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News: Support our vendors!


Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Our Website: suwanee.locallygrown.net
Pick Up Location: 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford GA 30518 on Tuesdays
Like Us on Facebook: Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Have a question for other co-op members? Submit questions on our Google Group Discussion Board: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/suwanee-whole-life-co-op

We’re about to lose vendors…

Many of our vendors require a minimum amount ordered to be able to justify delivering to our warehouse. Orders have been very low for Cedar Rock Dairy, Mountain Fresh Creamery and Great Harvest. Unfortunately if our orders don’t increase we will lose these wonderful vendors. Please consider showing your support for these vendors by ordering their products. Your ordering decisions do make a difference!

Great Harvest offers freshly baked breads from freshly milled whole grains. They also offer gluten free breads.

Mountain Fresh Creamery produces all natural (no hormones or antibiotics), non-homogenized Milk, Chocolate Milk, Low Fat Milk and Buttermilk.

Cedar Rock Dairy produces Raw Jersey cow milk from A2 cows. Cows roam on certified organic *pastures of a 1200 acre organic farm.

Link to explanation of the advantages of A2 milk

Market News

SALE Flour – Prairie Gold Whole Wheat White Flour (10 lbs) for $4.75! This Flour has a best by used date of 6/10/2015 It’s so versatile it can be substituted for white flour in some recipes, giving your baked goods unique flavor, plus all of the benefits of whole wheat. 100% whole-wheat flour. Certified Chemical Free. GMO Free. All Natural. Nothing Added, Nothing Removed.

Group Buy from last week- Grass Fed Cheese
If you purchased our group buy from last week (Grass Fed Cheeses) it will be available this Tuesday (5/12) for pick up. If you missed the group buy last week we have extra and they will be listed on the market until they are sold out. You’ll find them in the GROUP BUYS section of the website.

Butter from Southern Swiss Dairy
Butter is back on the market! They thank you for your patience!

New Items
Grains – Einkorn Wheat, 11 LB Bag Organic

Grains – Organic Short Grain Brown Rice, 2 LB

Grains – Brown Basmati & Wild Rice, Organic, 1 LB

Grains – Long Grain White Rice, Organic Heirlooms, 2 lb

Grains – Brown Basmati Rice, Rice – Non GMO

Gift Certificate – My Daily Bread

Essential Oil – Myrrh 1/2 oz.

HELP! We need Volunteers!!

Please consider volunteering. I can’t run the co-op without your help.

THANK YOU Pam, Chuck, Marianna, and Vicki for helping out last Tuesday! We couldn’t run the co-op without your support!

If you are interested in volunteering to help at pick up, I have created a volunteer sign up on Signup Genius. I am asking for volunteers to sign up for 1 hour shifts from 2p to 6:45 pm. No packing is involved just need someone to be there to assist other members. You are welcome to bring your kids as long as they are supervised. Here is the link to the sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer

The link is also posted on the About page on our website.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Upcoming Group Buys

Below is a list of upcoming co-op group buys to help with planning and budgeting. All dates are subject to change.

Vital Choice (Wild Caught Seafood Only) – 5/15 – 5/17

Fermented Cod Liver Oil- Green Pasture – 5/22 -4/24

Sorghum Syrup – 5/29 -5/31

Wilderness Family Naturals- (Organic Pantry Items) –June 2015

Raw Mixed Nuts – June 2015

Grass Fed Cheese – 9/18 – 9/20

We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!

Reminder: Place your order today before 5pm!


Per the survey, many of you have requested that I send a reminder on Sundays before the market closes so you’ll remember to order.

I will do my best try to remember to send this weekly on Sundays :-)

Have a wonderful day,
Nora

Market is OPEN for orders! Group Buy Grass Fed Cheese


ORDERING:
The market is now open for ordering!
suwanee.locallygrown.net

GROUP BUY Grass Fed Cheese THIS WEEKEND! Expect to pick up group buy item in 2 weeks (not this Tuesday).

If you do NOT receive a confirmation email immediately after you placed your order, then your items are still in your cart and your order is not complete. All orders must be placed by 5pm on Sunday.

PICK UP:
Pick up is on Tuesday at 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford 30518 from 1pm to 6:45 pm.

PAYMENT:
We take checks, cash, credit card and Dwolla

If you are planning to pay using Dwolla please make sure your deposit includes the 25 cents fee. For example, if your order total is $22.50 make your deposit for $22.75.

Please make sure you understand our pick up policy before you order.

Have a blessed weekend!
Nora

News: Group Buy Grass Fed Cheese


Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Our Website: suwanee.locallygrown.net
Pick Up Location: 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford GA 30518 on Tuesdays
Like Us on Facebook: Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Have a question for other co-op members

Submit questions on our Google Group Discussion Board: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/suwanee-whole-life-co-op

Group Buy :Grass Fed Cheese

This weekend we will be taking orders for grass-fed cheese from Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese, Jason Wiebe Dairy, and Landmark Dairy (Johanna).

