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Nutrition Articles

Cancer Prevention

"Fat Free" Living

The Importance of Zinc

Allergy Season Tips

Unhappy Meals by Michael Pollan

Seasonal Recipe Selections

Avocado Salad with Coconut and Almonds

Swiss Chard with Leeks

Easy Salmon Cakes

Chocolate Fondue

Wellness Elixer

Recommended Reading

"Your Body Knows Best" by Ann L. Gittleman This book emphasizes the fact that there is no one diet that is right for everyone.

"Nourishing Wisdom" by Marc David Here we are encouraged to observe what happens when we think about food when we eat it, and how both our thoughts and the food affect our bodies and emotions.

"Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal" by Eric Scholosser You will learn just about everything you need to know about the fast food industry in this book!

"Food Politics" by Marion Nestle An interesting look at how the food industry influences nutrition and health.

Recommended Websites

http://www.wholefoods.com/ Recipes and health information from one of the word's leading natural and organic foods supermarket.

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/ Delicious, wholesome recipes and articles

http://www.whfoods.com/ Provides information about how nutrient-rich healthy foods can promote vibrant health and energy to fit your personal needs and busy lifestyle. Many recipes and articles.

http://www.kitchengardeners.org/ Promotion of kitchen gardening, home-cooking, and sustainable local food systems

http://www.penzeys.com/ A great resource for good quality spices

http://produceoasis.com/ Your one-stop source for info about selecting, preparing, and using fresh vegetables and fruit.

http://www.supersizekids.com/ Rescue your child from the obesity threat

http://www.ecofish.com/ Environmentally responsible seafood

http://www.diamondorganics.com/ The premier source for farm fresh organic food, with guaranteed nationwide overnight home delivery.

http://www.organicwinejournal.com/ Organic wine education and recommendations

http://www.earthdinner.org/ Celebrate the earth – one dinner at a time.

http://www.slowfoodusa.org/ Taste, tradition and the honest pleasures of food

http://www.eatgrub.org/ Supporting community, justice, and sustainability.

http://www.ams.usda.gov/farmersmarkets/map.htm Locate a farmer's market near you!

Connecticut (Fairfield County) Connections

Organic Food Market (no website, located in Playhouse Square / Westport)

Mrs. Greens http://www.mrsgreens.com/

The Lime Restaurant http://www.limerestaurant.com/

Trader Joes http://www.traderjoes.com/

Health in a Hurry http://www.healthinahurry.net/

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