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The Organic Press The Newsletter of the Volume 20* Issue 2 Hendersonville Community Co-op Spring 2020 • Self-Care Tips and Resources During Stressful Times • A Look Around the Store... • Gardening with Kids
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Table of Contents
GM Musings 3
Damian Tody
Editor: Gretchen Schott Cummins Board’s Eye View 4
Contributing Writers: Gretchen Schott Cummins, Andrea Larsen
Arrion Kitchen, Marisa Cohn, Robert Jones,
Natalie Broadway, Matt Grove,
Damian Tody, Andrea Larsen,
A word from the Board President
Carol Shimberg MS, RDN and Angela Prodrick Angela Prodrick 5
Department News
We are the Hendersonville Community Co-op, a member-
owned natural and organic food market and deli. We
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have been serving Hendersonville and the surrounding
community since 1978 when 15 families joined together A look around the Co-op
to purchase quality food at better prices. We offer the best 10
in certified organic produce, groceries, herbs, bulk foods,
vitamins and supplements, cruelty-free beauty aids, wine
and beer, and items for special dietary needs. The Deli News & Views from Outreach
offers a delicious variety of fresh soups, salads & more. Gretchen Schott Cummins 14
The co-op is open to the public and ownership is not
required to make purchases.
Everyone can shop and anyone can join. BYOBag 16
Opinions expressed in The Organic Press are strictly
those of the writers and do not necessarily represent
an endorsement of any product or service by the Staff Picks 17
Hendersonville Community Co-op, board, management
or staff, unless specifically identified as such. The same
is true for advertisers.
Self-Care Tips and Resources
Interested in advertising in The Organic Press? Over 2,500 During Stressful Times
copies of the newsletter are mailed to our owners monthly Carol Shimberg MS, RDN 18
and additional copies distributed within our store and the
community. Space is limited and rates are reasonable.
Call 693-0505 to reserve your space today.
Co-op Connections 20
Submission Deadline
All submissions, including articles and advertisements,
must be received at the co-op by the 7th of the month
preceding the issue. Gardening with Kids
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GM Musings
I hope that you all are enjoying the beginning to spring. It surely has been an interesting cou-
ple of months. The co-op has had to make a lot of changes on the fly as everyone tries to
make sense of what is going on and what may be coming in the future. Life at home has also
come with a lot of changes. I know that I have changed my shopping habits, my cooking habits,
learned to help my children navigate through virtual school and take time to work on projects at
home that have been needing attention. Even as we look towards the next couple of months as
the county and state work to open back up a bit nothing is certain and a lot of the changes we
have seen recently will probably stay for the long term.
Through out all of the uncertainty we have been fortunate to have such an amazing dedicated
staff. They have stepped up more than any of you will probably know in order to make sure
that the co-op stays safe and is available to meet the needs of all owners and shoppers. They
have taken on all of this with the knowledge that their personal safety may be uncertain as the
world continues to learn about this new virus on a daily basis. I hope that you take the time to
thank all of our staff the next time you come in to shop.
As we move forward, we are continuing to make changes to the way we do business and work
to get food to our community. We have recently upgraded all of our payment pin pads so that
you can now use any method of payment you are most comfortable with, including touchless
payments. We now have the deli on Grubhub as well. If you have been missing the deli’s great
food for lunch and understand that coming in just for lunch has not been the best idea, you can
now order online and have it delivered. If this is of interest, please give it a try. If it truly takes
off, we will continue to expand the offerings available through Grubhub. We are also finaliz-
ing our online ordering platform for curbside pickup. While it is not quite available yet, we will
continue to update on progress and we will let you know as soon as it is so if you prefer to not
come in the store you can do that soon.
We appreciate your continued support as our community moves forward into our new
normal.
