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Nutiva’s Chef – Evan Rilling

Nutiva is pleased to introduce you to our very own Chef Evan Rilling. Chef Evan has been serving organic foods at Nutiva HQ since April of this year.

Chef Evan comes to us each week with his high energy, amazing spirit which reveals itself in the organic food that he cooks for us. Nutiva’s core value which is dedicated to a healthy and sustainable world for all makes his weekly luncheon a “win-win” for the brand and our people.

In a interview with Evan, I asked him to tell us a little about himself…Here’s what he said. [click to continue…]

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Nutrition On The Run – Eating Well In a Busy Life

Busy lives seem to be the default setting in the western world.  Who has time to spend time considering their nutrition in detail?  So how about some simple strategies to help make good eating choices?  We call it “nutrition on the run”.

The Wikipedia defines nutrition as “the provision [ ] of the materials necessary (in the form of food) to support life.”  Not too elegant but very simple.  So why do we make it so complex and difficult?

The basic components of nutrition are two groups of nutrients.  The first are macro-nutrients, those that we need in macro, or large, amounts. These are carbohydrate, protein, fat and water.  Second are micro-nutrients, those that we need in micro, or small, amounts.  There is a bewildering list of micronutrients including vitamins, minerals, trace elements, essential fats and antioxidants.  The good thing is that the richest sources of these micronutrients are plant-based foods – fruits, vegetables, grains and foods derived from these sources like oils.

“Nutrition on the run” acknowledges that most of us do not have time to read the fine print on all of the food labels.  So we need some really quick ways to ensure that we are getting the nutrition we need.

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4 Simple Steps Towards Improved Health

Every day our lives become increasingly complicated, busier and more rushed.  In this complex world we don’t need or want complex health solutions.  The key to success in anything is focus.

So try this – for the next 30 days pick just one health target to focus on.

  • Get an extra 20 minutes of exercise a day.  No matter how much exercise you already do take it up a notch.  If, like many people, you get no regular exercise start with 20 minutes of walking a day, just fast enough so that you can still carry on a conversation.  Make an effort to do it every day and if you miss a day, don’t beat yourself up, just get back on the program and follow through.
  • Make one meal each day all fresh vegetables and fruit for desert.  Make it breakfast, lunch or dinner – it’s your choice.  Opt for a healthy salad or a vegetable soup and finish with some fresh seasonal fruit.  The nutrients and fiber will boost your energy in a major way.  You can use some nut oil, Hemp Oil, and vinegar for the salad dressing or vegetable stock for the soup base and keep it all veggie.

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NUTIVA PLEDGES $25,000 FOR LAWSUIT CHALLENGING USDA’S APPROVAL OF MONSANTO’S GENETICALLY ENGINEERED ALFALFA

(Oxnard, Calif. ~ February 14, 2011)

Last month the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the deregulation of Monsanto’s genetically engineered, Roundup Ready Alfalfa. This allows unlimited, nationwide commercial planting of the crop, a decision profoundly disappointing to the organic community and one that promises an epic battle to determine the future of organic foods in North America. The Center for Food Safety (CFS) is bringing suit to oppose this decision. CFS, a nonprofit organization, representing 180,000 members across the nation, is focused on curbing the use of harmful food production technologies and promoting organic agriculture. CFS Executive Director Andrew Kimbrell said, “CFS’s legal team is the organic community’s last line of defense against this GMO threat to farmers and consumer choice.”  Nutiva has pledged $25,000 to CFS in support of this litigation.

With Organic Foods Endangered, Who Will Take a Stand Against Monsanto?

