Everyone loves grains, right? Bread, pancakes, sourdough rolls, crackers, tortillas chips, and pie crust? Yum! Nutritional experts, health gurus, and even doctors tell us to eat more whole grains for health.
But wait, maybe you’ve also heard that grains cause health problems. The refined, processed grains surely do – even the whole grains. These cause nutrient deficiencies which bring on a variety of health problems like crooked teeth, allergies, weight gain, cavities, and osteoporosis. That’s because grains are full of phytic acid, a nutrient inhibitor, which prevents the body from uptaking many important nutrients like minerals magnesium, iron, and zinc, fiber, B-complex vitamins and also Vitamin E.
Phytic acid occurs primarily in the seed coats and germ of plant seeds. It forms insoluble or nearly insoluble compounds with minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc, such that they cannot be effectively absorbed into the blood. Diets high in phytic acid and poor in these minerals produce mineral deficiency symptoms in experimental animals (Gontzea and Sutzescu, 1958, as cited in Chavan and Kadam, 1989).
Most nutrients found in grains are located in the germ, and those are removed when they are not whole. That’s why eating processed grains – which is most of what you’ll find on the market – actually harms your health. Packages might even say “whole grains”, but usually those grains really aren’t whole at all. That’s why when you eat these products, you can’t actually absorb these important nutrients…even though the “experts” tell us otherwise.
So what can you do? The key is to prepare grains properly through soaking, sprouting, and fermentation. When we soak or ferment grains, it pre-digests or breaks down the phytic acid in grains, so our bodies can absorb the nutrients. Our ancestors knew that properly prepared grains were better for human health, and these practices sustained the human race for thousands upon thousands of years. These ideas were abandoned around the time of the Industrial Revolution because of the need for mass production and convenience…so it’s no surprise that many people today hear about these practices and have no idea where to begin.
With Ann Marie Michael’s (from Cheeseslave) great new online course, Healthy Whole Grains, you’ll discover how to make all the healthy, properly prepared grains as others all over the world have done throughout time…and from the comfort and privacy of your own home. You’ll learn how to easily make delicious recipes and still retain valuable nutritional elements in what you are eating. In no time, you’ll be making your own pizza crusts, crackers, real sourdough bread, chips, and more
Right now I’m on GAPS (I’ve been on it since May of 2011) which means I’ve been avoiding grains until my digestive tract is healed. However, I’m looking forward to being able to eat grains when I’m finished, and you can bet I’ll be preparing mine properly through soaking, sprouting, and fermenting. If I consume grains the way I used to, my health issues will go right back where I started.
If you are someone who has struggled with eating grains during any part of your life, and suspect you might have health issues because of it…it’s time to learn just how easy it is to prepare your own whole grains at home to increase nutrient-content, avoid health issues, and eat all the foods you love.
This class will help you save money on buying your own whole grains and preparing them yourself. Buying processed grains at the store is expensive not only at the checkout, but in what you’ll save on health issues down the road.
Watch this video which talks about what you’ll get out of this great online course:
12 weeks of online classes
50 video tutorials
Over 100 recipes
To save money on making you own breads and other grain foods, and also health costs in the future, sign up for Healthy, Whole Grains now.
What you will pay when you use the SPROUT20 coupon: just $129.00 — that’s less than $11.00 per class!
Sign upbefore February 14th, and use coupon code SPROUT20 to save at checkout and pay just $129 for a $20.00 discount from the sale price.
That’s less than $11 per class! And, you’ll have lifetime access to all the videos, recipes, and class materials. This is the ONLY coupon being made available to the public, and to take advantage of this price, you must sign up ON OR BEFOREFebruary 14th.
If you love real food and learning about preparing it in traditional, healthful ways, there is a great Super Sale happening right now with Real Food Media blogger books, meal planners, and e-courses.
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Check out the 30% off sale is now extended through Friday, January 6, 2012. Use the coupon SUPERSALE when checking out to take advantage of these great holiday savings.
This is a fantastic way to choose healthy for the new year, whether you are interested in finding out more about Nourishing Traditions-style cooking and food preparation or want to embark on a healing, health journey to eliminate symptoms or allergies you’ve been dealing with such as Dr. Natasha Campbell McBride’s GAPS protocol (from Gut and Psychology Syndrome) or SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet). Save 30% now on courses, meal planners, and books for yourself or someone you love. Giving the gift of health is priceless!
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Save time and money with these nutritious, delicious meal plans sent to your inbox!
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Grain-free Meal Plans
GAPS and SCD-friendly meal plans to make meal preparation easy for your family.
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Real Food for Rookies e-course
Confused and overwhelmed about where to start with real food in your family? Kelly will guide you through the basics of where to buy, ingredients to watch out for, questions to ask your farmer, and more!
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Nourished Baby
Did you know feeding kids nutrient-dense foods can prevent the need for braces, as well as increase intellectual capacity and improve their moods? Learn insights about what you need to make healthy choices for your infant. In this online e-book, discover why you have certain cravings during nursing, why you should skip rice cereal and what the latest research says about introducing peanuts, eggs and other “allergenic” foods. Plus, enjoy over thirty nutrient rich recipes that are specifically designed for the little tummies, but also meant for the whole family to share and enjoy!
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How to Cook Real Food
Wondering where to start in the kitchen with making real, healthy foods for yourself or your family? Take the How to Cook Real Food e-course with great recipes, tips, and information about where to source your food and how to prepare it!
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Make all your holiday favorites, but with nourishing ingredients, and forget the guilt and weight-gain commonly associated with holiday meals and desserts! Enjoy and indulge!
Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas holiday and are enjoying time with loved ones this week. Happy New Year, and I wish you all the best in health!
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