Low Temp Pasteurized and Raw Milk Cheeses will be available.

Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese and Jason Wiebe Dairy are 2 creameries I’ve worked with for a while. One of our members, Johanna, purchased raw milk cheese (Landmark Brand Mild Cheddar) from Azure Standard and accidentally purchased 4 cases instead of 4 pounds. I’m trying to help her unload her extra.

I’ve asked the cheese makers to put “(Raw Milk Cheese)” in the title if it is raw milk cheese aged 60 days according to FDA regulation. All other cheeses are low temp pasteurized.


Raw milk cheese that is listed on the market is safe for human consumption and is aged at least 60 days per FDA regulation.*

Prices and available sizes will be on the market website tomorrow for ordering. The pricing will include shipping and taxes/fees.

The cheese will NOT be available for pick up this Tuesday. Please allow at least 2 weeks. I will email you when it is available for pick up.

  • Cows Raised without synthetic hormones
  • Cows are grass-fed and raised on pasture
  • Old World, Handmade Cheese making Techniques
  • Cheeses made with non-homogenized low temp pasteurized or raw milk and aged at least 60 days to comply with the USDA regulations for raw milk cheese production
  • Vegetable-based rennet, to make it more acceptable to vegetarians
  • Cheeses that are not considered raw are pasteurized at the lowest legal temperature for 15 seconds

See Kenny’s and Jason’s website for more detailed information about their process: http://www.kennysfarmhousecheese.com/
http://www.jasonwiebedairy.com/index.htm

Benefits of Grass-Fed Cheese

  • One of the few foods that contains a perfect balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fats, a ratio ideal for your health
  • Very high in CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) In fact, it contains five times more CLA than dairy from grain-fed cows! CLA, which are most abundant in grass-fed products, are among the most potent cancer fighters in all foods.
  • Considerably higher in beta-carotene, vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin E than cheese and other dairy from grain-fed sources
  • High in the healthy calcium and protein your body needs
  • Free from growth hormones and antibiotics

Market News

HoneyBerry Naturals
I hope everyone that picked up on Tuesday enjoyed their sample of laundry butter from Sherry Morris of HoneyBerry Naturals. Due to your survey feedback she is currently developing a line of all natural, non- toxic cleaners. Look for those on them market site in the upcoming months. Her Handcrafted Laundry Butter is currently on the website. and is safe for top loader and HE machines.

Group Buy from last week- FCLO & Grass Fed Collagen
If you purchased our group buy from last week (Green Pasture FCLO and/or Great Lakes Collagen) they will be available this Tuesday (5/5) for pick up. If you missed the group buy last week I ordered a couple extra and they will be listed on the market until they are sold out. You’ll find them in the GROUP BUYS section of the website.

Butter from Southern Swiss Dairy
They are making more and as soon we can get some it will be listed on the market. It’s currently shown as “sold out”. I will immediately let you all know as soon as they have more. They expect to have more next week. They thank you for your patience!

HELP! We need Volunteers!!

Please consider volunteering. I can’t run the co-op without your help.

THANK YOU Mollie, Caleb, Pam, Chuck, Marianna, and Vicki for helping out last Tuesday! We couldn’t run the co-op without your support!

If you are interested in volunteering to help at pick up, I have created a volunteer sign up on Signup Genius. I am asking for volunteers to sign up for 1 hour shifts from 2p to 6:45 pm. No packing is involved just need someone to be there to assist other members. You are welcome to bring your kids as long as they are supervised. Here is the link to the sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer

The link is also posted on the About page on our website.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Upcoming Group Buys

Below is a list of upcoming co-op group buys to help with planning and budgeting. All dates are subject to change.

Grass Fed Cheese – 5/1 – 5/3

Vital Choice (Wild Caught Seafood Only) – 5/15 – 5/17

Fermented Cod Liver Oil- Green Pasture – 5/22 -4/24

Sorghum Syrup – 5/29 -5/31

We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!

Market is OPEN for orders! Group Buy FCLO & Collagen This weekend


ORDERING:
The market is now open for ordering!
suwanee.locallygrown.net

GROUP BUY FCLO and Collagen THIS WEEKEND! Expect to pick up group buy item in 2 weeks (not this Tuesday).

If you do NOT receive a confirmation email immediately after you placed your order, then your items are still in your cart and your order is not complete. All orders must be placed by 5pm on Sunday.

PICK UP:
Pick up is on Tuesday at 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford 30518 from 1pm to 6:45 pm.

