Thursday, December 17, 2009

Fort Collins Winter Farmer's Market: Together We Thrive

There may be no other time of the year when monitoring your diet is more important than during the winter months. Temptation is everywhere – snacks at the office, fatty comfort foods, grazing on cupcakes at holiday parties. Couple that with a perceived lack of fresh fruits and vegetables, and it is no wonder people suffer from weight gain, as well as seasonal mood disorders, and even depression caused by weight gain and vitamin deficiencies.

So how do you avoid this?

In Fort Collins, we are lucky to have the Winter Farmer's Market, held Saturdays from 10 AM until 3 PM at the Opera Galleria, 123 North College Avenue in downtown Fort Collins.

The dates are:

  • December 19
  • January 16 and 23
  • February 13 and 27
  • March 6 and 27

“Winter Markets provide real support to local entrepreneurs - farmers, ranchers, cheese and wine-makers alike. A wonderful celebration of community, too.” Karen McManus, Co-owner Wolf Moon Farms

Fruits and Vegetables Can Protect Your Health

Besides supporting local food producers, maybe the best reason to eat fresh food is disease prevention. People who eat generous amounts of fruits and veggies are likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases, including stroke and perhaps other cardiovascular diseases, and certain cancers (www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov)

Fruits and veggies can protect in the short term as well. Diets high in certain vitamins and minerals can protect you from the flu, colds, altitude sickness (when you go skiing), morning sickness, and all kinds of other minor illnesses. This winter, try to eat a diet rich in

  • Vitamin C – citrus fruits, broccoli, salad greens, cabbage, bell peppers, mangos
  • Vitamin A & B – carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, apples, Brussels Sprouts (yes, they can be tasty)
  • Garlic and Onion – they are both high in antibiotic and antiviral properties

At the Winter Farmer’s Market, you will find fresh, local fruits and veggies that are both in-season and match your winter nutritional needs.

For more information, please visit www.BeLocalNC.org and www.NoCoFoodIncubator.com

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Thursday, December 10, 2009

A Mother’s Love Can Change the World

Motherlove Herbal Company is dedicated toward helping nurture, soothe, and heal women on their all-important journey through pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Motherlove crafts the finest quality organic products for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and babies. They provide a natural way to prevent stretch marks, soothe labor discomfort, increase breast milk, relieve sore nipples, nurture baby's tender skin and clear up diaper rash and thrush. Their organic products are safe and gentle, yet effective for women and babies.

These products include belly oils and salves, baby oil and diaper rash cream, sitz baths and rhoid balm, breast milk enhancers and nipple creams, and even organic baby clothing.

Using only the finest products and certified organic ingredients, Motherlove follows FDA Good Manufacturing Practices and supports the environment in all phases of their business. Their products are cruelty free and don’t use mineral oil, artificial fragrances, or artificial preservatives. In addition to being organic, many of their products are now certified kosher.

Because their products are both safe and incredibly effective, they have been featured in high-profile magazines such as Fit Pregnancy, Mom & Baby, Pregnancy, Us Weekly, Vegetarian Times, Mothering, belly, Pregnancy & Birth, Organic Style, American Baby, Fitness, and DaySpa.

To find out more about this unique company, visit their web site at motherlove.com. You can check out their products, read testimonials, find retailers, and even shop. Oh, and if you weren’t convinced already – check out their list of beauty products to avoid!

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Tuesday, December 8, 2009

EPA: “Greenhouse Gases Threaten Public Health and the Environment”

Are you concerned about the toll your actions take on the environment? Our cars have adverse effects, no doubt. But did you know that more than 23 percent of total greenhouse gas emissions are from on-road vehicles, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?

In a press release on December 7, 2009, the EPA reported scientific evidence that greenhouse gases threaten public health and the overall welfare of the American people. As the primary cause of climate change that leads to longer and hotter heat waves, greenhouse gases contribute to asthma; respiratory illnesses; and the overall health of Americans, particularly the sick, poor and elderly.

But Climate change is more than rising temperatures and poor health. Other effects include:

  • The melting of glaciers
  • Disappearing coastlines
  • Excess carbon dioxide in the oceans
  • Historic droughts and more powerful storms
  • Changing migratory patterns of birds and other animals (and broader range of diseases)


But check out The Colorado Carbon Fund:


Created through The Governor's Energy Office Project C, The Colorado Carbon Fund comprises "a groundbreaking campaign – the first statewide project of its kind – to provide high quality, verifiable carbon offsets for consumers concerned about climate change and further advances Colorado’s New Energy Economy. Consumers can compensate for their own carbon emissions - generated by everyday activities such as driving and home-heating - by helping to fund projects in Colorado that measurably reduce greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere. Donors who offset at least 50% of their vehicle emissions can qualify for a Colorado Project C license plate."


See our last post for more information on Project C license plates, and remember that your donation will continue to fund innovative carbon projects on Colorado.


To learn more about The Colorado Carbon Fund, go to www.ColoradoCarbonFund.org


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Thursday, December 3, 2009

Get Your Project C License Plate


Getting your Project C License Plate is easy!

  • Second, when you donate, make sure to check the box to receive a Colorado Carbon Fund license plate certificate.

  • Third, print out that certificate and bring it to your county’s vehicle registration office. It is recommended you call the registration office ahead of time to make sure the plates are in stock. There is a $50 fee for this plate (in addition to your donation).
  • Fourth, put the plates on your car. Drive safe, look great with cool plates, and show your support for clean energy in Colorado.

For more details, click here: Colorado Carbon Fund License Plates.

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