Cinnamon RAW Fit was formulated with RAW food-created chromium and organic cinnamon. Cinnamon has long been prized for its ability to support metabolism and help maintain healthy blood sugar. While traditional medicines and ancient diets, including Ayurveda, have included cinnamon for its “warming” qualities, modern science continues to study the effects of cinnamon. Cinnamon helps by slowing the emptying of the stomach, which in turn, helps reduce large fluctuations in blood sugar levels after eating. Additionally, cinnamon supports healthy metabolism of blood glucose.

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Master Herbalist & Garden of Life Educator

During my years of experience dealing with herbals, I’ve encountered so many people who have responded favorably to Ashwagandha. It benefits those who work too hard and don’t get enough sleep (like all of us!) and supports the nervous system without stimulation.†

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3. RAW Food-Created Chromium Chromium is an essential trace mineral that’s so important to our body’s health that there is a recommended daily allowance. It’s called “essential” because of its role in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates, including sugar. Chromium is found naturally in yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) as well as corn, broccoli, many whole grains, apples and some meats. Our chromium is RAW, whole food-created.

4. RAW Organic Ashwagandha We also gave RAW Fit a significant dose—300mg per serving—of our RAW organic Ashwagandha to deliver meaningful support in the fight against stress-related carbohydrate cravings.† When your body is under stress, it releases the hormone cortisol— which in turn drives cravings for more sugar—or carbohydrates. We included RAW organic Ashwagandha in RAW Fit to help with those stress-related food cravings. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a flowering shrub whose roots have been used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 5,000 years. In fact, Ashwagandha is one of the most widely used Indian medicinal plants in the world—so it must be doing something right! In Western medicine, we call this an “adaptogenic” herb, meaning it helps your body cope with many different stress factors. Modern medicine continues to examine the beneficial effects of Ashwagandha. In a Gold Standard, placebo-controlled clinical study performed in India on a group of 64 adults all under stress, taking 300mg of RAW organic Ashwagandha twice daily substantially reduced the participants’ cortisol levels. The RAW Organic Ashwagandha helped the participants manage their stress and the stress-related cravings they were dealing with. That’s why we made it a part of RAW Fit.†

CALORIES RAW FIT JUMP-START SECRET #5 C A L O R IES C O U N T Do Calories Count: When we designed RAW Fit, one of our essentials was the overall calorie count. As much as people like to dress it up, the simple fact is that calories do count. The math is simple, really. To lose weight you must take in fewer calories than your body needs on a daily basis. Popular theories related to the types of food you consume, the time of day you eat them, and the way you combine them abound. Some people feel physically better eating a vegetarian diet, while others prefer the rewards they derive from a vegan lifestyle. Many find themselves drawn to a Paleo diet that incorporates simple, healthful foods from all food groups and deemphasizes processed and refined, high-GI items in their diet.


MOVE more OK, you knew this was coming, didn’t you? There’s no way around it. If you want to achieve Extraordinary Health you’ve got to get moving.

In our expert opinion, there is one overriding principle that trumps every well-designed food philosophy: Moderation is more important than denial as a long term strategy for success. We designed RAW Fit to be part of an overall healthy lifestyle that includes attaining and maintaining your healthy weight, daily exercise and proper supplementation for your particular goals and needs. For more information, or to get started today, please go to www.gardenoflife.com/rawfit

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Wendy Hilliard Wendy holds a BS in Biology from East Stroudsburg University and a Doctorate of Chiropractic Medicine from New York Chiropractic College.

DC & Garden of Life Educator

Have you heard the old saying that success is “90% perspiration, 10% inspiration”? Well, our experts agree that when it comes to weight loss, the ratios for success are more like this:

80% = FOOD & 20% = EXERCISE Yes. What you take in matters that much! So, what does that say about the importance of daily exercise? Not enough. You see, the ratios above reflect what we believe is the essential formula for weight loss. However, when it comes to Extraordinary Health—your real-life goals—daily exercise takes on a whole new significance. Exercise and physical activity are a great way to feel better, gain health benefits and have fun. As a general goal, aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day. If you want to lose weight or meet specific fitness goals, you may need to exercise more. Do something you enjoy—get outside and walk, bike, jog, swim, jump rope— just move! Remember to check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have any health concerns. Volume 18 2013 29

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The key to long-term success is perseverance. The RAW Fit Jump-Start Plan is your key to getting started. You know you can do this—it’s only five days of focused effort. Once you start seeing the results, you’ll feel elated, motivated and energized to build on your success.


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Perseverance is not the same as denial. It’s about healthy choices and moderation. Our sample menu on page 25 is designed to help you organize your meals and make your own plan. But build on it. Find ways—especially on your “off” days—to integrate small portions of your favorite foods. Small servings, small bites, eat slowly and chew well. Avoid processed, packaged and convenience foods. Eat more natural, fresh and “real” foods—ideally organic. After your five-day jump start, adjust your daily menu to one serving of RAW Fit daily. For more information, please visit www.gardenoflife.com/rawfit.