In cooperation,
Damian
Go to our website to find the
best link to our GRUBHUB
order page
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A Board’s Eye View
T here is certainly something special about our
Hendersonville Community Co-op. Dur-
ing a recent visit, I noticed patrons singing and
vision of serving the owners
and shoppers of HCC. De-
parting directors leave a last-
dancing to the music playing on the speakers as ing legacy contributing to the
they shopped. I often find shoppers enthusiasti- growth of the co-op. Recently
cally talking with staff and other shoppers. I see we have had four new direc-
people choosing our store as a meeting place to tors elected which means we
gather. What does this mean? That HCC has done had four directors ending their terms. Laura Mick-
a phenomenal job creating not only a store we can lowitz is a truly cooperative leader who was recog-
trust but a place in our community that brings joy. nized at CCMA for her exceptional board service
The entire staff does such a great job being steps for nearly two decades. She has been an integral
ahead of the needs of the people that it serves. director during the many changes HCC has experi-
Expressing gratitude isn’t always our default, but if enced over the past 20 years and the contributions
you have one goal over the next few weeks please she has made has helped our leadership become
consider thanking the staff at HCC for all they do what it is today. Laura Smith-Williams contributed
to make our community so much stronger! her vast knowledge in her role as treasurer. Her
passion for the work of the board helped im-
There are so many ways that HCC fosters com- mensely as new directors learn about policy gov-
munity and outreach. We have a community room ernance and procedures. Michelle Tennant shared
where non-profit organizations can meet. We her talent for outreach and public communication
regularly donate products, gift cards, and sponsor- paving the way for the future of the board to bet-
ships to varied events. We have a presence at many ter serve our patrons and making the election pro-
gatherings and programs where we share our mis- cess consistent and clear. Susan O’Brien graciously
sion as stated in part of our Ends Policy, “A coop- filled a vacancy and shared her understanding of
eratively owned marketplace that provides out- policies and procedures. I have personally grown as
standing food, customer service and employment a director due to the dedication and desire to serve
opportunities.” HCC also supports our community from each of the four departing directors. I am
with the Outside Volunteer Program. As an owner, so grateful for their guidance, patience and will-
you can earn a discount at the co-op every time ingness to share their skills. It’s never to soon to
you shop when you dedicate and maintain a speci- think about running for the board! We are already
fied amount of hours per month with a local non- working hard on recruitment and
profit. It is through this program that as a director November will be here before we
you receive a discount of 15% on every purchase. know it!
It is one of the many benefits that serving on the
board gets you! In cooperation,
Your Board of Directors is continuously changing
and growing. Each election brings a new opportu- Andrea Larsen
nity to bring different talents and passions to the
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A word from the Board President
A t the beginning of this year, I was lucky enough to be elected to the Hendersonville Community
Co-op Board of Directors. Shortly after joining the board, I assumed the job as board President. As
a new board director, there is a lot to learn. We director’s use a policy governance board to help us over-
see the store’s functions from a ‘big picture’ advantage. It is our mission to assist Damian in steering the
store as it continues its progress forward. We are no longer the voice of individual owners but are one
voice for all owners. Right now, I would like to speak for the board when I say, this year more than ever,
we’ve seen first hand the commitment and passion that is the driving force behind our store’s staff and
management.
During the COVID pandemic, the Hendersonville Community Co-op has stood out as a safe,
welcoming environment during a time of crisis. Under such challenging circumstances, I have seen other
stores fail to meet the needs of their customers. That is not the case with our Co-Op. The store is clean,
the atmosphere is relaxing, and the shelves are full. What we as owners don’t see is what goes on behind
the scenes to ensure that you are shopping in the same community environment as before the pandemic
hit.
In the wee hours of the morning, the staff is all hands on deck stocking shelves. Ensuring that the sup-
plies you need are there before you even arrive. Cleaning is done, plexiglass shields are installed, orders
for restocking are placed, items are prepackaged, bulk is individually weighed out, bright sunflowers
marking social distancing measurements are arranged on the floor. All is ready for you so that you have
the safest shopping experience possible. The staff and management somehow manage to stay ahead
of the curve by going the extra mile to prepare the store for things before they even happen. There is
a sense of community and care radiating from the staff, all while they are the ones serving on the front
lines. The cooperation we’ve seen over the month is inspiring. The team and management of the Co-
op have shown what they are made of during this time. We are not only lucky to have the store, but we
are even more fortunate for the people that work within its walls. Thank you to the
Hendersonville Community Co-op team, for doing all that you do every single day .
Your commitment, drive, and smiles mean the world to us owners.
~Angela Prodrick
HCC Board President
2020 HCC Board Meeting Dates
This year, the board will hold 10 meetings at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month. The meetings for the next
three months will be on May 19 and June 23. All Owners and Staff members are welcome to attend. If you would
like to attend a meeting or have a concern or topic for the board to discuss, contact Angela Prodrick
at or email at board@hendersonville.coop. Written information may also be sent to the Board
of Directors of HCC, 60 South Charleston Lane, Hendersonville, NC 28792. Please include your
name and contact information. The proposed Board meeting agendas may be viewed on the HCC
website and on the Bulletin Board in the store.