PAYMENT:
We take checks, cash, credit card and Dwolla

If you are planning to pay using Dwolla please make sure your deposit includes the 25 cents fee. For example, if your order total is $22.50 make your deposit for $22.75.

Please make sure you understand our pick up policy before you order.

Have a blessed weekend!
Nora

Newa: Group Buy FCLO and New Vendor


Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Our Website: suwanee.locallygrown.net
Pick Up Location: 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford GA 30518 on Tuesdays
Like Us on Facebook: Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Have a question for other co-op members

Submit questions on our Google Group Discussion Board: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/suwanee-whole-life-co-op

Group Buy :Fermented Cod liver Oils & Collagen

This weekend we will have our Group Buy for Green Pasture products (Fermented Cod Liver Oil (FCLO), High Vitamin Butter Oil, Skate Liver Oil

and Great Lakes Gelatin- Grass Fed Collagen!

All currently available products (as of today) will be listed on the market site tomorrow for ordering.

We order FCLO monthly and collagen every 2 months. One can of collagen is a 2 month supply for 1 person. Please keep this in mind when ordering.

The prices include our discounted group buy price, sale price (if applicable), shipping, fees and taxes.

THIS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP THIS TUESDAY.

I will place our group order on Monday and expect it will be available for pick up within 2 weeks. This is a prepaid pre-order, so payment is expected this Tuesday. If you are only ordering Green Pasture or Great Lakes products this week, please drop a check in the mail or online payment on the co-op market website.

If you are new to the co-op and/or Fermented Cod Liver Oil or Collagen, I have a section at the bottom of this weblog that discusses the benefits of these amazing products.

I’ve also listed my recommendations and dosage for adults and kids.

Market News: New Vendor

We are very happy to welcome Sherry Morris of HoneyBerry Naturals to our family of growers and producers. Sherry is also a long standing co-op member! Her desire to use non-toxic cleaners in her own home has driven her to start her own business. Please join us in supporting her! She will also be vendor of the day on Tuesday if you’d like to meet her and see her products.

HoneyBerry Naturals’ Handcrafted Laundry Butter is made with 100% handcrafted coconut oil soap, natural borax, and washing soda that is dissolved and whipped into laundry butter! It does a fabulous job cleaning your clothes and leaving them soft with no additional products. Use 1 TBL for regular loads, 2 TBL for extra large or extra dirty or smelly loads. This has also become my kitchen and bathroom (even the toilet) cleaner as well. The coconut oil soap in it cuts grease better than anything else I’ve used. Comes with a coconut soap “stain stick”. Just wet your fabric at the stain and use the stick like a crayon on the stain and throw into the washer. Safe for top loader and HE machines.

HELP! We need Volunteers!!

We need 2 volunteers this TUESDAY. Please consider volunteering. I can’t run the co-op without your help.

THANK YOU Diana, Pam, Chuck, and Vicki for helping out last Tuesday! We couldn’t run the co-op without your support!

If you are interested in volunteering to help at pick up, I have created a volunteer sign up on Signup Genius. I am asking for volunteers to sign up for 1 hour shifts from 2p to 6:45 pm. No packing is involved just need someone to be there to assist other members. You are welcome to bring your kids as long as they are supervised. Here is the link to the sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer

The link is also posted on the About page on our website.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Upcoming Group Buys

Below is a list of upcoming co-op group buys to help with planning and budgeting. All dates are subject to change.

Fermented Cod Liver Oil- Green Pasture – 4/24 -4/26
Grass Fed Cheese – 5/1 – 5/3

Vital Choice (Wild Caught Seafood Only) – 5/15 – 5/17

Sorghum Syrup – 5/29 -5/31

Upcoming Local Events

RESTART Sugar Detox Program
Get ready to live the sweetest life possible free from the negative physical and emotional effects of sugar?

I’m a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and I’m on a mission to help you change your relationship with sugar so you can change the course of your health and live the sweetest life possible.
Be in control of sugar, rather than it controlling you!
Feel empowered to say “no” or “yes” because it feels good to you
Feel great in your body & learn to make the best choices for you!

The RESTART Sugar Detox program is a 5-week program with a 21-day sugar detox built in. It is part class, part sugar detox and part support group: a powerful & empowering combination.

You will be fully supported as you go through a gentle, yet powerful sugar detox that will remove the negative effects of sugar from your body and your life.

You can do it & you will feel amazing!

Side effects of the RESTART Sugar Detox may include [but not limited to]:
Weight loss
Better sleep
More energy
Reduced cravings
Mental clarity
Reduced PMS
An appreciation for the taste of REAL FOOD!
Class Time & location:
When: April 29th @ 6p.m.
Where: Vitality Method Pilates Studio @ 2590 Peachtree Industrial blvd, Unit D, Duluth 30097
Cost for Coop Members: $150-
Register: Click HERE!