After the 5-Day Jump Start—What Now? So now that you’ve completed the five-day Jump-Start Plan and you are feeling energized, we recommend that you start to eat a little more food. Once again, be sure to focus on eating real foods, fresh foods, ideally healthy organic whole foods—avoiding highly processed and packaged foods that are high in sugar, salt and artificial ingredients. One serving of RAW Fit for breakfast will boost your metabolism and help balance your blood sugar and get you started on the right track every day. During the rest of the day you should eat regularly—there are no set rules—however you should eat at least three meals spread throughout the day. And of course be careful to eat small portions. By eating fresh whole foods that are naturally filling and lower in calories, you will continue to lose weight! Please check out www.gardenoflife.com/rawfit for a sample menu and recipe ideas. Remember, when you are on-the-go and don’t have time for a proper meal, be sure to have packets of RAW Fit on hand to keep you nourished, satisfied and to keep your metabolism burning calories.

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Recipes RAW Fit is easy to use. Simply mix 1 scoop with 8 ounces of water or unsweetened almond milk and enjoy! For variety, here are some additional recipes to try.

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Organic agriculture is a production system that sustains the health of soils, ecosystems and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than the use of inputs with adverse effects. Organic agriculture combines tradition, innovation and science to benefit the shared environment and promote fair relationships and a good quality of life for all involved.

That’s a bit complicated, so let’s break it down. Essentially, Organic Agricultural Practices are all about establishing “long-term sustainability.” In agriculture, sustainability is measured by the farmer’s impact on soil, water, air, biodiversity and GMOs (nonproliferation). First up is soil. When you think about healthy food, you probably think about its nutrient content. Even more basic than that, however, is where those nutrients originated—in the soil where the plant grew. In order to grow healthy, productive, high-yield crops, all farmers—organic and conventional—fight two battles. The first is to ensure that soil is fertile, or rich in nutrients. The second is preventing erosion of those nutrients and erosion of the soil itself. You see, if the fields aren’t properly tended, then the soil depletes over time and

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is transported away by harvesting machines. Conventional farmers address soil enrichment through advanced synthetic chemical fertilizers that add nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and sulfur. Invented during the Industrial Revolution, these chemicals are continually “perfected” by large corporate agricultural conglomerates that sell them—and that’s a problem because they’re loaded with toxins. In fact, there are over 150 known toxins applied to soil through these chemical fertilizers, and these acid-treated chemicals “burn” the soil, creating a highly acidic environment. By contrast, organic farmers ally themselves with Mother Nature and plant cover crops that nourish the soil while plants grow, depositing nitrogen, phosphorous and

other vital minerals. Likewise, organic farmers allow these crops, once harvested, to compost into the soil, which adds extra nutrient density during their decomposition. What’s more is that weed controls used on organic farms are also natural—minimizing weeds so that they don’t compete with crops for vital soil nutrients. This method, of course, requires more time and careful attention, such as tilling the soil well between every harvest and planting to ensure weed root systems are fully

The bottom line is that organic farmers work with nature, not against it.

broken up. Additionally, an organic farmer rotates field crops, knowing that certain weeds are not able to grow with certain crops. He may also lay mulch or even a black tarp over his ground so that the sun will “bake” the weeds out of the soil. By contrast, a conventional farmer’s goal is to entirely eliminate weeds from his field by applying powerful (and often toxic) chemical treatments. The same holds true for pest control. Conventional farmers apply various toxic pesticides to their crops. In fact, over one billion tons of pesticides are used on conventional U.S. crops each year, but those pesticides don’t necessarily work and they don’t stay just where they’re applied. Cornell entomologist David Pimentel says, “It has been estimated that only 0.1% of applied pesticides reach the target pests, leaving the bulk of the pesticides (99.9%) to negatively impact the environment.” On the other hand, organic farmers once again use nature to their advantage by using predatory insects, such as ladybugs, to eat the invaders that threaten food crops. Additionally, organic farmers find that crop rotation helps control pests on certain fields, but that planting companion crops can be even more powerful. For example, organic tomato farmers often plant organic garlic bulbs in their tomato fields to control aphids. Then there are the topics of water and air—both precious, limited resources—

and organic vs. conventional farming. Conventional farming and its chemicals severely pollute our water and air— threatening us and our earth in the process. Organic farming, however, seeks to stop pollution of our water and air, thereby preserving our planet’s resources. One way organic farmers do this is by planting crops indigenous to their region—crops that thrive in their natural climates, resulting in water use that fits their environment. Organic farming also safeguards our environment and health now—and for future generations—but conventional farming does not. That leads us specifically to the topics of biodiversity and GMOs. In the last forty years, farming has gone from a competitive agri-business involving primarily small, family-owned farms with much biodiversity to an industry dominated by only a few pharmaceutical/chemical corporations—Monsanto, DuPont, Syngenta, Bayer, Dow and BASF—also known as the “Big Six” who have pushed genetically engineered (GE) seeds and crops as well as genetically modified (GM) foods on our world. Monsanto executive Robert Fraley, quoted in Farm Journal, says “What you’re seeing is not just a consolidation of seed companies; it’s really a consolidation of the entire food chain.” Unfortunetely, biodiversity continues to dwindle, even as farming operations consolidate and GE seeds become the

standard. GE-seed-tailored herbicides are now sold as package deals to conventional farmers—and GE seeds often don’t regenerate from year to year, causing farmers’ dependency on to grow. Some estimates suggest that up to 80 percent of the land planted with major field crops in the U.S. now contains GE traits owned or licensed by Monsanto—a sure sign that biodiversity is disappearing. Truth be told, scientists have observed that in the last 10 years, the earth has lost over 10 million species. GM seeds are designed to be aggressive, to multiply faster than organic seeds and to push out organic seeds when they compete for the same environment. The result? The other species become extinct in the GE seed’s wake, leading to much less biodiversity and many more GM crops. In short, conventional farming is a perfect storm for environmental fallout, food insecurity and potential future complications. Negative impacts on the soil, air, water and biodiversity are also at great risk. Organic farming, however, guards us, our families, our health and our world— now and for generations to come. There is a lot at stake, and organic farming is key to a healthy future for all of us.