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Department News Meat & Seafood ~
What’s In Store For You?
Grocery ~ Hello all you cool cats and kittens! Thanks for support-
ing your local Co-op during these challenging times! We
have all been forced to adapt and change our ways to
O nly 8% of plastic is recycled in the world and
99% of debris in the ocean are plastic. One out
of 4 fish contain plastic in their stomachs. 1,500 plastic
better protect ourselves from the spread of the novel
coronavirus. In store these changes range from sneeze-
guards and social distancing to masks and new stringent
bottles are thrown away per minute in the US. Unfortu- sanitation procedures. In
nately, the majority of this ends up in nature and plastics many stores supply shortages
take approximately 400 years to decompose. These are have been the new normal.
some shocking statistics! At the Co-op, we want to be Thankfully the Co-op has
environmentally conscious and offer more plastic-free been able to keep most items
products. In the Grocery Department, we are stocking in stock!
more bottled water without plastic packaging.
In the meat department we
Proud Source is one of the have been able to maintain
brands that we have brought in. a consistent variety from all
It’s packaged in aluminum bottles of our suppliers. So far we
with a BPA-free liner. Aluminum have seen very few shortages,
is recycled in all states, but not thanks to our smaller supply chain and use of primarily
all states recycle glass and plastic. local vendors. We have all the favorites from Hickory
So, it’s a more sustainable choice Nut Gap, a full selection of lunchmeats and bacon,
for bottled water. plenty of natural and organic chicken and a solid variety
of sustainably sourced seafood.
Less than 1% of the world’s nat-
ural water is high alkaline. Proud We still have some challenging days ahead of us, but I
Source water bottles naturally know that if we work together to slow the spread of
alkaline water at the source in this virus we will be able to get through it and see life
the Rocky Mountains of Idaho. return to normal eventually. #strongertogether
The natural geology of the area Stay Healthy!
naturally filters the water into its
unique alkaline quality. This water also contains naturally ~ Chris
occurring minerals and electrolytes.
There is an important chemical difference between artifi-
cial and natural alkaline water. True alkalinity cannot be
recreated, it is ingrained into the water’s DNA. Their wa-
ter has no additives and does not need to be processed.
It’s just pure refreshing spring water with an exceptional
taste. Another reason to be proud to drink this water
is that your purchase will contribute to funding ocean
research and solutions to ocean plastic.
~Marisa
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Produce ~
T he time for local produce will soon be upon us.
Many local farms are bracing for a difficult year
ahead of them. A large chunk of local farms income
comes from local restaurants and summer camps. With
both of these sources of income being closed for an un-
known amount of time, the need to support local farms
is perhaps more important than ever. Fortunately, here at
the Coop, our owner/customer base really rallies behind
locally grown produce. We are expecting some of our
Charred Asparagus with Tarragon Aioli
favorite farms to be in full force this year. Blue Meadow
By: Co+op, welcome to the table
Farm and Pitch Pine Farms are our most prolific; provid-
ing us with lots of greens, squash, cucumbers, and more.
Total Time: 15 minutes
Asparagus from River View Farm is here now and it has
Servings: 4
been amazing this year! And of course let’s not forget
about Appalachian Seed Company. Certified organic
Dress up simply broiled asparagus with this luscious
starter plants to get your own garden growing.
lemony, tarragon aioli.
Ingredients
1 bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed
2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
Freshly ground black pepper
Salt to taste
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 or 1 small clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
Preparation
Heat broiler on high and set a rack 6 inches away from
it. On a sheet pan, toss asparagus with 2 teaspoons of
olive oil, a few grinds of pepper and a pinch of salt.
Broil for 2-5 minutes and check for browning; shake
the sheet pan to roll the asparagus spears around to
brown evenly.
For the aioli, put the mayo in a small bowl, add the
garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
and tarragon and mix well.
Serving Suggestion
~ Robert This dish is a delicious side for poached or baked tilapia
or salmon or with a hearty grain-based pilaf or salad.
