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40 NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com AN EXCITING NEW SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 EPA AND DHA: ANTARCTIC KRILL Superba™ Krill Oil provides the body's best source of long-chain Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), known specifically as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA support cardiovascular health as well as cognitive, visual, immune, and reproductive system functions. There are also indications that they provide health benefits supporting healthy triglyceride and cholesterol blood levels, healthy arteries and mental acuity. Krill oil is rich in phospholipid EPA and DHA, providing clinically proven superior bio-efficiency. When compared with triglyceride Omega-3s found in typical marine oils, we see that less phospholipid Omega-3s are required to reach equal bioavailability in the body's cells and organs. Phospholipid-bound Omega-3 fatty acids are water dispersible, making them gentle on the stomach and more readily absorbed by the body. Smaller dosing requirements lead to smaller capsules which are easy to swallow, easy to digest (no more fishy burps!), and easily used by the body. Superba Krill Oil is extracted exclusively from Euphausia superba, an Antarctic krill species rich with the natural antioxidant astaxanthin, which results in krill oil's deep red color. Recognized for the health-promoting suppression of free radicals, astaxanthin keeps Superba Krill Oil fresh, protecting the Omega-3 fatty acids. No additives are necessary to maintain Superba Krill's long-term stability. The human body is limited in its ability to produce EPA and DHA, and these fatty acids NATURE'S YOKE ADDS ORGANIC, PASTURE-RAISED EGGS TO ALL-NATURAL LINEUP The mission of Nature's Yoke is to bring to your table the freshest eggs from Amish country in Lancaster County, Penn. Available to you are organic, cage-free, and pastureraised eggs, all produced on small family farms and packed by hand in the Nature's Yoke packing plant. They are then shipped and sent to grocery stores throughout the American Northeast region, putting these exceptional eggs right at your fingertips! George Weaver III represents the third generation of his family in the egg industry. More than 50 years ago his grandfather, George Weaver Sr., began producing and selling eggs on his family's farm, building a successful business from scratch. It didn't take long until he began working with other local farmers in order to be able to produce the quantity of eggs the supermarkets needed. His son, George Jr., was the brave entrepreneur who ventured into the premium egg business. He wanted a higher quality egg and was willing to work for it, buying better feed and improving the housing for his chickens. JANE CARTER SOLUTION 'GROWS GREAT HAIR' For two decades, The Jane Carter Solution has been providing all-natural and naturally derived hair care products for all hair types and textures. Jane Carter products address the causes of dandruff, dry scalp and breakage—not just the symptoms. The team at Jane Carter uses organic butters, pure essential oils, and vitamins providing hydration and heat protection for today's hair styles. GFCO (Cont'd. from p. 1) packaged goods as being gluten-free to a standard of 10ppm gluten or less, which is twice as strict as the FDA ruling for gluten-free labeling. GN: How many products are currently certified by GFCO? CK: GFCO currently certifies 16,000 products by 600 companies in 22 countries around the world. This number increases almost daily! GN: What is the cost for certification? CK: The certification costs are based on a number of factors including inspection And they really work! Whether kinky, curly, wavy, or straight hair, no matter if it's color-treated or natural, our products protect, nourish, condition and strengthen hair. The seventeen products in the Jane Carter Solution, combine to create a hair care system that address the needs of your entire family. With a million baby boomers turning 60 time and the amount of testing required to ensure safe products. These costs will vary depending on the risk profile of the manufacturing environment and the complexity (number of ingredients and products) of the plant. Ultimately, the certification cost relative to total manufacturing costs should be minimal— a small fraction of total manufacturing costs. The net benefit (increased consumer confidence in their products) to manufacturers proves to be far greater than the cost. GN: So explain a little bit more about the fees involved. CK: There are no application or desk audit fees. An audit fee is a flat rate associated with each plant producing certified gluten- therefore must be augmented through the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids can be obtained through the consumption of seafood, but dietary supplements are a reliable alternative. The phospholipid form of Omega-3s is better utilized by the body to promote cellular structure and function than triglyceride Omega-3s, which are primarily used for energy consumption. The physical characteristics of triglycerides differ from phospholipids and this affects how they are tolerated by the body. One clear difference is that triglycerides don't disperse in fluids and have a tendency to float on top of stomach fluids, which can result in the fishy burps