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An Ounce of Prevention with

Chia Seeds and Flaxseeds It’s said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so take a look at what an ounce of chia seeds and an ounce of flaxseeds provide for you! By now you probably know that chia seeds and flaxseeds are incredibly good for you—especially USDA Certified Organic chia seeds and flaxseeds. For starters, chia seeds and flaxseeds are the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s, of course, support healthy inflammation levels, cardiovascular health, eye health, brain power, healthy skin, hair and nails—plus additional benefits. What’s more is that our bodies can’t make omega-3s, so they have to come from our diet. We need ample amounts of them, too, because omega-3s are the impetus behind making new cells and regulating a variety of processes in the body. Unfortunately, however, most people don’t get enough omega-3s from their diet, but the good news is that just one ounce of either chia seeds or flaxseeds provides healthy amounts of plant-based omega-3s. But that’s not all that these seeds contribute. Chia seeds and flaxseeds have no cholesterol and are packed with both soluble and insoluble fiber promoting healthy digestion and regularity. That’s important, too, since most of us typically. . .get only about half the fiber we should each day. Athletes love chia because it helps them stay better hydrated during exercise due to chia’s hydrophilic—or water-loving—nature. Another advantage to chia’s hydrophilic attribute is that it absorbs up to 12 times its weight and expands to help curb your appetite.

Additionally, chia seeds and flaxseeds are packed with antioxidants, which are powerhouses that take destructive free radicals and convert them to harmless waste products that the body can eliminate before any damage is done. In short, antioxidants act as scavengers to help keep the body’s cells, tissues and overall health intact. To top it all off, chia and flax also contain protein, vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc, potassium, calcium and magnesium. Incidentally, we don’t always hear a lot about magnesium, but it’s needed by every cell in the body and for over 300 bodily biochemical reactions. The problem is that 60 percent to 80 percent of us don’t get enough magnesium in our diets. Fortunately, these amazing seeds can help solve the magnesium shortfall we generally experience. And while all of these benefits to chia seeds and flaxseeds are amazing, you’ll want to be sure that you choose USDA Certified Organic chia seeds and flaxseeds. Why USDA Certified Organic? Simply put, unless your chia seeds and flaxseeds are USDA Certified Organic, then you’re probably getting toxins such as chemical pesticides, GMOs and more. And if chia seeds and flaxseeds—or any other products, for that matter—start by being grown with chemical pesticides or other toxins, then those impurities ultimately get to you. And no one wants that. The truth is that USDA Certified Organic is the assurance you can count on for purity, due to the numerous standards and checkpoints in place every step along the way.

Available Summer 2013

Ounce per ounce, chia seeds provide more:

• omega-3 fatty

acids than salmon.

• antioxidants than

blueberries.

Now, take a look at what you get from an ounce of chia seeds and an ounce of flaxseeds:

• calcium than milk. • magnesium than

compounds that support cellular and hormonal health. In fact, flaxseeds provide 75 to 800 times more lignans than other types of plant foods. That makes flaxseeds the number one source of lignans among all the foods we eat. dose of 6,388mg of total omega-3 fatty acids, making it a top-ranking plant source of omega-3s.

spinach.

• potassium than

• lignans, which are plant-based

• omega-3 fatty acids—in a healthy

broccoli.

• iron than raw

Likewise, one ounce of flaxseeds provides:

• protein—a substantial 5 grams. • fiber—a whopping 8 grams. • magnesium—to the tune of 114mg.

bananas.

Chia seeds and flaxseeds are very versatile, they taste great and are easy to include in many recipes; you can sprinkle them on cereal, yogurt or salads, blend them into smoothies or add to healthy home baked goods. Now you know how an ounce of prevention can lead to a pound of cure. So, start adding at least an ounce of USDA Certified Organic chia seeds and flaxseeds to your healthy diet—today!

Available Summer 2013

Take a Walk on the

Lighter Side!

Warmer weather calls for lighter fare that won’t weigh you down—and we have you covered.

Enjoy!

Italian Sa lad

Serves 6

Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce 1 bunch watercress 1 red pepper, seeded and julienned 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, quartered lengthwise and finely sliced 1 heart of celery with leaves, finely chopped 1 small red onion, finely sliced 1 /2 cup small seed sprouts 2 carrots, peeled and grated 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded 1 cup cooked chickpeas 1 /2 cup of healthy salad dressing of your choice

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Directions: Remove the outer leaves of the romaine, slice off the end and open up to rinse out any dirt or impurities while keeping the head intact. Pat dry. Slice across at 1/2-inch intervals. Place romaine in your salad bowl,

then the watercress, then add chopped vegetables in different piles. Strew the sprouts and chickpeas over the top for an attractive presentation. Toss with dressing and serve with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Recipe courtesy of Sally Fallon, author of Nourishing Traditions