Serve asparagus warm or at room temperature, with
aioli for dipping, or place the asparagus on a platter and
drizzle the aioli down the center.
Department News cont. on page 8
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Department News continued~ Also we would like to introduce our newest Cheese
Deli ~ monger, Sarah Bramon, to our team and family in the
Deli. Sarah has years of cheese experience, and is a
As you know the best part of using the freshest veg- great source for any of your cheese questions. So please
etables available means creating a whole new season of stop by and check out our newest assortment of artisan
light, tasty dishes. Our Spring Hot-bar menus will begin cheeses, and please feel free to ask questions or even
in May, and will feature many new dishes that highlight give us suggestions. If you ever have a suggestion for
some of our favorite spring vegetables such as asparagus, something you’d like to see in our cheese case or a new
brussels sprouts, and greens (chard, kale, and spinach). deli item, please drop us a line in the suggestion box - or
As the temperature begins to rise and the days start to email: deli@hendersonville.coop.
become longer, people typically want lighter, healthier ~ Matt
options when it comes to food. So be on the lookout
for dishes, such as Grilled Spring Vegetables with Garlic
and Shallot Oil or Sautéed Swiss Chard and Leeks, which Bakery ~
highlight the season’s freshest vegetables while offering
light, nutritious options as we move toward the summer-
Although this is quite a different spring than I have
time. As much as we may love a good chowder or chili,
experienced before, many things remain the same. Lis-
Spring is the time to offer rich and flavorful broth- based
tening to the birds singing in the morning, seeing the
soups that are light, and yet full of vegetables and flavor.
leaves green the trees, smelling beautiful flowers bloom-
Be sure to come enjoy some of our new soups and dishes
ing, and tasting new flavors in the Bakery’s pastry case
as we bring in the new season. As always, we in the Deli
are all delights that can be counted on year after year.
are always open to suggestions for new items or dishes,
A few of my favorites are the Black Pepper Cheddar
and we always appreciate any feedback from our custom-
Pecan Scone, the Orange Candied Ginger Muffin, and
ers. We truly enjoy preparing healthy, fresh and uniquely
the Earl Grey and Currant GFV Scone. Returning
Co-op crafted meal options for you, but you can be a part
favorites include Blueberry Lemon Ginger GFV Scone,
of the team by giving us your feedback or helping with
and the Pistachio Cardamom Rosewater scone which is
ideas. Stronger Together!
available in both GFV and Traditonal.
We finally have Brownies
back! We hope to be able to
continue getting a steady sup-
ply of the Glutino mix that
we use in our brownie recipe.
After experimenting with
numerous other products, we
decided that we would rather
be out for a while rather than
use a substandard ingredient. We hope you enjoy!
Also returning now that we are beginning to feel
some warmer weather are our Cookies a la Mode. We
are currently offering Peanut Butter with Chocolate
Ice Cream (GF), Chocolate Chip with Vanilla (GF),
Everything with Vanilla, and Chocolate Supreme with
Left to right:
Chocolate. Prefer a different flavor ice cream? Just give
Regan, Matt and Sarah at the Vintage Carolina
us a call and place a special order.
Fundraiser March 2, 2020
Organic Press Spring 2020 www.hendersonville.coop 9 Speaking of special orders, did you know that our Bakery is still taking special order requests? Need a birthday cake or Mother’s Day special treat? Call us. Need to stock up on your favorite muffins so that you don’t have to go out as often? We’re here for you! Loved the cheesecake slice so much you want to order a whole one? We can do that for you. Most of our bakery items can be ordered with 48 hours notice, but some require a bit more time so give us a call to let us know how we can help you. We miss seeing all of our “regulars.” You are truly part of our extended family and we look forward to seeing you all again and catching up on hugs!! With love, Natalie Wellness ~ It’s Always Women’s Day at ALLgood We’re proud to be a woman-owned and founded skincare company full of lady power. Every time you purchase one of our mineral sunscreen products at your local co-op, you’re supporting a business that is: Certified B Corp Reef friendly Oxybenzone and nano-particle free And run and staffed by women. Women move around thousands of pounds every day in our warehouse and production facility, drive the forklift, meticulously track our inventory, operate our farm and lead our finance and sales success. We know that it shouldn’t take a single day of the year to recognize how great women are; we should live it every day. And just as important to us as championing good business is championing people----that’s the stuff that makes our company ALLgood. ~Arrion
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News & ‘Renewed’ Views from Outreach
G reetings fellow travellers on this odd journey! My column is usually titled ‘News & Views’.