Not sure if the Sugar Detox program is right for you or question whether sugar really is the problem?
Call me @ 404-941-6069 and I’ll help you decide if the RESTART Sugar Detox program is right for you!

I’m a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner & Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant. To achieve optimal wellness, I believe that a nutrient-dense, whole-foods diet is the foundation to true health and vitality. It’s not about dieting, counting calories or starving yourself; it’s about nourishing your body with real food.

Nutritional Therapy Practitioners are trained to support and work alongside other doctors and healthcare professionals to aid in the restoration of balance and achievement of optimal health for all individuals. Nutritional Therapy Practitioners do not diagnose or treat medical conditions, but instead support the underlying health of the body in order to help it function more optimally.

REGISTER @ https://nutretewellness.satoriapp.com/offers/48241-restart-sugar-detox-program

Fermented Cod Liver Oil Info Details

GREEN PASTURE INFO:
Here’s some information about Fermented Cod Liver Oil and its health benefits:

Why choose Green Pasture Products?

•Whole Food Form
•Wild, as Provided by Nature
•Natural fatty acid complex, nothing removed or changed
•Full, deep range of Vitamins A, D, E, K; CoQ enzymes; and other Quinones
•Non-industrialized & Historical Processing Methods
•Clean, Pure, and Extensive Third Party Tested (NO PCBs, Lead, Mercury, Arsenic or other Heavy Metals)
•Family owned business
Why is FCLO better than regular fish oil? •Green Pasture uses wild caught cod in and around the Arctic region (A substantial amount of today’s cod liver oil is produced from farmed fish)
•FCLO higher in nutrients than regular fish oil
•Double the amounts of vitamin A and D as regular cod liver oil
•Goes rancid less quickly
•No synthetic vitamins added
•Most salmon oil has one-fifth the potency of cod liver oil
•1/2 TBS of FCLO provides the amount of elongated omega-3 fatty acids found in twelve 1,000 mg fish oil capsules

What are the benefits of Fermented Cod Liver Oil?
•Rich in Vitamins A & D which are crucial nutrients that are lacking in most modern diets
•Vitamin A- vital for a healthy immune system and healthy vision and is important for proper development in children
•Vitamin D- improves insulin function, protective effect against multiple sclerosis,
•May help prevent flu (lack of vitamin D synthesis during the winter as one explanation for high rates of influenza infection during cold season)
•In women, higher levels of vitamin D from cod liver oil improve bone mineral density
•EPA- Eicosapentaenoic acid (Omega 3 Fatty Acid) anti-inflammatory and necessary for prostaglandin production
•DHA -docasahexaenoic acid, a nutrient absolutely vital for a healthy brain and nervous system
•Fights inflammation associated with heart disease and heals the lining of the arteries
•Reduces the size of atheromas clogging arteries and improves blood vessel function
•Studies have shown cod liver oil can protect against diseases like cancer and leukemia
•Effective in treating arthritis
•Helps maintain soft skin and minimize wrinkles

How does it benefit my child’s health?
From conception through adolescence, cod liver oil can provide developing children with what they need to thrive. Mothers who take cod liver oil during pregnancy and nursing protect their children from disease while providing them with important nutrients and fatty acids. For growing children, cod liver oil is important for healthy bones and teeth, as well as preventing common problems like ADHD. It’s also an excellent treatment for diaper rash and other skin conditions if used topically.

Synergy of Butter Oil and Cod Liver Oil
Research shows that butter oil and cod liver oil, taken together, provide complementary factors leading to proper essential fatty acid balance. High-vitamin butter oil contains arachidonic acid (AA), an omega-6 fatty acid, while cod liver oil is rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), an omega-3. Moreover, the saturated fatty acids in the butter oil promote efficient utilization of the unsaturated fatty acids in the cod liver oil. Finally, butter oil contains a broad and deep range of important quinones including Vitamin K, E and CoQ enzymes while cod liver oil is rich in Vitamin A and D.

Green Pasture’s High-Vitamin Butter Oil is extracted from dairy milk produced by Guernsey and Devon cows (high butterfat producers) that graze exclusively on irrigated grass in the northern Great Plains. This specific combination of climate and irrigation produces a rapidly growing specialized forage, ensuring optimal levels of Activator X as discovered by Dr. Price. Activator X and other nutrients are then further concentrated by putting the butterfat through a specialized low-temperature centrifuge process

Here is a link to an article about the benefit of cod liver oil and why it’s best taken with a high vitamin butter oil http://www.westonaprice.org/cod-liver-oil .