Simple Mango Gazpacho Ingredients: 2 cups diced fresh mangoes 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice 1 cup chopped cucumber, peeled and seeded 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional) 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (basil or mint would also be nice) 1 to 2 Tablespoons cold-pressed organic extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon onion powder Himalayan sea salt and freshly ground black pepper red onion, chopped, for garnish avocado, sliced, for garnish

Directions: Reserve a bit of the mango, cucumber, red pepper and cilantro to use as the final garnish, if desired. Process the remaining ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Pour into bowls and garnish for soup or this can easily be poured into a glass and enjoyed as a savory, sweet smoothie. Recipe courtesy of Raw Chef Penni Shelton (www.rawfoodrehab.com)

Avocado Salad Wraps Serves 6

Ingredients: 2 avocados, cubed 1 red pepper, diced 2 Tablespoons of diced red onions 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 /2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 6 to 8 romaine lettuce leaves, roughly chopped 6 gluten-free wraps Directions: Mix all ingredients, except the wraps, in a bowl. Scoop out approximately 1/2 cup mixture into each gluten-free wrap and roll. Serve. Recipe courtesy of Dr. Josh Axe (www.draxe.com)

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Turkey & Goat Cheese Wrap

Directions: Place ingredients in sprouted grain tortilla. Add and spread mayonnaise, mustard or hummus, if desired. Roll up tortilla.

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Ingredients: Turkey Sprouts Tomatoes Goat cheese Sprouted grain or sprouted wheat tortilla

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Recipe courtesy of Sheila Barcelo of Eden’s Wellness Lifestyle in Lakeland, Florida

Zucchini Wraps Ingredients: 6 zucchini, peeled and chopped 6 stalks of celery, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, pressed 1 /4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed from lemons 1 /2 cup chickpea miso water, added to slightly thin mixture (if needed) 1 /4 cup of ground flaxseeds—added after the zucchini mixture chills

Directions: Juice lemon and prepare vegetables. Blend ingredients until smooth. Chill in refrigerator for about an hour. After mixture is chilled, use two cups of it and add 1/2 cup of ground flaxseeds to it. Add mixture to wraps for a snack or light lunch or dinner. Recipe courtesy of Chef Mandilyn Canistelle

Pear, Fennel & Walnut Salad Recipe courtesy of Jason Longman of Atlanta, Georgia

Ingredients: 6 cups mixed organic salad greens 1 medium organic fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly sliced (Always strip away any coarse outer portion of the fennel bulb before using in recipes.) 2 medium organic pears, cored, quartered and thinly sliced 2 Tablespoons organic Parmesan cheese, grated 1 /4 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: Divide the salad greens onto 6 plates. Scatter the fennel and pear slices over the greens. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and walnuts. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar. Add black pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.

Apple Quinoa & Kale Salad Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quinoa (cooked) 4 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 /2 organic lemon (peel and juice) 2 Tablespoons hot English mustard (or stone ground) sea salt and pepper, to taste 4 large kale leaves 2 red apples 1 handful sprouts 1 /2 cup goat feta cheese Directions: Cook the quinoa, and let it cool. Mix olive oil, lemon and mustard for the dressing in a small bowl. Rinse and chop the kale and apples. Mix all the ingredients and top with goat cheese. Recipe courtesy of Dr. Josh Axe (www.draxe.com)

Blender Ice Cream Serves 2 to 4

Ingredients: 4 ounces of raw milk cream 4 to 8 ounces of raw milk 1 raw egg yolk (from organic pastured chickens) 1 Tablespoon unheated, raw honey

/2 to 1 cup of fresh or frozen organic fruit dash of Celtic sea salt 1 /2 capful of organic vanilla extract (optional) 1

Directions: Mix the following ingredients in a high-powered blender and freeze in a covered ceramic bowl for 21/2 to 3 hours. If frozen for more than 24 hours, set out for 15 minutes prior to serving in order to soften. Recipe courtesy of Jordan Rubin

Raspberry Vanilla Cream Popsicles Directions: Place all ingredients into a blender. Blend on high until smooth, frothy and creamy. Pour into popsicle mold and insert handle tops or wooden sticks (depending on the type of molds you have). Freeze for a minimum of 3 hours. Once thoroughly frozen, turn popsicle mold maker on its side under running hot water, but do not allow water to touch popsicles! This will loosen the popsicle away from sides of the mold, making it easier to remove. After eating your share, wrap remaining popsicles in individual pieces of plastic wrap. Store popsicles in a ziplock freezer bag in the freezer. Note: Variations on this recipe can be to change the fruit or to omit the fruit and add your favorite nut butter or raw cacao powder. Recipe courtesy of Pure Fresh Daily (www. purefreshdaily.com)

Ingredients: 1 13.5-ounce can organic coconut milk or 2 cups coconut yogurt (whole fat) 2 6-ounce packages of fresh raspberries 3 Tablespoons raw honey for mild sweetness or 4 Tablespoons for a sweeter result 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 Tablespoons Garden of Life coconut oil

NOTE: All recipes should be completed using USDA organic and Non-GMO ingredients.

Recipe Section Photography by Brian Coughter www.briancoughter.com

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Detox:

A Great Way to Make a Fresh Start by Terry Willard, Cl. H., Ph. D. This means a number of dietary changes and an

Detoxification, or cleansing, is one of the basic foundations of good health and natural healing.

increase of fluid and supplement intake for 12 days.