We all already know what the news of the day . We are all simultaneously waiting for and
chasing the same illusive unknown concerning the COVID-19 pandemic. So, I’ll cut straight to my
‘Renewed View’ from here.
Like you, much of my ‘view’ will be best seen in the rear view mirror as we re-tell the stories now
- of resilience and survival and re-watch how it all played out. I am looking forward to that. For
now, the unknowing is uncomfortable, at best.
From my view here, in my tiny corner of this world under siege, I don’t have look far to see what’s
good about this challenging time. I’m guessing you’re seeing it, too. I join all you humans who are
forced to see through the lens of a complete shift in behavior: our every personal decision is now
frought with concerns for safety and sometimes isolation from human interaction. I am noticing
changes in perspective that we would not otherwise have had the opportunity to practice and wit-
ness. Changing – rather than resisting – is the only way through this. People are stepping up and
showing up for each any way they can.
The changes we have had to make at the Co-op are plainly evident to those of you who shop
regularly. We have responded swiftly and effectively to the suggested, as well as mandated, proto-
col to help curb the spread of the virus. Ever since the whole thing started, our GM, Damian, and
everyone on the team implemented many layers of safety precautions in an attempt to stay ahead
of any potential issues. I hope you will all be able to see that what is true for you as a consumer
and a human at home trying to stay safe – is also true for the Co-op as an essential business: the
fact that this is a constantly moving target with no certainty and no known end in sight. We are all
doing the best we can and doing well at that!
The thing is, this store has managed to stay ahead of the call for changes while at the same time to
be in the moment, in the day, and doing all that we can – through shortages and new challenges -
to make sure you get your groceries. It’s astonishing, really.
As for how my role has changed, again it’s been an ever moving and shifting of priorities. Most
startling for me was the abrupt end to all of the many and varied events, meetings, activities, and
educational opportunities that were scheduled to happen in our community room. My time had
been largely saturated with the calendar and managing timeslots, as well as seeking educators and
creating programming that would be of interest to all of you about food and personal health.
Part of my job is also to make connections with the non-profits in our community and participat-
ing in events (remember those?!) through sponsorships, product contributions, and being there!
But as you know, everything was cancelled! But that hasn’t stop folks from showing up ‘virutally’ .
The cool thing is that many of the educators are willing, ready and out there putting their passion
for wellness into the streaming or downloadable platforms – taking their passion and experience to
the multitudes of on-line options. I will continue doing my best to help move those opportunities
out into the interwebnet sphere through the channels we use here at the Co-op: emails, Facebook,Organic Press Spring 2020 www.hendersonville.coop 15
Instagram and the website. Your patience and participation is key to this working.
The real and tangible positive outcomes are yet to be seen and experienced somewhere in the future
– near and far. Practicing the patience to recognize that something good and perhaps more interest-
ing and accessible will result from all of this is definitely the hard part, but will make us stronger in
the end. What I have faith in, is that we are all stronger together in this, whether we’re 6 feet apart or
isolated at home.
Things that I have noticed that I thought I would never have to notice:
• Sidewalk chalk art IS a key ingredient toward the greater good- between rainstorms.
• Sunflower floor decals are a nice adornment to the store and a fun way to look down at our
feet notice where we stand in space and time.
• Sanitizing solution leaves an interesting design of residue on surfaces – a kind of modern art
in splatter form. At the very least, we know things are getting cleaned!
• People DO read signs and cooperate. It’s a beautiful thing.
• Face masks of every color, shape and size just arrived without our asking through the
generosity of caring and supportive family and friends
• Personal face mask choices are another opportunity for personal expression of who we are -
from bandanas to smiley faces. They are another fun accessory.
• Eye contact has never been more important - be it over a mask or not - through a layer of
fabric AND a layer of plexiglass- is key to seeing that compassion in action. We are all new
students to the multitudes of layers, of signals and cues in many forms of body language and
communication.
• My colleagues are some of the kindest, funniest, hardworking, and most honest people I’ve
ever met.
• Our shoppers and owners are some of the kindest, most grateful and patient people I have
ever met.
• Compassion and gratitude comes in waves from those of you we serve. What we want you to
know- is that we wouldn’t have it any other way.