I’ve been taking FLCO since October 2011 and I can honestly say that I have seen an improvement in my own health. My hair and nails are stronger than they’ve ever been. My hair hasn’t been this thick since my last pregnancy 6 years ago. My skin feels and looks better. I usually have small bumps on my upper arms and they have virtually disappeared. My hormone level seems more even and no mood swings. One member told me her vision has improved since taking FCLO. My son thinks it’s helped him learn how to read! He loves it and actually requests it. My daughter, on the other hand, takes it only because she knows it’s good for her.

I have heard and seen several testimonies about FCLO increasing HDL (the good cholesterol) and have experienced it myself. My doctor has been tracking my HDL (and LDL) for the past 5 years and noticed that my HDL has been going up since 2011. The only significant dietary change I have made is adding FCLO to my diet. One of my closest friends has been taking the infused coconut oil that includes fclo and skate oils. Her HDL skyrocketed almost 50 points and her LDL lowered. Ironically we have the same doctor and she is now very interested in Fermented Cod Liver Oil.

Last year, my dentist told me I had a small “soft spot” on one of my molars that he wanted to keep an eye on. I doubled up on my fish oil and at my next visit he said it was no longer there! I have been told by others that using this product can help re-mineralize your teeth and reverse tooth decay and now I believe it.

My neighbor just started taking FCLO recently. She is also a breast cancer survivor for almost 14 years but has suffered from lymphedema (swelling in arms and hands). She told me shortly after taking fermented cod liver oil blend gel she has seen a significant reduction in her swelling and sense of well being she hasn’t felt in years!

If you have a testimony you’d like to share, please email me. I’d love to know how others in our co-op have seen the benefits of taking this wonderful product!

Nora’s recommendations:
I have personally tried every flavor and type of FCLO that Green Pasture carries. There are 2 that my entire family takes and we switch it up for variety- FCLO/HVBO Blend Gel- Cinnamon Tingle Flavor and Infused Coconut Oil- Carob Banana flavor.

I recommend shaking up the FCLO Blend Gels then storing it in the fridge upside down. It’s easier to scoop out that way. None of the products need refrigeration but I do only for this product. The infused coconut oils tend to harden up in the fridge so I just keep it on the counter.

My family has “family fish oil time” right after dinner. We take it with a little orange juice or something acidic to cleanse our palate.

Suggested Dosage:
FCLO/HVBO Blend Gel- Adults 1 teaspoon, children 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon depending on age

Infused Coconut Oils- Adults 1 tablespoon, children 1/4 to 1/2 tablespoon depending on age.

For other FCLO products see sources below for recommended dosage.

Dosage sources:
http://holisticsquid.com/how-much-cod-liver-oil-do-i-need/

http://www.westonaprice.org/cod-liver-oil/cod-liver-oil-basics

Great Lakes Collagen Info

Great Lakes Gelatin (the Green can) Collagen Hydrolysate (beef kosher) Unflavored

Gelatin (also known as cooked collagen) has wonderful anti-inflammatory and anti-aging qualities, as it helps to fill in the missing amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) in the standard American diet. This is a completely different from the jiggly gelatin product most of us grew up eating as kids.

Homemade bone broth is chock full of gelatin and very nutrient dense but Great Lakes Gelatin- Collagen is a convenient way to get gelatin consistently into your diet.

What is Collagen Hydrolysate?

Hydrolyzed Collagen is the unique combination of amino acids in concentrated levels that promotes rapid re-production of blood cells for healing and conditioning over other proteins especially for bone and joint health care. This low molecular weight protein is easily digested for healthy enrichment in minutes after ingestion. It will not congeal because it has been hydrolyzed for quick assimilation and improved hydration to the connective tissue. Collagen is important to nitrogen balance, now considered an anti-aging product as it supports age related cartilage damage, and collagen loss. source: http://greatlakesgelatin.com/)

How do I use this product?
You can mix it in drinks, shakes, smoothies, or add a tablespoon to your favorite recipe to give it an anti-inflammatory protein boost. It will dissolve in cold liquids very easily.

How Much Do You Need?
Recommended dosage: Take one rounded tablespoon (10-12 g) in the morning, and the same amount before going to bed in the late evening which will help reduce appetite. This product has a low molecular weight so it will dissolve in cold, warm, or hot liquids.

Important Note: Remember not to get too carried away with gelatin. Adding too much too quickly can cause digestive issues: bloating, loss of appetite, stomach ache are just a few side effects.

It’s important to remember that more gelatin is not always better, especially if you are adding it to your diet for the first time.

Gelatin should be used in addition to a nutrient dense diet and not to replace real food like homemade bone broths and grass fed meats.
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Additional links and sources:
http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/gelatin-and-collagen-hydrolysate-whats-the-difference/#sthash.lGTNErFi.dpuf

http://butternutrition.com/what-you-dont-know-about-gelatin-may-hurt-you-5-things-you-need-to-know/

http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/gelatin-and-collagen-hydrolysate-whats-the-difference/

http://paleoparents.com/2014/gelatin-why-we-love-it-and-60-delicious-family-friendly-recipes-using-it/

We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!