Most of us have considered cleansing and know

Not surprisingly, a good detox program doesn’t allow

we could stand to benefit from it, but we just keep

for any flour products (cakes, cookies, breads, pasta,

putting it off and continue to bombard our bodies

etc.); dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.);

with greasy foods, fats, alcohol and sweets. We

tropical fruits (pineapple, papaya, bananas, kiwi,

often complain about how tired we feel and notice

etc.); dried fruits; processed foods or preservatives. The key to making your detoxification experience

that we’ve put on a few extra pounds, but we

a success is to keep it as easy as possible for you

keep promising ourselves that things will change. Will that change be next week? Next month? Next year? Unfortunately, things rarely ever do change, and we get back into our usual routines.

Don’t you think it’s time you finally take charge of your health, cleanse your body and make a fresh start? If so, a great way to start anew is through detoxification. In fact, a good detox program cleanses the intestinal tract, the urinary tract, the liver, gallbladder, the blood and the lymphatic system. Talk about a clean sweep! Proper detoxification should also include a wholesome diet focused on alkaline-forming foods as well as the consumption of lots of pure water and moderate exercise. The advantage of a detox diet or cleansing program is that you can eat like royalty—as long as what you eat is primarily alkalineforming foods. You may already know that all foods can be classified as acid forming, neutral or alkaline forming. The typical modern diet is weighted heavily on the acidic side due to processed grains, conventional meats, sugars and unhealthy fats, but that leads to the body becoming more acidic. That’s a problem, too. When the body is more acidic, it adversely affects our cells, bodily organs and more. The truth is that the body prefers a more alkaline state, but that’s not where most of us land. And since many health problems result from our bodies being overly acidic (90 percent of people), a good detoxification program addresses the acid-alkaline balance of food.

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Terry Willard For over 35 years, Terry Willard, Cl. H., Ph.D., has studied the medicinal properties of plants. He is recognized as one of North America’s leading clinical herbalists and appears regularly in print and electronic media as an advocate of responsible herbal use. He currently serves as President of the Canadian Association of Herbal Practitioners, a professional member of the American Herbalist Guild, and in the Canadian Health Food Association’s Hall of Fame. Dr. Willard is the author of twelve books on the subject of herbs, including the pivotal Wild Rose Herbal Series—a series of three textbooks written to educate herbalists. Two of his books, MindBody Harmony and Flower Essence: Emotional Alchemy and Spiritual Evolution, have been particularly popular with the general public. An active practitioner and teacher, Dr. Willard has a clinic in Calgary, Alberta. He is also director of the Wild Rose College of Natural Healing, which serves both classroom and correspondence students around the world. Additionally, he lectures on the main lecture circuit to trade shows and provides training sessions for the health food industry. You can follow Dr. Willard via Twitter: @WillardTerry or visit his blog at: www.DrTerryWillard.com.

to manage your eating. For your convenience, the Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox kit comes with a complete meal plan, dietary suggestions— including those alkaline-forming foods—to help ensure that you get the most out of the 12-day program. Simply put, it doesn’t get any easier than this. You may be wondering what happens during detoxification. The liver, kidneys and intestinal tract—the primary organs of detoxification—play major roles. The liver filters the blood to remove large toxins; it synthesizes and secretes bile, which is full of cholesterol and fat-soluble toxins; and it has an enzyme system that disassembles unwanted chemicals. Some of the built-up toxins are neutralized and excreted in the urine and feces, while other toxins are stored in fat and bone tissues, but need to be dealt with as well. Likewise, the skin and lungs participate—to some degree—in the elimination of toxins. A quality detox should also contain supplements meant to actively cleanse the blood, intestinal tract, kidneys, liver and lymphatic system. These supplements, along with the diet, encourage the body to release waste materials and toxins that have accumulated in the body since the last cleanse. A full-body cleanse can help to eliminate heavy metals, chemical toxins, microbial compounds and the breakdown products of protein metabolism.

How about you? Are you ready to make a fresh start with detoxification?

Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox to Make a Fresh Start Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox has been used clinically for over 30 years and is one of the most popular cleanses available in Canada. Now, thanks to Garden of Life®, Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox is available in the U.S. It consists of four herbal supplements, three delivered in capsules (for the intestinal tract, liver/gallbladder and blood/lymphatic system) and a liquid (for the urinary tract and lymphatic system). We often suggest that you accompany a cleanse with digestive enzymes, such as RAW Enzymes™ from Garden of Life—1 to 3 capsules per meal, depending on the size of the meal, to ensure complete digestion.

“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” -Shakespeare

But Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox? Well, It’s Even Sweeter!

The detox kit is to be taken for 12 days and, once completed, you’ve successfully made that fresh start—and your body should feel it! Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox is a great way to kickstart any program—whether your goal is to lose more weight, remove Candida, improve liver function or just flat out change your current lifestyle.

Try Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox today—a great way to make a fresh start!

So, stop putting off until later what you can do now. Take control of your life and make a change for the better.

Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox is: • a 12-day whole body cleansing program. • formulated by Dr. Terry Willard, Ph. D.; Clinical Herbalist. • easy to use. • helpful to eliminate toxins.

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RAW Probiotics Men 50 & Wiser:

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Are you someone who suffers with poor colon health and desires to shift the population of the ecosystem to help support your digestive health and immune system over a 30-day timeframe? If you answered yes, then during those times, consider adding our RAW Probiotics Ultimate Care formula. It’s formulated with 100 billion LIVE active probiotics representing 34 different beneficial strains—especially high in bifidobacterium—and blended with raw fruits, vegetables, enzymes and probiotic-rich kefir and yogurt.