Nutiva® founder and CEO, John W. Roulac, comments on the deregulation, “Nutiva is concerned about the impact that genetically modified organisms are having on our natural world and human health.  Since its inception in 1999, Nutiva has exclusively sourced non-GMO ingredients.” According to Roulac, the impending massive spring 2011 planting of Monsanto GMO alfalfa seed could contaminate vast acres of organic food production. “Now is the time for every corporation that has profited from the organic movement to unite and stop Monsanto. Who else will step forward to protect the sacred natural order for future generations?” If Nutiva, a modest company in a land of large organic firms, can contribute $25,000, what will the largest organic dairy brands, international retailers and distributors do to join in the fight? Nutiva is encouraging all organic advocates to add their financial support to these legal efforts. Roulac is no stranger to taking on specials interests. In 2002, Nutiva, in cooperation with Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps, the Hemp Industries Association and Nature’s Path, successfully sued the DEA to establish the rights of Americans to consume hemp foods.

Can Organics Coexist with GMO Alfalfa?

In the view of CFS, if the biotech industry achieves market dominance in numerous crops, the majority of organic foods will be genetically contaminated with foreign genetic material through pollen drift and accidental comingling. Said David Lively, a board member of the Organic Seed Alliance, “The reality is simple: When farmers lose the genetic purity of their seed, they lose their freedom to operate free of GE contamination.” A genetically engineered (GE) or genetically modified organism (GMO) is created in a laboratory process whereby DNA genes of one species, which may come from bacteria, viruses, insects, or animals, are artificially inserted into genes of an unrelated plant or animal. In 2009, the American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM) stated, “. . . studies indicate serious health risks associated with GMO food.“  These risks include the chance of infertility, immune problems, accelerated aging, faulty insulin regulation and changes in major organs and the gastrointestinal system. [click to continue…]

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Coconut Oil Price Increase

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Nutiva is now raising prices on select Coconut Oil SKU’s.  This price increase will effect our larger sized: 54 oz, 1 gallon and 5 gallon products.
For now we intend to hold the line on the 15 0z and 29 oz sizes.

The world price of coconut oil has more than doubled in the past 18 months.

We suggest people consider buying in larger bulk sizes, to help offset some of the price increases.

The rising prices are due to many trends including Drought, Climate Change, Surging Demand for Coconut Products, Fed Policy and “Hot Money”, and Food Inflation.

1. Weather-The major coconut-growing regions of the Philippines, Thailand, and Sri Lanka, have experienced dry weather, resulting in about a 30% decline in tree-nut production. This might improve in the latter half of 2011, but it’s still uncertain. Additionally, poor weather conditions in Australia and South America, has affected other crops–driving up many commodities. Expect to see many more    weather-related issues impact food production. For example western Canada has seen record snow levels this winter. Canadian farmers are concerned the ground will be so wet in late spring due to flooding conditions from snow that many crops won’t get planted. One aspect of climate change to note: extreme weather may well become more common as CO-2 levels rise–and our rain forests are “clear cut”.

2. Demand –There’s a world-wide rising demand for cooking oils, including soy, palm, and coconut oils. Plus the huge surge in sales of coconut water and coconut milk is creating more demand for all coconut products.

3. “Hot Money”- The US Federal Reserve Bank is undertaking the unprecedented act of printing trillions of US Dollars–for loans to large banks and hedge funds. These    funds are not for building US factories or infrastructure. Instead they are being invested in the “speculation” of commodities and other investments. With the historic collapse of the real-estate boom continuing to gain speed, the Fed hopes inflation will stem the red ink of price declines. We have created a true “casino economy”. As Rep. Ron Paul has reminded Americans many times, our founding fathers–George Washington and Thomas Jefferson–warned us never to hand over the keys to the money-printing presses to foreign bankers. With the formation in 1913 of the Federal Reserve, we lost control of our economy and have paid dearly since. [click to continue…]

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Nutiva Celebrates grand opening of new HQ with organic food, party

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Nutiva would like to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to everyone who came out to our Grand Opening party at our new headquarters in Oxnard, CA.

We were very happy to see you all, and share some great organic food, music, and yoga!  We’re looking forward to throwing the next party.

Stay Tuned.

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