Market is OPEN for orders! Group Buy Maple Syrup last weekend to order


ORDERING:
The market is now open for ordering!

Click link to take you to the market: www.suwanee.locallygrown.net

Group Buy Maple Syrup Grade B – We order only once a year so don’t miss out.

If you do NOT receive a confirmation email immediately after you placed your order, then your items are still in your cart and your order is not complete. All orders must be placed by 5pm on Sunday.

PICK UP:
Pick up is on Tuesday at 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford 30518 from 1pm to 6:45 pm.

PAYMENT:
We take checks, cash, credit card and Dwolla

If you are planning to pay using Dwolla please make sure your deposit includes the 25 cents fee. For example, if your order total is $22.50 make your deposit for $22.75.

Please make sure you understand our pick up policy before you order.

Have a blessed weekend!
Nora

News: 1 more week - Group Buy Maple Syrup Grade B


Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Our Website: suwanee.locallygrown.net
Pick Up Location: 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford GA 30518 on Tuesdays
Like Us on Facebook: Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Have a question for other co-op members? Want to split a gallon of Maple Syrup?

Submit questions on our Google Group Discussion Board: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/suwanee-whole-life-co-op

Group Buy :Maple Syrup Grade B

Did you miss the Group Buy order for organically produced maple syrup from Old State Farms last weekend? You still have time! I’m extending the order 1 more week!!

This weekend I will be taking orders for organically produced Maple Syrup – Grade B, Unfiltered Grade B Maple Syrup, Maple Sugar and other products from Old State Farms in Northern Pennsylvania. This is a seasonal product and we only order once a year!

If a gallon is too much for your family and you want to split a gallon, I suggest using our Google Discussion board to post your request. We just need 1 person to order and submit payment. You will have to divide among yourselves.

My family easily goes through a gallon each year. This is a delicious nutrient dense traditional sweetener that has many uses besides a great pancake syrup. Use it in smoothies, glazes for salmon & chicken, marinades, yogurt & ice cream topping, maple butter, vinaigrettes,and baking.

I also buy a gallon and put in pint and quart mason jars with a pretty ribbon to give as gifts. Add Lizzie’s whole grain pancake mix and you have a nutritious, non-GMO, pesticide free, healthy gift basket anyone would love to receive!

This maple syrup and other maple products are organically produced, no chemicals, formaldehyde-free, no sprays or fertilizers used on trees, evaporator is stainless steel (lead free) and they practice Low Impact Maple Production.

What is unfiltered maple syrup?
Maple Sap is tree’s the primary source for nutrients. When the tree’s root system begins pumping sap up the trunk to feed the tree in early spring it brings with it many nutrients and minerals (Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese & Selenium). Old State Farms collect the sap and boils off water until the syrup reaches the proper density (66.7brix). During the boiling process only the water evaporates. Not only does the sugar concentration increase, so does the mineral concentration. These minerals begin to collect to one another and form small granules (known to syrup makers as “sugar sand” or niter). This “sugar sand”, given this name because of its light blond color and slightly gritty texture, is then filtered out of the maple syrup. Unless you have asked for it specifically from a producer, any syrup you will find will be the filtered variety and look very clear.
In a nutshell unfiltered syrup is pure maple syrup with all the minerals and nutrients that were present when the sap was collected from the tree. It tastes the same and looks the same but will have a cloudy rather than clear appearance.

Joseph Burkett and his family has been producing maple syrup on their farm since 2001.

This is a pre-order and payment will be due at next week’s pick up or you can mail your check. Our order will take several weeks since Joseph is still tapping the trees. It will also arrive via freight so it takes longer than FedEx.

I will contact you as we get closer to a delivery date.

Market News

New Items this week:
Pasta – GLUTEN FREE Greek Pasta Salad A wonderful treat for both the eye and the palette, this salad is full of crisp organic red and yellow peppers, green onions, feta cheese, salami, and spices. made with gluten free pasta

GLUTEN-FREE Glorious Morning Muffins
Another one of our best sellers! Organic apples and carrots combined with coconut and walnuts in a wonderful gluten free base.. These muffins are filling and taste decadent, while being healthy. kids love them too!~

Soap – Fragrance Free with Activated Charcoal – Fragrance Free with activated charcoal soap has great exfoliating properties and cleansing ability without any scent. Activated charcoal is made by manufacturers heating common charcoal made from coconut shells in the presence of a gas that causes the charcoal to develop internal spaces or pores that allow activated charcoal to trap chemicals. It is for this reason that activated charcoal is often used to absorb toxic substances. 100% Pure Ingredients from Responsible Sustainable Sources * No Artificial Fragrances, Dyes, Chemical Fillers or Preservatives * No Animal Products