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• contains scientifically studied

• is a high bifido formula including

strains to support vaginal and urinary tract health.†

the clinically studied Replenish Blend featuring four clinically studied strains, making it your ultimate probiotic in times of challenge, helping to repopulate your gastrointestinal tract with good bacteria.†

• is a whole food probiotic, including a unique yeastdigesting enzyme blend.

• is a once-daily, small vegetarian capsule.

• includes a protein-digesting enzyme support blend.†

• is perfect after completion of a cleanse program or on the road when traveling.†

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Are you experiencing occasional gas, bloating, diarrhea or constipation? Are you looking for a probiotic to support better, more frequent and comfortable bowel movements? DOES life have you temporarily focused on the state of your colon health? If you answered yes, then during those times, consider adding our RAW Probiotics Colon Care formula. If you haven’t tried the remedy used for thousands of years to help your gut, then where have you been? Good bacteria is where colon health begins. It’s formulated with 50 billion LIVE active probiotics representing 33 different beneficial strains, blended with raw fruits, vegetables, enzymes, and probiotic-rich kefir and yogurt.

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• is a high bifido formula including the clinically studied Replenish A to Z Blend featuring four clinically studied strains, making it your ultimate complementary probiotic to achieve balance—helping to repopulate your gastrointestinal tract with good bacteria.†

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• is perfect after completion

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Garden of Life®

Organic Farming Garden of Life® is committed to organic farming—so

farmer community. Today, and into the future, Garden

much so that we started our own farm. Not satisfied

of Life will continue to seek out opportunities to

to sit back and watch our country’s organic family

provide only the finest ingredient sources to empower

farmers dwindle in number, we are proud to provide

extraordinary health—even if that means seeding our

long-term contracts and create security for the family

own farm!

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Starts a Farm The local family farm is heading toward extinction, while “factory farms” are thriving. We couldn’t sit back and let that happen, so we started a farm!

Did You Know?

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farming in the U.S. is approximately a $550 Billion industry?

•

nearly $400 Billion of total farming business is conducted by corporate farming conglomerates—“factory farms” that harm our environment and produce mass crops full of chemicals and GMOs, with little or no biodiversity. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says that the U.S. had 6.8 million farms in 1935, but has only about 2 million today. Yet, more farming is going on than ever by factory farms—and they’re crowding out family-owned farms.

It’s sad, but true. In fact, the American family farm

the U.S. exports over $6 Million in U.S. farmed products daily?

farmers struggle to break even—without sufficient

is a dying way of life. According to the U.S. Census,

ability to support the family. As a result of these dismal

in the 1970s over 40 percent of Americans lived on

economics, future generations are no longer following

farms. Now, around one percent claim farming as

in the family business. Just look at the average age of

their occupation. It’s no wonder, either, when you

the American farmer—57 years old!

look at the economics. The average family farm costs

Garden of Life could not sit by and watch this way of

$47,000 annually to run. However, the average annual

life disappear. We had to do something about it, so we

income from the farms is only $50,000. As a business,

put our money where our mouth is: we started a farm!

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We Are Committed to Our Farm and our Farmers, too:

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We offer guaranteed long-term contracts to create security among our country’s organic family farmers.

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We support the famers by paying fair prices to ensure fair wages on their farms.

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We provide seed capital to help family farms convert land to organic farming, and help them learn and adopt new, best practices to make their farms as efficient as possible.

We also had to put up a lot of seed capital to get the

one of the three.” Well, for our farmers, the constant

ball rolling. We funded “test” crops, letting an entire

comment we got was that, in the past, they never got

growing season go by to make sure our crops would

a secure contract, a fair price and capital to help start

grow successfully—and profitably—for our farmers.

new projects. But that was then and this is now. It’s a

You should have seen the looks on faces when we offered the seed capital, seed contracts and long-lead times to the farms. You’ve heard the old adage, “You never get time, quality and price—you have to sacrifice

new day for them and for us!

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H e a lt h S e c r e t s Lu r k i ng Be h i n d t h e

curtain! by Rhonda Price

Whether it’s Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Thor, the Incredible Hulk, Wonder Woman or Captain America, fans worldwide love superheroes and pour billions of dollars into the thriving comic book movie industry. I’ve always favored Iron Man over the rest of the pack because he’s the only one who seems like he could be real. Instead of acquiring his supernatural powers from a radioactive spider bite, gamma radiation, a super soldier serum or a birthright from the gods, Iron Man is the brainchild of billionaire reformed arms dealer and robotics genius Tony Stark. Without Stark’s ingenuity, there is no iconic red and gold suit of armor—although Ironman 3 may challenge this belief.

