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WHOLE GRAINS MONTH

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Throughout September, Whole Grains Month promotes the benefits and flavors of whole grains in a healthy diet.

Whole grains include the entire seed of a plant. A grain seed is composed of three parts.

  • Bran – The outer shell of a seed or kernel is hard and contains important minerals, antioxidants, and fiber.
  • Endosperm – The next layer of a seed or kernel (or the middle layer) contains most of the carbohydrates found in grains.
  • Germ – The center layer provides vitamins, minerals, and necessary protein.

Whole grains are a vital part of a healthy diet. Not only do whole grains help reduce heart disease and diabetes, but it also helps improve bowel health. Maintaining a regular bowel movement is at the top of everyone’s list! (Yes, we went there.)

Adding whole grains to your meals is easier than many people think it is. These whole grains can be added to every meal with ease.

A few kinds of whole grains to start incorporating in your diet include:

Whole Grain Month also promotes recipes and shopping tips all month long.

Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way: A Cookbook#WholeGrainsMonth
Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way: A Cookbook
Viva Naturals Organic Quinoa, 64 oz (4 lb) - Plant Based Protein, Fiber and Iron - Pre-Washed Whole Grain Rice and Pasta Substitute for Quinoa Salad - USDA Organic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Non-GMO and Kosher#WholeGrainsMonth
Viva Naturals Organic Quinoa, 64 oz (4 lb) – Plant Based Protein, Fiber and Iron – Pre-Washed Whole Grain Rice and Pasta Substitute for Quinoa Salad – USDA Organic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Non-GMO and Kosher
Lundberg Organic Wild Blend Rice - Wild Rice Blended with Long Grain Brown Rice, Sweet Brown Rice, Red Rice, and Black Rice, Certified GlutenFree Rice, Pantry Staples, Chip Clip Inlcuded, 16 Oz#WholeGrainsMonth
Lundberg Organic Wild Blend Rice – Wild Rice Blended with Long Grain Brown Rice, Sweet Brown Rice, Red Rice, and Black Rice, Certified GlutenFree Rice, Pantry Staples, Chip Clip Inlcuded, 16 Oz
King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking: Delicious Recipes Using Nutritious Whole Grains (King Arthur Flour Cookbooks)#WholeGrainsMonth
King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking: Delicious Recipes Using Nutritious Whole Grains (King Arthur Flour Cookbooks)

WHOLE GRAIN MONTH HISTORY

The Whole Grains Council has been promoting Whole Grain Month since 2006. Their mission is to share the importance of whole grains and how to incorporate them into a healthy diet.

HOW TO OBSERVE #WholeGrainMonth

Add whole grains to your meals throughout September! Try these delicious ways to incorporate whole grains:

  • Add granola to your yogurt.
  • Switch to 100% whole grain bread – this includes 100% whole wheat breads.
  • Replace refined pasta with whole-grain versions.
  • Replace refined pasta with whole grain rice.
  • Add quinoa to your smoothie.
  • Enjoy a bowl of air-popped popcorn.
  • Switch to whole-grain tortillas.
  • Add whole grains to your baking. Replace a portion of a recipe that calls for all-purpose flour with a whole-grain version.

After a month of adding whole grains to your diet, check-in with your body and see how you feel. Use #WholeGrainsMonth to share your favorite ways to cook with whole grains.

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Great Grains Raisins Dates and Pecans Breakfast Cereal, Raisin Cereal with Sweet Dates and Granola Clusters, Non-GMO Project Verified, 16 OZ Box
Wheat Thins Original Whole Grain Wheat Crackers, Party Size, 20 oz Box#WholeGrainsMonth
Wheat Thins Original Whole Grain Wheat Crackers, Party Size, 20 oz Box
KIND Breakfast, Healthy Snack Bar, Peanut Butter, Gluten Free Breakfast Bars, 100% Whole Grains#WholeGrainsMonth
KIND Breakfast, Healthy Snack Bar, Peanut Butter, Gluten Free Breakfast Bars, 100% Whole Grains
RiceSelect Pearl Couscous, Israeli-Style Wheat Couscous Pasta, Non-GMO, 24.5-Ounce Jar#WholeGrainsMonth
RiceSelect Pearl Couscous, Israeli-Style Wheat Couscous Pasta, Non-GMO, 24.5-Ounce Jar

NATIONAL WELLNESS MONTH

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All during August, National Wellness Month focuses on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. Create wholesome habits in your lifestyle all month long and see how much better you feel!

Research has shown self-care helps manage stress and promotes happiness. Whether you challenge yourself to a new yoga pose or try a different spa treatment, make a small change and impact your health in positive ways.

There are numerous ways to make those small changes, too.

  • Increase your water intake.
  • Add more fruits and veggies to your meals.
  • Monitor your sleep and make adjustments for better sleep habits
  • Join a yoga, walking, or aerobics class.
  • Learn to meditate.

These small steps can lead to many more healthy habits in your lifestyle.

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Mindsight ‘Breathing Buddha’ Guided Visual Meditation Tool for Mindfulness | Slow Your Breathing & Calm Your Mind for Stress & Anxiety Relief | Perfect for Adults & Kids
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Favorites Yogi Tea Organic Sampler Gift Box - Assorted Delicious Wellness Teas - 9 Herbal, Green & Black Teas - Tea Gift Set & Variety Pack (45 Tea Bags)#WellnessMonth#Wellfie
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ProsourceFit Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set for Back/Neck Pain Relief and Muscle Relaxation#Wellfie#WellnessMonth
ProsourceFit Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set for Back/Neck Pain Relief and Muscle Relaxation

NATIONAL WELLNESS MONTH HISTORY

Live Love Spa founded National Wellness Month in 2018 to foster community, connection, and commerce in the Wellness industry. The initiative inspires consumers to focus on wellness and provides a platform for wellness companies to highlight their services and benefits.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #WellnessMonth #Wellfie

Every August, let’s amplify the message of healthy living, celebrate those providing amazing self-care solutions, and inspire others to create new healthy habits.