Aromatherapy Inhalers for Essential Oils
These Aromatherapy Inhalers come in a four piece kit. The inhaler, wick, inhaler plug and the outer protective cover. Simply saturate the wick with the essential oil or oils of your choice, insert the wick into the inhaler and then cap off with the inhaler plug.When sealed closed inside the protective cover the wick and your oils are no longer exposed to the air which will help your oils last much longer. We have had these inhalers last over a month or two and still work great! These work great for respiratory problems and could be used for creating your own Breath easy blends, Calming blends, Energizing / Study blends and more!

Essential Oil Tip for seasonal allergy suffers: use Lavender, Peppermint and Lemon essential oil to relieve allergy symptoms. Perfect in an aromatherapy inhaler!

HELP! We need Volunteers!!

We need 1 volunteer next TUESDAY from 5-6pm!

THANK YOU Volunteers for helping out last Tuesday! We couldn’t run the co-op without your support!

If you are interested in volunteering to help at pick up, I have created a volunteer sign up on Signup Genius. I am asking for volunteers to sign up for 1 hour shifts from 2p to 6:45 pm. No packing is involved just need someone to be there to assist other members. You are welcome to bring your kids as long as they are supervised. Here is the link to the sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer

The link is also posted on the About page on our website.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Upcoming Group Buys

Below is a list of upcoming co-op group buys to help with planning and budgeting. All dates are subject to change.

Fermented Cod Liver Oil- Green Pasture – 4/24 -4/26
Grass Fed Cheese – 5/1 – 5/3

Vital Choice (Wild Caught Seafood Only) – 5/15 – 5/17

Sorghum Syrup – 5/29 -5/31

Upcoming Local Events

RESTART Sugar Detox Program
Get ready to live the sweetest life possible free from the negative physical and emotional effects of sugar?

I’m a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and I’m on a mission to help you change your relationship with sugar so you can change the course of your health and live the sweetest life possible.
Be in control of sugar, rather than it controlling you!
Feel empowered to say “no” or “yes” because it feels good to you
Feel great in your body & learn to make the best choices for you!

The RESTART Sugar Detox program is a 5-week program with a 21-day sugar detox built in. It is part class, part sugar detox and part support group: a powerful & empowering combination.

You will be fully supported as you go through a gentle, yet powerful sugar detox that will remove the negative effects of sugar from your body and your life.

You can do it & you will feel amazing!

Side effects of the RESTART Sugar Detox may include [but not limited to]:
Weight loss
Better sleep
More energy
Reduced cravings
Mental clarity
Reduced PMS
An appreciation for the taste of REAL FOOD!
Class Time & location:
When: April 29th @ 6p.m.
Where: Vitality Method Pilates Studio @ 2590 Peachtree Industrial blvd, Unit D, Duluth 30097
Cost for Coop Members: $150-
Register: Click HERE!

Not sure if the Sugar Detox program is right for you or question whether sugar really is the problem?
Call me @ 404-941-6069 and I’ll help you decide if the RESTART Sugar Detox program is right for you!

I’m a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner & Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant. To achieve optimal wellness, I believe that a nutrient-dense, whole-foods diet is the foundation to true health and vitality. It’s not about dieting, counting calories or starving yourself; it’s about nourishing your body with real food.

Nutritional Therapy Practitioners are trained to support and work alongside other doctors and healthcare professionals to aid in the restoration of balance and achievement of optimal health for all individuals. Nutritional Therapy Practitioners do not diagnose or treat medical conditions, but instead support the underlying health of the body in order to help it function more optimally.

REGISTER @ https://nutretewellness.satoriapp.com/offers/48241-restart-sugar-detox-program

We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!

Market is OPEN! Group Buy Maple Syrup this weekend


ORDERING:
The market is now open for ordering!
suwanee.locallygrown.net

Group Buy Maple Syrup Grade B – We order only once a year so don’t miss out.

If you do NOT receive a confirmation email immediately after you placed your order, then your items are still in your cart and your order is not complete. All orders must be placed by 5pm on Sunday.

PICK UP:
Pick up is on Tuesday at 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford 30518 from 1pm to 6:45 pm.

PAYMENT:
We take checks, cash, credit card and Dwolla

If you are planning to pay using Dwolla please make sure your deposit includes the 25 cents fee. For example, if your order total is $22.50 make your deposit for $22.75.

Please make sure you understand our pick up policy before you order.