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I’ve watched Robert Downey, Jr., brilliantly play the role of Stark and his alter ego in the first two Iron Man blockbusters and wondered how he managed to beef up for the physically demanding scenes. I figured there must be some health secrets lurking behind the set, which is why we jumped at an opportunity several months ago to join the Iron Man 3 cast and crew for an afternoon of filming in Miami. Located less than an hour from our Garden of Life® headquarters in West Palm Beach, we grabbed several boxes of supplements (including a bottle of Vitamin Code® RAW Iron™ that I fantasized about offering to Iron Man) and headed for a discreet location tucked away in downtown Miami’s arts district. Premiering in theaters May 3, a majority of the Iron Man 3 scenes were shot at EUE/Screen Gems Studios in Wilmington, North Carolina, with additional filming in Florida. When we arrived, we joined our host, John, and were given a quick tour. The set was a massive labyrinth of activity with construction workers tearing down walls, a catering

company setting up for lunch, and stage hands bustling around with plants and other props. Suddenly, we heard a deafening blast, but John calmly explained it was the sound crew testing explosives in a garbage can! We assumed lots of things would be blown to smithereens since that’s a trademark of any Iron Man film, but John couldn’t confirm because there were strict orders not to give away any important details about the plot. After a walk around the set, everyone paused for a lunch break, which was no small affair with 200 cast and crew members ready to chow down. We were amazed at the endless smorgasbord of food with tables piled high with offerings to appeal to any taste or diet. There were several pasta dishes that seemed to be a hit with the teamsters and construction workers, an impressive salad bar decorated with a carved Iron Man 3 watermelon, and a mind-boggling array of side dishes. Outdoors there were two chefs grilling fish and chicken, while another was busily slicing prime rib. When we asked John if this was a typical lunch spread, he said it was the norm, but added that five or 10 years ago there would not have been quite as many healthy choices available. Shooting resumed promptly after lunch with a stern warning to turn off cell phones under penalty of death. I was thrilled to see Robert Downey, Jr. in full Tony Stark mode as well as cast mates Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall and Jon Favreau piled into an elevator with a few extras. The same scene was shot numerous times with everyone squeezing out of the elevator between takes so the sound and lighting crews could make adjustments.

For a second, I thought I saw Robert Downey, Jr.’s twin during a lighting check and wondered if it was a stunt double. John said the look-a-like was a stand-in so the actor didn’t have to wait tediously under the lights, but all I could ponder was how much this guy was getting paid to look like the star. Throughout the filming, any time the director yelled “cut” and stopped shooting, Downey immediately reeled off clever one-liners that kept everyone in stitches. When shooting resumed, he would announce, “It’s on like Konkey Dong!” and more laughter erupted. I was so absorbed in the scenes that I didn’t notice at first when Downey was standing next to me during a short break. Up close, he looked strong, sinewy, and extremely handsome in an expensively cut black jacket befitting his billionaire character. Because Stark is supposed to be a bit of a geeky inventor, he was wearing thick, Coke bottle looking glasses and was still exuding sexiness in an effortless, debonair way. While I silently contemplated how Downey managed to lose 25 pounds to play Sherlock Holmes in between Iron Man films, John introduced him to me and I was temporarily paralyzed when he said, “it’s nice to meet you.” Luckily, I spotted a name tag on his jacket from the scene that said, “Hello! YOU KNOW MY NAME” and I blurted out that I certainly did! John told him that we were from Garden of Life, the company with all the raw supplements, and Downey listened to this like it was the most interesting thing in the world. We also talked about the hotel where he was staying in Miami and how he hated to leave because he’d love to have more time in Paradise. All too soon the director called for him again and he was whisked back to the elevator for several more hours of shooting.

It’s Not Easy Being Iron Man Although it takes loads of energy and stamina for actors to shoot the same scenes for days, it’s nothing compared to the hours Downey spends working out so that he can have the strength required to play Iron Man. Consider that Downey is 5’ 8” tall and weighs about 170 pounds, while the Iron Man suit

weighs 40 pounds. It’s not the same thing as Spiderman suiting up in a flame-retardant leotard that is feather light by comparison. Downey also does most of his own stunts, which is why production was shut down briefly on the set in North Carolina when he injured his ankle. Apparently, it’s not easy being Iron Man at the age of 47, but he pulls it off marvelously with the help of an entourage of massage therapists, a personal trainer, a chef, martial arts instructors and a yoga teacher to keep him in shape. No matter how much assistance he has from Team Downey, the training to prepare for the role is brutal and consists of varied workouts created by Brad Bose, an exercise physiologist who gave him his chiseled, rock-hard bod for all three films. “I need a lot of support,” Downey said, perhaps alluding to the fact that he has had some health struggles and personal demons to deal with in the past. “Life is really hard, and I see it as a really cool survival game.” With games in mind, Bose designed a series of challenging workouts specifically with Downey’s character in mind. Explaining that Iron Man is not a typical superhero with bulging muscles, the goal was to get his body working at peak performance but not overly muscular. Some of the unusual exercises Downey practiced included whipping around fire hoses filled with sand and water, hurling SUV tires, and handling Indian Clubs that resembled weighted juggling pins. He also trained on stationary equipment, lifted weights, and put some genuine iron into his workouts by lifting kettlebells. Some days were designated for high intensity circuit training, while other days included an upper body routine of pull-ups, dips, bench presses, body rows and military presses and a lower body workout of barbell squats, lunges and leg presses. During training, Downey stuck to a high-protein diet and consumed about 3,000 calories a day. He also practiced Wing Chun Kung Fu, a martial arts discipline, and stayed flexible with the help of a yoga instructor. His enormous effort and commitment were for the sole purpose of making Iron Man 3 the best film for multitudes of fans. “We need to leave it on the field,” said Downey, who has done everything to show that he, Tony Stark and Iron Man are all forces to be reckoned with.

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Smackdown!