• Cooperation, like kindness, comes in difference ways – sometimes the most unexpected – like
how you shop!
• The staff at the Co-op is more resilient and capable than anyone ever could have guessed.
Like many of you – the staff here is having the same challenges as everyone at this time.
Once we get home- we’re quarantined, too. We’ve found our usual activities and outlets have been
canceled, too.
We know a little about what you’re going through and we feel for you.
We are thankful to be employed and appreciated.
Thank you for all the good vibes and compliments and the virtual love you’ve sent this way.
Your appreciation is not lost on us!
We want you to stay well and we’re grateful for your health and cooperative patronage.
~cooperatively from 6 ft away,
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International Cooperative Principles
• Voluntary and Open Membership
• Democratic Member Control
• Member Economic Participation
• Autonomy and Independence
• Education, Training and Information
• Cooperation Among Cooperatives
• Concern for Sustainable Communities
Reduce, Recycle, Reuse, Donate!
Bring your own bag - canvas, paper, plastic, etc. and receive
a wooden chip to deposit in the donation box of your choice.
At the end of the collection period HCC will donate
the collected funds to the chosen charities.
Bring Your Own Bag
The Disaster Recovery Fund helps cooperatives and cooperators get back on their feet after disasters or other
emergency hardship situations.
Who can apply:
Cooperatives and cooperative support organizations
What we fund:
Aid to employees and volunteers of cooperatives and cooperative support organizations to support recovery from
disasters or emergencies. Basic necessities, such as food, clothing, housing (including repairs) transportation and
medical assistance (including psychological counseling).
Aid to cooperatives by covering uninsured expenses needed to return the business to viability.
Cooperatives and cooperative support organizations
What we fund:
Aid to employees and volunteers of cooperatives and cooperative support organizations to support recovery from
disasters or emergencies. Basic necessities, such as food, clothing, housing (including repairs) transportation and
medical assistance (including psychological counseling).
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Staff Picks
Our knowledgeable staff have
highlighted some of their
favorite products on our shelves,
why not give them a try.
They’re highly recommended!
Chris Smart Chicken
John M Chameleon Maple Oat Milk Latte
Alexla Butterfly Milkweed
Cori Strawberry Shortcake
Daniel Toilet Paper
Christie Paqui Nacho Tortilla Chips
RGH Blueberry Lemon Cupcakes
Sarah Parrano Cheese
Brittany GreenmanTrickster
Marisa Zevia Green Tea
Alex Builder Bars from Clif
Caleb Field Day Org Buttered Popcorn
Bill Primal Classic Beef Sticks
Kelly Deli Roasted Squash & Pineapple
Isaac Fiesta Bean Dip
Michael Emerald Sushi Nori Toasted sheets
Gretchen Three Graces Fresh Goat Cheeses
Damian Turmeric
Janet Chocolate Cupcake Coffee Icing
Tammy Deviled Eggs
Mary Starter Plants
Adam Fermenti Garlic
Matt Bad Penny Brown Ale
Jordan Baked Tofu
Bobby Newman’s Own Creme Filled
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Self-Care Tips and Resources During Stressful Times ~
by Carol Shimberg, MS, RDN Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist
“With the new day comes new strength and new Bright-colored fruits and veggies offer all kinds
thoughts” ~Eleanor Roosevelt of antioxidant protection and help to
bolster the body’s infection-fighting mechanisms.
H appy Spring everyone! As we all stay home Eat vitamin C-rich foods every day!
and stay safe during these stressful times,
we need tools and resources to keep our bodies
Citrus, oranges, grapefruits, red peppers, broc-
coli, and kiwi.
moving, our minds engaged and our nutritional Eat ever day a grapefruit or an orange, consume
health a top priority. Hopefully, this information a cup of berries daily.
will give you ideas for positive self-care options. Add sliced peppers on a sandwich.
**Try to really focus on your nutrition dur- Vitamin C help prevent illness and promote a
ing these stressful times! Part of our self-care healthy immune system.
should be ingesting powerful foods that contain Fluids: Hot green tea (or cold) with fresh
essential nutrients, phytochemicals, antioxidants squeezed lemon, Water is your best fluid. Try
and powerful plant compounds that can help squeezing in fresh lemons. A cup of HOLY
improve your immunity. BASIL tea (Tulsi tea) can be helpful for the anti-
Digestive Health and a Healthy Gut Microbiome: oxidant/immune system building properties.