often associated with fish oil supplements. In contrast, phospholipid Omega-3s do disperse in water and are easily blended in the stomach fluids, so with krill oil there is no fishy aftertaste. Aker BioMarine Antarctic is the only krill fishery to date to earn Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification. Adhering to the highest environmental standards in all as- n SEPTEMBER 2013 n GOURMET NEWS pects of operations, Aker BioMarine Antarctic's corporate philosophy and policy is to operate in a manner which emphasizes sustainable harvesting practices and minimizes environmental impact. The aim is to responsibly utilize the valuable marine resources harvested to their fullest potential. Aker BioMarine Antarctic's proprietary Eco-Harvesting™ system allows krill to be captured beneath the surface in a submerged net and remain in the sea until they are gently siphoned onboard. Eco-Harvesting's trawl module effectively prevents accidental bycatch of fish, birds, and marine mammals, causing minimal environmental impact. Numerous clinical studies have shown that EPA and DHA are essential for maintaining a healthy body, but what the typical western diet provides is far short of what the body needs. Let Superba Krill Oil supplements bridge the gap for you. To learn more about Aker BioMarine, visit www.akerbiomarine.com. His organic egg project followed and his production was soon in full swing. George Weaver III introduced the brand name: Nature's Yoke. His first requirement for all his farmers is that the hens are absolutely cage-free. Also, that there is no use of added hormones, antibiotics, or animal by-products. His goal is an egg that is 100 percent natural and 100 percent healthy. This is true of all Nature's Yoke eggs—100 percent natural. Nature's Yoke uses three main types – organic, cage-free, and pasture-raised. Nature's Yoke cage-free and organic eggs are now certified humane, a change that was recently implemented. The pasture-raised egg was introduced a few years ago, produced by hens from multiple small flocks kept on abundant grassy pastures. Being grass-fed, these eggs promise more nutrients than ever. Most recently, Nature's Yoke has added organic pasture-raised eggs to the product line. The Nature's Yoke team is excited about this item and glad to be able to offer this combination. These hens are fed 100 percent organic grains, supplementing their rich diet of grass and all the insects they can find. They roam the fields under a wide blue sky and are kept there during the day when the weather is genial, and they are moved to shelter only at night and when storms or cold weather move in. Happy chickens, delicious eggs. Nature's Yoke is committed to sustainable agriculture and the support of local family farms and dedicated to its customers, farmers, employees—and hens. each year, the Jane Carter Solution is introducing HY*DRATE and RE*STORE, products for anti-aging hair. These are cleansing, styling and finishing products. Moisture Mist and Quench make hair hold more moisture, while Seal & Shine and Creamy Leave-In Styling Smoother add vitamins and botanicals to strengthen hair. Grow Great Hair does just what it says, it grows great hair by lengthening the anagen stage of hair growth, while anchoring the hair to the papilla to help grow hair in cases of alopecia, menopause and chemical reaction hair loss. Jane Carter provides "how-to"s and great hair care information that truly makes a difference for your customers. The affiliate page, as well as a new phone app, will also help you to prescribe and sell the right products to keep your customers coming back again and again. free products. This rate may be reduced for companies with multiple plants. The audit fee in the United States is $500. There are also auditor travel expenses but GFCO auditors group schedule multiple audits in one trip to help reduce costs to companies, and when applicable, will combine them with other audits such as HACCP, GFSI, GMO, organic and so on. There's also a licensing and certification fee which encompasses an annual flat rate charged for certification, based on risk, number of plants, and private labels. It is not based on the number of SKUs or brand sales. GFCO does however have a small business offer for very small companies with five or less products that want to be certified but this is the only situation when a 'per SKU' pricing matrix is used. For more information on Nature's Yoke head to booth #1134. You can reach the Jane Carter Solution by calling toll free at 877-HAIR CARE or 877424-7227. Check out our Hair Care prescriptions on www.janecartersolution.com where you can identify and prescribe the perfect products for your customers. GN: How does gluten-free certification benefit manufacturers? CK: Gluten-free certification benefits the manufacturers because it gives them the credibility and recognition that they are producing a gluten-free product that meets strict standards. Inspections conducted by the GFCO auditors also verify that the company is providing and meeting high standards in producing their product. Manufacturers save valuable time and resources that would have been spent answering questions regarding the gluten-free status of their products. For more information visit www.gfco.org, call 253-218-2956 or email admin@gluten.net— or just stop by booth #308.

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