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The recent salmonella recall for eggs probably has you questioning whether you should even eat the eggs in your refrigerator.  Once again it seems that one irresponsible chicken farmer has caused this situation; one bad apple spoils it for others.  Outraged?  Yes.  Please pay attention to this recall.  

The answer for safe eggs is to choose those laid by chickens that are well care for, not piled up in cages in a building.  Cage-free helps.  Organic is well regulated so its your best bet.  When it comes to cost, the nutrient value of one egg is so high that it is worth it. When you compare the price of a box of  sugar-filled, artificially colored and flavored, nutrient-empty cereal to a dozen of good eggs, it is easy to see where you should spend your money.  Buy the better eggs, make some French toast, and enjoy them.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

The commitment Rudi’s Bakery has made to Gluten-Free safety is exceptional. “It’s in the DNA of this company,” said Doug Radi. Their facility is shut down for a day for an extensive cleaning process. The facility and equipment used is segregated, covered and sterilized between bread making runs. Never do the gluten free products interact with wheat products. But there’s more. Their standard is no more than 10 parts per million. Every batch is tested during and after, internally and externally. Since the release of their first gluten-free breads in July, four to five hundred tests have been done and all have met this requirement. This is a company with integrity. You can feel safe eating both their gluten-free and organic breads. Keep in touch through www.Facebook/RudisBakery. Doug wants to hear from you! (To listen to more go to iTunes.)

RECIPE: Lightly butter one side of each ot two slices of Cinnamon Raisin bread. Spread PB & J on the one other side. Combine into a sandwich. Place on grill and cook until ends are lightly browned and crisp. This is a favorite of Doug’s three kids. Enjoy!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Gluten Free bread has been synoymous with dry, crumbly, tasteless slices – awful.  It took a year to figure out how to make one taste and feel like real bread.  There’s a reason no one has done it before now. Meet Doug Radi of Rudi’s Organic Bakery to hear this story of persistence. Now those with Celiac, Wheat Intolerance and allergies can eat toast and sandwiches again.  This bread is so good its for everyone!  Tune in and join us live,8/20, Noon EST (www.BetterFoodChoicesRadio.com) , or listen on iTunes (Free).  We’ll be sharing RECIPES so be ready to salivate!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Jolie Root helps make sense of the latest Nutrition News including the Child Nutrition Act and food safety.  Tune in live on July 23rd, Noon ET on www.BetterFoodChoicesRadio.com or listen on iTunes for free.  Call in with your questions: 914-803-4091.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Since 66% are overweight or obese, the fact tht 70% are concerned about their weight is a good thing.*   However, most have no idea how many calories they are eating, nor the amount of calories and exercise they need.  It’s simple.  Less calories and more exercise works for most.  Fresh food has fewer calories than processed.  Eat fresh and get moving!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

*Reported by USA Today, Nanci Hellmich, “Study: American mostly clueless when it comes to calories.”, 9/7/2010, p. 6D.