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WORLD FLOUR DAY

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On March 20th, World Flour Day recognizes the importance of flour in our daily diets and our health. In every part of the world, products made from flour provide daily sustenance for billions of people.

Flour is the main ingredient in delicious foods like pasta, cakes, pastries, bread, and biscuits. For thousands of years, humans have consumed grains ground into flour. Ancient humans gathered the oat kernels growing wild around them. Using a stone tool much like a pestle, they crushed the kernels into a coarse flour.

Amazon Fresh, Enriched Bread Flour, Unbleached, 5 Lb#WorldFlourDay
Amazon Fresh, Enriched Bread Flour, Unbleached, 5 Lb
Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free White Rice Flour#WorldFlourDay
Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free White Rice Flour
Fairhaven Mill 100% Organic Whole Grain Rye Flour - 5-lbs - High Soluble Fiber Fine Ground Flour - Contains Gluten #WorldFlourDay
Fairhaven Mill 100% Organic Whole Grain Rye Flour – 5-lbs – High Soluble Fiber Fine Ground Flour – Contains Gluten
Plantain Fufu Flour#WorldFlourDay
Plantain Fufu Flour

Today, we continue to enjoy many varieties of domesticated grains. In the Northern Hemisphere, many farms prepare to plant these grain crops around March 20th. The earth is warming and ready to grow. In the Southern Hemisphere, autumn has arrived. The grains have ripened, and harvest is beginning.

The day honors the farmers and millers, shippers and truckers, processors and bakers who bring the white gold to our tables. It’s a day for gratitude, and one of hope as the seeds are sown, and harvests are reaped.

WORLD FLOUR DAY HISTORY

The Flour World Museum founded World Flour Day on March 20th in 2019 to celebrate the global significance of flour in our daily lives.

About the Flour World Museum

The Flour World Museum in Wittenburg near Hamburg, Germany, has set itself the goal of creating a monument to flour in all its globe-spanning significance. After all, some 750 million tonnes of wheat flour are harvested each year and turned into a wide variety of foods.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #WorldFlourDay

  • Invite a friend for a meal made with flour. A whole-grain sandwich or a sweet pastry sounds delicious.
  • Don an apron and bake up some cookies; deliver them to your favorite farmer or co-worker.
  • Try a new recipe while you’re at it.
  • Learn about varieties of flour and try baking with one you’ve never used.
  • Practice making a rue. One of the key ingredients is flour, and it makes some of the most amazing sauces and soups.
  • What’s your favorite flour product? Tell us using #WorldFlourDay and share on social media.
Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 5 lb#WorldFlourDay
Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 5 lb
Blue Diamond Almonds Almond Flour, Gluten Free, Blanched, Finely Sifted#WorldFlourDay
Blue Diamond Almonds Almond Flour, Gluten Free, Blanched, Finely Sifted
King Arthur Semolina Flour, Coarse Ground, High Protein Durum Wheat, Kosher#WorldFlourDay
King Arthur Semolina Flour, Coarse Ground, High Protein Durum Wheat, Kosher
Anthony's Brown Rice Flour, 5 lb, Gluten Free, Non GMO, Product of USA, Vegan#WorldFlourDay
Anthony’s Brown Rice Flour, 5 lb, Gluten Free, Non GMO, Product of USA, Vegan

National Flour Month

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National Flour Month in March is a time to recognize the versatility of this ground staple kitchen item. Grab your apron and start celebrating!

It’s been thousands of years since humans learned they could mill wheat seed between stones into flour. While wheat is the most common variety of flour, corn, peas, potatoes, nuts, and other grains are also used to produce flour, too.

We use flour to make baked goods, pasta, crackers, pastries, and sauces. As a key ingredient in many recipes, flour fills canisters in a well-stocked kitchen.

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Classica, Tipo “00” Double Zero Flour Extra Fine, 11 lbs (5 kg), Neapolitan Italian Pizza, Bread, Pasta, and more, All Natural, Unbleached, Unbromated, No Additives, Polselli
King Arthur High Gluten Flour, Contains Wheat Flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour) High Protein, 3 lb, White, 48 Ounces#NationalFlourMonth
King Arthur High Gluten Flour, Contains Wheat Flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour) High Protein, 3 lb, White, 48 Ounces
King Arthur Pasta Flour Blend, Finely Ground, 3 lb,White#NationalFlourMonth
King Arthur Pasta Flour Blend, Finely Ground, 3 lb,White
Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour#NationalFlourMonth
Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour

A loaf of homemade bread would fill the home with an aroma of yeasty goodness in the middle of March. However, flour doesn’t limit us to bread baking. Perhaps we thicken a stew with freshly made noodles and wrap up the day with piping hot pie. Whatever we decide, we know with the right ingredients and the right amount of flour everything will be delicious.

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HOW TO OBSERVE

Select your favorite recipe and start baking. Use #NationalFlourMonth to share on social media.

365 by Whole Foods Market, All Purpose Flour#NationalFlourMonth
365 by Whole Foods Market, All Purpose Flour
King Arthur, Measure for Measure Flour, Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher, 3 Pounds#NationalFlourMonth
King Arthur, Measure for Measure Flour, Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher, 3 Pounds
Anthony's Blanched Gluten Free Almond Flour, 4 lb, Gluten Free & Non GMO, Keto Friendly#NationalFlourMonth
Anthony’s Blanched Gluten Free Almond Flour, 4 lb, Gluten Free & Non GMO, Keto Friendly
Gold Medal Premium Quality Unbleached Bread Flour#NationalFlourMonth
Gold Medal Premium Quality Unbleached Bread Flour

NATIONAL HEART MONTH

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February focuses on the heart making it National Heart Month. Anyone can be at risk for heart disease. More and more, our sedentary lifestyles are putting us at risk at a younger age. Obesity, high blood pressure, and smoking all increase our risk factors.