**80% of your body’s immune cells live in your Consume zinc from foods, a key for optimal im-
gut or intestines. Bacteria in your gut and your mune function.
gut flora play a big role in the strengthening your Zinc levels are often lower in those who are old-
immune system. Include foods that naturally er, who take antacids, and in some vegetarians.
contain probiotic - sauerkraut, yogurt, kimchi Food sources: meat, seafood, moderate amounts
and kefir (a cultured yogurt drink). in sunflower and pumpkin seeds.
**Anti-inflammatory herbs and spices. Get your vitamin D!
Turmeric, ginger, garlic, onions, parsley, cilantro, During this time of year serum vitamin D levels
scallions, oregano, rosemary, and thyme. Gin- can decline as people are not in the sun.
ger tips: shredded in stir frys, ginger tea, pickled Vitamin D is essential for optimal immune func-
ginger. tion. Supplementing 1,000-2,000 IU/day is a safe
Immune-supporting nutrients: amount for most people. Best rich food sources
Vitamins play a role in our immune functions. of vitamin D are mushrooms, fatty fish, milk or
Notably vitamin A, C and D and the mineral Vitamin D fortified orange juice.
zinc-all key nutrients in a plant-based diet! Add a daily serving of mushrooms to your diet.
Consume foods rich in colors such as: Excellent booster to the immune system.
Carrots, sweet potatoes, beets, spinach, kale, and Great for gut health and balancing the microbi-
squash, like butternut and acorn. ome. Toss into salads, stir-fry, and soups.
These are all rich in beta-carotene, which can Supplement with a collection of different mush-
protect lung function. rooms for immune support. Best to eat mush-
Beta-carotene also gets converted to vitamin A, rooms cooked.
which is critical for immune function.Organic Press Spring 2020 www.hendersonville.coop 19 Relax and Destress. Try a virtual Yoga class! Yam Yoga and Massage. Hendersonville. Sliding scale fee. www.iamyam.com The Shift Studio. Hendersonville. Online yoga classes. www.theshiftstudio.com Asheville Community Yoga. Online Facebook Classes. Donation based. Physical Activity Work out at Home! YMCA-Virtual classes-free workouts at www.ymca360.org Planet Fitness-workouts free for members and non-members Facebook live. Johnson and Johnson’s 7 Minute APP. Search your app store. Free. Mindfulness and Meditation. Headspace. Daily meditations, mindful exercises, sleep sounds. How to Meditate: http://nytimes.com/guides/well/how to meditate Calm: Meditative Playlist: https:www.npr.org/2020/03/11/814479792/calma-amediative-playlist-for-a- challenging-time Food Banks: Bounty and Soul, free drive through pick up of local produce. Bountyandsoul.org YMCA of WNC. Free Nutrition Markets. Drive through. http://ymcawnc.org/nutritionprogreams/ schedules Final recommendations: 1. Consume a plant-based whole foods diet: colorful fruits and vegetables, beans, lentils, peas, whole grains, fatty fish, nuts and seeds will supply your gut bacteria with prebiotics fiber and supply the immune system supporting nutrients to build a strong immune system. 2. Maintain physical activity. Aim for 10,000 steps per day. Sunshine 15-30 minutes a day can be a boost to immunity. 3. Get adequate sleep; 7-8 hours per day is recommended amount for most adults. 4. Practice self-care. Sleep, yoga, mindfulness, meditation, favorite or NEW hobbies. Remember! WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER! ashevillenutrition@gmail.com
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Discount offers are subject to change without notice.Why the garden is
a great place for kids
Nurturing
Little Green Thumbs
By Eve Adamson
W
hen my two sisters and I were youngsters, my collect them in a bowl and bring them into the kitchen, so my
dad had a great idea. One warm May day, as mother could make them for dinner. I didn’t even mind eating
the three of us stood in the grass of our big them too much — with a little butter. They tasted nothing like
backyard watching and wondering what he was up to, he cut 15 those mushy beans from the can we had to eat in the winter,
six-foot lengths of molding left over from our recent basement and those fresh beans prompted me to try the garden carrots,
remodel, stuck them into the warming dirt of our garden in lettuces and tomatoes, too.
three circles, and lashed the tops of each together with twine There’s something about growing things that appeals to kids,
to make three “teepee” forms. Next, he tore open a packet of and several casual studies suggest that when kids grow their
pole bean seeds and gave us each a small handful. He showed own vegetables, they are more likely to eat vegetables. It was
us how to plant them around each wooden stake, and then certainly true in my case. Decades later, my own son, who at
he watered the soil with the green garden hose, while we ran 14 remains suspicious of most green things, finally became more
through the spray. open minded when his summer camp grew a vegetable garden.