Have a blessed weekend!
Nora

News: Group Buy Maple Syrup


Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Our Website: suwanee.locallygrown.net
Pick Up Location: 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford GA 30518 on Tuesdays
Like Us on Facebook: Suwanee Whole Life Co-op

Have a question for other co-op members? Want to split a gallon of Maple Syrup?

Submit questions on our Google Group Discussion Board: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/suwanee-whole-life-co-op

Group Buy :Maple Syrup Grade B

This weekend I will be taking orders for organically produced Maple Syrup – Grade B, Unfiltered Grade B Maple Syrup, Maple Sugar and other products from Old State Farms in Northern Pennsylvania. This is a seasonal product and we only order once a year!

If a gallon is too much for your family and you want to split a gallon, I suggest using our Google Discussion board to post your request. We just need 1 person to order and submit payment. You will have to divide among yourselves.

My family easily goes through a gallon each year. This is a delicious nutrient dense traditional sweetener that has many uses besides a great pancake syrup. Use it in smoothies, glazes for salmon & chicken, marinades, yogurt & ice cream topping, maple butter, vinaigrettes,and baking.

I also buy a gallon and put in pint and quart mason jars with a pretty ribbon to give as gifts. Add Lizzie’s whole grain pancake mix and you have a nutritious, non-GMO, pesticide free, healthy gift basket anyone would love to receive!

This maple syrup and other maple products are organically produced, no chemicals, formaldehyde-free, no sprays or fertilizers used on trees, evaporator is stainless steel (lead free) and they practice Low Impact Maple Production.

What is unfiltered maple syrup?
Maple Sap is tree’s the primary source for nutrients. When the tree’s root system begins pumping sap up the trunk to feed the tree in early spring it brings with it many nutrients and minerals (Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese & Selenium). Old State Farms collect the sap and boils off water until the syrup reaches the proper density (66.7brix). During the boiling process only the water evaporates. Not only does the sugar concentration increase, so does the mineral concentration. These minerals begin to collect to one another and form small granules (known to syrup makers as “sugar sand” or niter). This “sugar sand”, given this name because of its light blond color and slightly gritty texture, is then filtered out of the maple syrup. Unless you have asked for it specifically from a producer, any syrup you will find will be the filtered variety and look very clear.
In a nutshell unfiltered syrup is pure maple syrup with all the minerals and nutrients that were present when the sap was collected from the tree. It tastes the same and looks the same but will have a cloudy rather than clear appearance.

Joseph Burkett and his family has been producing maple syrup on their farm since 2001.

This is a pre-order and payment will be due at next week’s pick up or you can mail your check. Our order will take several weeks since Joseph is still tapping the trees. It will also arrive via freight so it takes longer than FedEx.

I will contact you as we get closer to a delivery date.

Market News

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter and relaxing Spring break! The market will be open this week for ordering Friday to Sunday at 5pm! We will have normal pick up on Tuesday from 1pm to 6:45pm at the warehouse.

New Items this week:
Gluten Free Glorious Morning Muffins
Aromatherapy Inhalers
Grass Fed Water buffalo Ribeye Steaks
Grass Fed Alpaca Andouille Sausage

HELP! We need Volunteers!!

We need volunteers next TUESDAY!

THANK YOU Pam for allowing us to pick up produce boxes at your home on Tuesday!

If you are interested in volunteering to help at pick up, I have created a volunteer sign up on Signup Genius. I am asking for volunteers to sign up for 1 hour shifts from 2p to 6:45 pm. No packing is involved just need someone to be there to assist other members. You are welcome to bring your kids as long as they are supervised. Here is the link to the sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer

The link is also posted on the About page on our website.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Upcoming Group Buys

Below is a list of upcoming co-op group buys to help with planning and budgeting. All dates are subject to change.

Grass Fed Cheese – 4/17 – 4/19 (Sorry this keeps changing. There are a few items currently out of stock and we want to make sure it’s available before you order)

Vital Choice (Wild Caught Seafood Only) – April TBD

Unrefined Maple Syrup – Grade B- 4/10/15 – 4/12/15

Sorghum Syrup – TBD Spring 2015

Upcoming Local Events

Forsyth County Master Gardener Plant Sale – April 10-11

Annuals, Perennials, Trees, Shrubs & Vegetables

Mel from Sweet Pea Garden will be at this event! Stop by and say hi!

The annual Forsyth County Master Gardener Plant Sale offers a wide variety of southern plants, unique garden accents and more.

Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer any questions or offer expert advice on planting, growing & caring for your plants.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

8:00am-5:00pm

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

8:00am – 4:00pm

LOCATION:

The Barn @ Cumming Fairgrounds
235 Castleberry Road
Cumming, GA 30040

RAIN OR SHINE!

Covered Venue -inside heated barn on fairgrounds

We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!