Each one of those we can take action to lower our risk. Get moving. Remove stress. And quit smoking. Eat healthier.

Even small changes help make a difference. Reduce the amount of fast food. Eat more greens. Take the stairs. Walk the kids to school. Go outside and play with the kids or walk the dog.

NATIONAL HEART MONTH HISTORY

The American Heart Association proclaimed February as National Heart Month.

RELATED OBSERVANCES

  • American Hearth Month
  • National Stroke Awareness Month
  • National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month
  • World Stroke Day

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalHeartMonth

Review these signs for heart disease risk:
  1. High blood pressure. Millions of people in the United States have high blood pressure, and millions of them are as young as 40 or 50. If you are one of them, talk to your doctor about ways to control it.
  2. High cholesterol, diabetes, and obesity are all conditions that can increase your risk for heart disease. If you fall into this category, work on eating healthy and getting some physical activity a few times a week.
  3. Smoking cigarettes. Over 35 million adults in America are smokers, and thousands of young people pick up the habit daily. If you’re a smoker, do your best to quit or cut down. It’s what’s best for your health.

Talk to your physician about your risk factors. Walking is one of the healthiest and safest activities we can do for ourselves. Learn more at http://www.cdc.gov and use #NationalHeartMonth to share on social media.

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In February We Go Red Heart Disease Awareness Health Month Sweatshirt
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Red Heart Disease Awareness In February Heart Health Month T-Shirt
The Complete Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Beginners: A No-Stress Meal Plan with Easy Recipes to Heal the Immune System #NationalHeartMonth
The Complete Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Beginners: A No-Stress Meal Plan with Easy Recipes to Heal the Immune System
The Mediterranean Dish: 120 Bold and Healthy Recipes You'll Make on Repeat: A Mediterranean Cookbook#NationalHeartMonth#NationalHeartMonth
The Mediterranean Dish: 120 Bold and Healthy Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat: A Mediterranean Cookbook

AMERICAN HEART MONTH

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American Heart Month isn’t just for lovers. February also reminds us to take care of our hearts and consider our risk factors.

Believe it or not, heart disease can happen at any age. However, some risk factors for heart disease and stroke are preventable. American Heart Month teaches us how we can help reduce our risks while eliminating those we have control over. Do you have one of these risk factors for cardiovascular disease? Obesity, physical inactivity, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, high cholesterol, or diabetes.

AMERICAN HEART MONTH HISTORY

In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared the first American Heart Month to tackle heart disease in the United States.  

HOW TO OBSERVE #AmericanHeartMonth

Review these signs for heart disease risk:
  1. High blood pressure. Millions of people in the United States have high blood pressure, and millions of them are as young as 40 or 50. If you are one of them, talk to your doctor about ways to control it.
  2. High cholesterol, diabetes, and obesity are all conditions that can increase your risk for heart disease. If you fall into this category, work on eating healthy and getting some physical activity a few times a week.
  3. Smoking cigarettes. Over 35 million adults in America are smokers, and thousands of young people pick up the habit daily. If you’re a smoker, do your best to quit or cut down. It’s what’s best for your health.

So, if you want to stay on top of your health and try to avoid the risk of heart disease, there are a few things you can do. First, don’t smoke, and if you’re already a smoker, do your best to quit. Click here for options for help. The next step you can take is managing any conditions you may have, such as high blood pressure and cholesterol. Take your medication as prescribed by your doctor. Next, make heart-healthy diet decisions. Eat whole foods low in trans-fat, saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar. A good rule of thumb is to fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables. Finally, get moving! Living a sedentary lifestyle will put you at a much greater risk for heart disease. Try to get in at least 20 minutes of physical activity 4-5 days a week, then build from there!

Visit www.millionhearts.hhs.gov to learn more about the risks and how to prevent heart disease and stroke. Use #AmericanHeartMonth to share on social media.

February American Heart Health Month: Blood Pressure Journal Log Book Health Record Tracker Health Disease Awareness Month Red Ribbon#AmericanHeartMonth
February American Heart Health Month: Blood Pressure Journal Log Book Health Record Tracker Health Disease Awareness Month Red Ribbon
American Heart Association Instant and Healthy: 100 Low-Fuss, High-Flavor Recipes for Your Pressure Cooker, Multicooker and Instant Pot®: A Cookbook #AmericanHeartMonth
American Heart Association Instant and Healthy: 100 Low-Fuss, High-Flavor Recipes for Your Pressure Cooker, Multicooker and Instant Pot®: A Cookbook
The Low Cholesterol Cookbook and Action Plan: 4 Weeks to Cut Cholesterol and Improve Heart Health#AmericanHeartMonth
The Low Cholesterol Cookbook and Action Plan: 4 Weeks to Cut Cholesterol and Improve Heart Health
The No-Salt Cookbook: Reduce or Eliminate Salt Without Sacrificing Flavor#AmericanHeartMonth
The No-Salt Cookbook: Reduce or Eliminate Salt Without Sacrificing Flavor