Every day, we went out to the backyard with my dad to If gardening is the way to get kids to eat more vegetables
check on our seeds. When the sprouts emerged, we cheered. (not to mention spend more time with you), then why aren’t
He showed us how to pluck out the weeds and keep the soil we all doing it? Even if you only have a small backyard plot, or
moist. As the beans began to grow, in the impressively speedy room for a few containers on your deck or porch, you can get
way they tend to in the rich Iowa soil, something amazing growing together.
happened. Without any prompting or guidance from us, vines Gardening with your kids gives them many gifts. They learn
sprouting leaves and bean pods began to wind around the where food really comes from. They learn how to work together
wooden stakes until they reached the top. The leaves and with others toward a common goal. They learn practical skills.
tendrils grew thicker and denser, until one day, each of us They learn how fresh food tastes. They learn the feel and smell
could crawl inside our little green houses and be completely of wet dirt and mulch. And they learn that they have the power
alone. I remember sitting in the cool dirt, quietly marveling to take something as small and full of potential as a seed, and
at the way the vines filtered and freckled the bright July sun. nurture it until it becomes everything it was meant to be. Just
It is one of my fondest childhood memories. like you are doing with them.
Sometimes I would pluck a tender raw bean and eat it.
It tasted like spring to me — fresh and grassy. Or, I would
Reprinted by permission from welcometothetable.coop.Fun gardening projects with kids Tube garden Start your seeds and recycle at the same time. Toilet paper tubes are easy for small hands to manipulate. Plant tomato, pepper, pea or bean seeds in tubes filled with potting soil, in early spring. Prop them upright in a tray or flower pot. When the seeds sprout, pop the whole tube into the garden after the soil is warm. Salad in a box Any window box, bucket, basket or other container with drainage at the bottom will do. Fill it with potting soil and plant a variety of lettuces and spinach scattered over the top. Press into place and water lightly. Keep the soil moist. When the greens sprout, trim off a few leaves each day to include in a salad. For kids who don’t like bitter tastes, butter lettuces are a good choice. Mushroom garden If your child has a daring palate, try growing mushrooms. Many companies sell mushroom growing kits that make it easy to spawn this fascinating fungus in a box at home. Herb circles A round container or a small circle dug out of your sod can become an herb circle. Plant basil, lavender, tarragon, thyme and edible nasturtium flowers in concentric circles. Your child can sample the different smells and tastes, and help you decide which herbs to add to which foods. Flowers and fruit garden For some kids, fruit is an easier sell than vegetables. Try planting watermelons, cantaloupe or honeydew melons, interspersed with native wildflowers, for a pretty and gastronomically satisfying garden experience. Bean teepee If you have the space, give your child a magical-seeming, ephemeral playhouse. You don’t have to use leftover molding like my dad did; any thin wooden pole or bamboo rod will work. For each teepee, put five or six poles, about 5 to 6 feet long, in the ground in a circle, approximately 3 feet in diameter. Prop or tie the tops together. Plant pole bean seeds around each stake. Water and mulch, then watch as each teepee leafs out, creating a private space just for small people. Salsa garden, pizza garden or spaghetti garden Devote your garden plot to a food theme kids can relate to. For a salsa garden, plant tomatoes, tomatillos, bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, onions and cilantro. For a pizza garden, plant Roma tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil, spinach or whatever else you like on your pizza. For a spaghetti garden, try tomatoes, onions, garlic, oregano and thyme. Pumpkin garden Two or three pumpkin plants will sprawl and spawn just what you need for Halloween crafts as well as pumpkin pie, pumpkin butter, pumpkin bread, and pumpkin puree you can add to applesauce, smoothies, or even chili. Marigolds nestled between the vine make a prettier plot. Find more ideas for gardening projects with kids and recipes for your harvest at welcometothetable.coop.
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