Health Coach Chris Wark Shows Why All Brands Are Not Created Equal

Almost 10 years ago, Chris Wark never gave much thought to his diet, his stressful lifestyle or his overall health. Self-employed as a Memphis real estate investor, the then 26-yearold poured all of his energy into his job and making a comfortable home for himself and his wife. When he was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2003, it was like a sucker punch that came out of nowhere. “Colon cancer, or actually any kind of cancer, did not run in my family,” he said. “There was no way to figure out how this could have happened to me.” Chris opted for surgery. As he recovered, he

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instinctively felt he should stick to natural treatments that he believed would be better for his health. “I felt very strongly that I did not want to tear down my body with chemicals,” he said. Chris embarked on a raw, vegan diet for 90 days and then worked with a naturopath to add clean meat to his diet. He was also inspired by reading Garden of Life® founder Jordan Rubin’s book The Maker’s Diet, which recommends

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unprocessed, organic foods and eliminating environmental toxins. Chris gradually became a student of alternative medicine and healing foods. Most of all, he was meticulous about scrutinizing every single thing he put into his body, which meant poring over product labels and nutrition panels. “I believed it was possible to restore my health, and I got better,” said Chris, who is 36 years old now and thriving—as are his two young daughters. “But through my experience, I learned there are a lot of people looking for information. I decided the best thing I could do was to share with others what I had learned.” Today, Chris maintains his own health blog and is also a public speaker, lecturing at smoothie bars, churches, L’ecole Culinaire Culinary School, Whole Foods Market and many health and wellness events.

I felt very strongly that I did not want to tear down my body with chemicals. - Chris Wark

He makes numerous appearances on radio, television and the Internet, inspiring countless people to take control of their health and reverse disease with a radical transformation of diet and lifestyle. “There’s no doubt that the demand for natural therapies is exploding, and I can see it from the 70,000 hits per month on my blog.” For more information about Chris, visit his web site at www.chrisbeatcancer.com. While regularly sharing information, health tips and product reviews on his web site, Chris noticed that many people asked him questions about protein powders. At the time, he was using three different brands—Vega, Sun Warrior and Garden of Life® RAW Protein—rotating all three. But one day, he placed all three canisters side by side, studied the nutrition panels and listed his findings on a spreadsheet. Surprisingly, he discovered there were significant differences among the three leading brands. “The good news is that all three are plant based, gluten free and sweetened with stevia,” he said. “Apparently, Vega uses five sources of protein, Sun Warrior uses three and Garden of Life sources theirs from 13 organic sprouted grains. But on closer inspection, what jumped out at me is that Vega and Sun Warrior protein sources, and even the products themselves, are not all USDA Certified Organic as I had assumed. In fact, only Garden of Life RAW Protein is USDA Certified Organic and non-GMO verified by the NonGMO Project, which is a big deal to me. I think if your product is not USDA Certified Organic, it’s as if you’re not holding yourself to any sort of standard at all.” Chris struggled for a while on the notion of value. Trying to compare the products was tricky as each used a different sized scoop. So, he leveled the playing field by analyzing the products on a per-ounce cost basis. He was shocked when he realized that ounce-for-ounce Garden of Life RAW Protein was the best bargain. Something else that Chris took note of was the source for vitamins and minerals in each product. “After all, I’m going out of my way to eat healthy, RAW, organic plant-based nutrition. Why would I

knowingly corrupt that with synthetic chemical vitamins?” Again, he saw Garden of Life RAW Protein pull ahead of the pack. After learning the RAW truth about the products, Chris is no longer rotating brands these days. He sticks to RAW Protein every day, including a giant smoothie containing coconut and hemp seeds that he makes for his lunch. He also makes a RAW Protein “eggnog” smoothie that he whips up for a recovery drink after workouts. “Labels can be very confusing,” he concludes. “I blog constantly about these issues. It’s my way of helping my readers learn how to read a nutrition label for what it does—and does not—say. ”

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Stepping It Up The most common question you hear nowadays in the hallways of Garden of Life is, “How many steps do you have?” Why? Because GoL employees are proudly displaying their pedometers and are striving to be more active throughout the day. The goal is for each employee to build up to 10,000 steps per day. This number is a benchmark for daily activity, but it’s also the guideline that has become commonly agreed upon for improving health and decreasing risk of heart disease. “We are the fastest-growing company in the supplement space, and the majority of the innovation and creativity comes from brainstorming and intense collaboration—while seated. We’re in meetings, on conference calls or working at our computers; so now we’re making a conscious effort to move and to reach that step goal,” says Teresa Miller, Senior Director of Human Resources and Wellness. Garden of Life president, Brian Ray, is one of the biggest champions of getting people more active. “It’s important to me

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that our employees are the healthiest they can be, so we’ve launched our ‘Extraordinarily Healthy Employees’ wellness initiative,” Ray states. In order to lead by example, Ray can frequently been seen with employees doing a lap or two around the lake—which is actually a large retention pond that Floridians affectionately refer to as a lake. The GoL Wellness Committee has been charged with creating customized, exciting programs and activities to keep employees energized and engaged, so they are busy researching treadmill desks, walking competitions and healthy nutritional lunch/snack programs—all of which will benefit GoL employees. Miller points out, “Empowering Extraordinary Health® is one of the most amazing mission statements. Our employees understand its importance, and they are so excited to step it up for their own wellbeing; not just one step—but 10,000 steps.” Now that’s really stepping it up!

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