Proclaim “I choose wellness” with a photo and post on social media.

Visit http://www.wellnessmonth.com for a calendar of daily challenges for small ways you can choose to be well each day. Because we believe that small, daily acts of self-care lead to a lifetime of wellness.

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NATIONAL FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MONTH

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Add color to your meals during National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month in June. As the peak season for many early garden crops find their way into markets, it’s an excellent time to take advantage of these freshly picked fruits and vegetables.

Find farmers market near you
Find a Farmers Market Near You

Berries and salad items come to mind first, but don’t hesitate to try exotic produce, too. As we head into a season where more variety is available, our family gets to enjoy the benefits of early summer’s bounty in vibrant color.

From zucchini and tomatoes, leafy greens, onions, and avocado, each provides added fiber, protein, and vital nutrients. Whether we eat them as a snack, on a salad or in smooth, it’s important to have five servings of fruit and vegetables per day.

Cucumber, Tomato Salad
Cucumber, Tomato Sald
Red, Blue, and Cheesecake Salad
Red, Blue and Cheesecake Salad
Easy Broccoli Salad
Easy Broccoli Salad
No-Fail Fresca Sangria
No – Fail Fresca Sangria

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HOW TO OBSERVE

Skip the canned and frozen aisle and check out the delicious fresh fruits and vegetables coming into the grocery, farmers markets, and even your garden every day in June. Maybe visit a pick-your-own-fruit-and-vegetable farm and bring home the fruits of your labor. Savor the goodness of these delicious foods and use #FreshFruitAndVegetableMonth to share on social media.

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A Gift Inside BTB Medium Box *Fruit-Only*
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"Stir it Up" Bundle#FreshFruitAndVegetableMonth
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JUNE IS MEN’S HEALTH MONTH

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Throughout June, Men’s Health Month focuses on improving the lifestyles of men. While there are several approaches to improving overall health, diet and exercise are the targets of any changes.

All month long, community events and clinics take place to increase awareness of the leading health concerns men face. It’s important to encourage the men in our lives to get regular checkups and be aware of the risks for their age, ethnicity, and lifestyle. 

Men's Health Print Magazine Hearst Magazines
Men’s Health Print Magazine
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  • Know your preventable risks
  • Take steps to create healthful habits 
  • Schedule routine tests for early detection of disease
  • Learn your risk factors
  • Document your family history with your physician

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the leading causes of death among men are heart disease, cancer, and accidental death.

Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch with Heart Rate, Music, Alexa Built-In, Sleep and Swim Tracking, Black/Carbon, One Size (S and L Bands Included) by Fitbit
Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch with Heart Rate, Music, Alexa Built-In, Sleep and Swim Tracking, Black/Carbon, One Size (S and L Bands Included)

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HOW TO OBSERVE

  • Make a commitment to have a health checkup.
  • If you’ve recently had one and you are at risk, consider making changes to your lifestyle to improve your health.
  • Talk to your physician about the steps to take.
  • Talk to the men in your life about making an appointment for a checkup.
  • Take a walk with your father, brother, husband, son, friend or co-worker.
  • Cook up a healthy meal for the man in your life.
  • Learn more about Men’s Health Month by participating in Wear BLUE Day the Friday before Father’s Day.

Use #MensHealthMonth to share on social media. For more information visit www.menshealthmonth.org.

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Jen’s Keto Quiche

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Breakfast, lunch, or dinner this low carb option is super good and loaded with enough meat, eggs vegetables, and cheeses, to satisfy for any meal.  To keep it Keto friendly, I chose low carb vegetables and loaded it with cheeses too. I stayed crustless, but there are lots of options out there if you really want a crust.

Ingredients

  • 12 eggs
  • 16 Oz Sliced fresh mushrooms ( retain about 12 pretty slices for top of quiche
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced green pepper
  • 1 lb cubed ham
  • 10 Oz fresh spinach (using paper towel ring out as much water as you can)
  • 16oz grape tomatoes cut in half
  • 8 Oz sliced Colby Jack cheese
  • 8 oz  sliced Sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 8oz slices Provolone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy whipping Cream
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Coat 13 x 9 glass baking dish in non stick spray. Really important for crustless quiche. Layers are about 1/3 of each ingredient except mushrooms. These are done about half in each layer, with retained ones going on top.
  • Layer in ingredients starting with onions, green pepper, ham, tomatoes, mushrooms and spinach.
  • Top with Colby/Jack cheese slices
  • Second layer onions green pepper, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, and spinach.
  • Top with Provaline cheese slices
  • Layer last of onions, green pepper, ham, tomatoes and spinach.
  • Top with sliced cheddar cheese. Arrange remaining mushroom slices on top.
  • Whish eggs, heavy Cream, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
  • Slowly pour egg mixture over filled casserole dish. Cover with aluminum foil for oven.
  • Bake in pre-heated oven for 45 minutes at 350°.

I usually slice into 12 squares. Makes a wonderful dinner and we can have leftovers for breakfasts. Can be frozen in portions for breakfasts too. Simply freeze individually and separate with parchment paper in gallon zip lock bag.

There are a ton of options and variations to ingredients and sizes. For smaller individual servings assemble in a Muffin tin. Try your own vegetable choices. Asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, the choices are only really defined by your tastes. My family loves this version and we are trying out new varieties presently. So I hope your family love to dish this up too…

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It’s what for dinner!