Inventory Updates

The following items are back in stock: 

• Beef Liverwurst 
• Beef Liver 
• Pork Tenderloin 
• Baby Back Ribs 

New Products:

• Vital Whey Natural 

Dr. Eric Serrano MD, MS, BC

Question and Answer Column

Hi Dr. Serrano,

My husband has medically controlled high cholesterol and blood pressure and a calcified aortic valve (possibly from rheumatic fever as a child) that frequently causes chest pressure and shortness of breath.  I know that grass-fed beef has omega 3's and CLA, but it also has a concentrated amount of saturated fat.  Should my husband eat this food in moderation, and, if so, how much or how often is common for guys who are almost 60 with his condition?

He eats very little meat and dairy, choosing soy products instead because this was such a scare for him.  His digestion has improved and his numbers are good.

Thanks for your suggestions.

J.B.

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Dear J.B.,

Eat organic, grass-fed beef, because as I have mentioned in previous articles, it is not the fat, but the source of the fat.

If he is getting saturated fats from bad sources, then he is going to get toxins in it. Go for the organic grass-fed red meat, but again, the key question is how is he feeling? If he is feeling good with high energy levels, then there is nothing to worry about. If he is feeling low energy levels, then we may need to look at other parts of his diet.

In addition I wouldn't use soy at all because of the estrogenic and insulinogenic properties.

All the best, 

Dr. Serrano

David Csonka

We are excited to introduce blogger David Csonka to our newsletter staff!  He is the author of the blog Naturally Engineered and an avid crossfit and paleo enthusiast who is also a contributor to the Paleo Magazine.

How to Eat Paleo on a Budget

This article series presents strategies for eating high quality health foods while sticking to a budget.

#1: Think Ahead

The best laid plans don't always succeed, but they certainly have a much better chance of working out when you're not just winging it. If you really want to reduce your food costs and be able to eat the highest quality food with your budget, you're going to have to use some forethought.

Don't Shop Hungry

Have you ever heard people say not to go shopping on an empty stomach? It's great advice. The hungrier you are, the tastier everything will look in the grocery store making you more susceptible to the marketing gimmicks that get people to buy stuff. Coincidentally, the food that is most likely to be bad for you will be employing the most advertising to get you to buy it.

Plan Your Meals

You don't necessarily need to account for every calorie of food which will cross your lips throughout the week, but identifying what your primary meals are going to be for each day will be incredibly helpful. By knowing what you intend to eat during the coming week, you can ration out your supplies and ingredients more effectively. The worst time to find out you're all out of beef stock is when you're already chopping up ingredients to put in your soup.

Make Your Shopping List Early

Most of the time, people write out their grocery list just before they head out the door. Doing your shopping this way is bound to leave you forgetting something and not remembering it till you arrive back at home. You'll probably waste gasoline money and might be left skipping a planned meal because of missing ingredients. Keep a pad of paper by the refrigerator and jot down notes as you go about your day.

Avoid Wasting Food

By knowing exactly what you're going to eat during the coming week, you'll have a good indication of what food is going to be used up. This can help you to avoid wasting food by eating or cooking with it before it spoils. Throwing away food is equivalent to throwing away money, so preventing spoilage should be a top priority. If it gets past the point which you can safely eat it, think of other options to make use of the food item. Composting is a great way to recycle spoiled food into new food for the future.

The Bottom Line

Putting in a little bit of extra effort and thought when managing your food supplies can really make a difference in your budget. You may not see huge savings right away, but over a long period of time the dollars will start adding up. Just get into a routine and make conscientious food management a permanent attribute of your household.

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David Csonka is a blogger and natural health enthusiast living in Denver, Colorado. His blog naturallyengineered.com covers topics ranging from evolutionary diets to barefoot running and natural movement. He attended the Florida State University where he graduated with a bachelors and masters degree in Information Science. His interests include running and exercising outdoors, hiking, exploring, and capturing the natural world through the lens of his camera.

Black Pepper Chops with Molasses Butter     

Ingredients:

• 4 Boneless Pork Chops 
• 1/4 cup butter 
• 1 tablespoon molasses 
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 
• 4 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper

1. In small bowl blend butter, molasses and lemon juice with fork. Cover and refrigerate. 
2. Rub chops on both sides evenly with pepper. Grill chops over a medium-hot fire for 12-16 minutes, turning once, until thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time.  
3. Top each chop with a tablespoon of molasses butter.   

Wholesale Hello!

We are happy to introduce a new section in our News Alerts that will shine some light on a featured US Wellness Wholesale customer.  We have many wholesale outlets around the country that many customers may not be aware of, so this is our chance to brag about them!  If you are interested in becoming a US Wellness wholesaler, simply drop us an email at: eathealthy@grasslandbeef.com.   

This week's Wholesale Hello! takes us to the happiest place in America!  San Luis Obispo, CA was selected as the happiest place in America in a recent National Geographic publication - read the full article here.  One of our premier wholesalers is the Natural Foods Co-op in San Luis Obispo.  They have been loyal customers for years.  We were lucky enough to get them to share their store with our readers:  

"We are a small member owned cooperative in San Luis Obispo, CA.  Even though we are owned by our members, we are open to the public.  We currently have about 600 active members, who range from young Cal Poly college students, to full families, to older shoppers who have been with the Co-op for 30+ years.  Our store is just shy of 2000 square feet, but we manage to pack it full of as many products as we can.  We love being able to sell the high quality meats and cheeses that you guys provide for us, as most of us eat them ourselves." 

The Natural Foods Co-op carries a wide range of meat items, and they always have plenty of our raw, grass-fed cheese in stock.  If you are ever in the San Luis Obispo area be sure to check them out at 745 Francis Avenue.

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