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Ki t c h e n wa re N e ws & H o u s e wa re s Re vi e w S h o w D a i l y S u n d a y, M a rc h 1 6 , 2 0 1 4 2 2 WHY UNREFINED SALT IS IMPORTANT TO YOUR HEALTH There is a vast difference between refined and unrefined salt. Refined salt, such as you find in most supermarkets, is mechanically harvested from salt mines and is often treated with chemicals to remove minerals. The salt is then heated to evaporate the water, which disrupts the molecular structure, and then subjected to a fluidized-bed dry to remove the remaining moisture. Lastly, anti-caking agents are added along with dextrose, known as refined sugar, as a stabilizer so that iodine will stay with the salt. In contrast, unrefined salt is not exposed to chemicals. The salt is harvest- ed without the use of heavy machinery or explosives, and contains minerals and elements associated with its origin. The addition of naturally occurring magne- sium and potassium, which are meant to be ingested with the sodium chloride, are essential for a healthy immune system. "Unrefined salt is a whole food product which is easily utilized by the body," explains Dr. David Brownstein, author of "SALT Your Way to Health." Historically, salt has been a highly prized sub- stance across all cultures and continents. Yet today, excess sodium intake has been blamed for a variety of health prob- lems. However, according to Dr. Brownstein, unrefined salt provides the proper balance of minerals for nourishing the endocrine system. He further notes that low-salt diets are associated with elevated insulin levels, the elevation of cholesterol and lead to mineral deficiencies and the develop- ment of chronic disease. Charmane Skillen, the Founder of s.a.l.t. sisters, understands the importance of good nutrition and is a champi- on of whole and nutritious foods. She has sourced and packaged unrefined sea salt (s.a.l.t.), created natural herb blends (h.e.r.b.) and rubs (r.u.b.s) that not only add flavor but offer necessary minerals for good health. Visit s.a.l.t. sisters at booth S2384. For more information, go to www.saltsister- sonline.com, call 574-276-0916 or email customerservice@saltsistersonline.com. PRODYNE ADDS TO POPULAR FRUIT INFUSION BEVERAGEWARE COLLECTION Hundreds of thousands of people have enjoyed refreshing fresh lemon water, raspberry iced tea, cucumber seltzer and more with Prodyne's popular Fruit Infusion Pitchers and Fusion Bottle. Prodyne is now expanding their popular infusion beverageware collection with the introduction of the Fruit Infusion Flavor Carafe. In 2009, Prodyne created a beverage infusion craze with their Fruit Infusion Pitcher. The stylish pitcher allowed for anyone to easily make and enjoy healthy, natural fruit flavored beverages. acrylic pitcher has a removable fruit infusion rod that can easily be filled with fresh cut lemons, limes, oranges, raspberries and more. Open slots in the rod allow liquids and fresh fruit to mix naturally to give your beverages a wonderful fruit infused flavor. This was an economical and healthy alternative to artificially flavored beverages, as the pitcher can continually be refilled without having to replace the fruit for up to seven days. With the enormous success of the Fruit Infusion Pitcher, Prodyne soon fol- lowed with the introduction of the ICED Fruit Infusion Pitcher. This attractive combo pitcher can be used four ways: Fruit Infusion and Iced together, Fruit Infusion alone, Iced alone or Pitcher alone. The ICED Infusion pitcher has a removable fruit infusion basket that slides into the pitcher, as well as a remov- able freezer ice tube. The ice tube can be filled with water just one time and kept in the freezer so it is always at the ready. For meal and party use, simply screw the removable freezer ice tube into the lid to keep pre-chilled beverages chilled for hours without ice cube dilution. The Fruit Infusion Flavor Bottle came next. The bottle's neck is removable so you can easily add sliced fruit and more. The bottle design also allows you to shake for rapid infusion, making it a per- fect cocktail shaker as well. Conveniently keep the bottle in the refrigerator (it fits on the door shelf) and refill after each use. The removable neck has a molded-in strainer to hold back fruit or ice as you pour. The Flavor Bottle can also be used as an oil infuser; just add spices and such in the bottom compartment. The latest addition to the collection is the Fruit Infusion Flavor Carafe. Easily infuse water, tea, spirits and more anytime with this ingen- ious carafe. Simply unscrew the removable fruit compart- ment and fill with a combina- tion of fresh sliced fruit, veg- etables and more to create a multitude of flavors. Keep it in the refrigerator (it fits on the door shelf) and refill the 50- ounce carafe after each use to always have infused beverages available. The carafe has a molded in strainer disc to hold back fruit as you pour and an easy- grip cap to help keep beverages fresh and allow you to shake for rapid infusion. Prodyne's expanded collection of BPA-free infusion pitchers, bottles and carafes are giving people even more options to create healthy flavorful bever- ages any time. Visit Prodyne at booth S423. For more information, call 800-822-4776 or go to www.prodyne.com. ECO-FRIENDLY, SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING FROM J.K. ADAMS J.K. Adams operated as a "green" com- pany long before it was fashionable, and before words such as eco-friendly were part of the common vernacular. Sustainability is part of the everyday operating equation at the facility. Sustainability and social responsibility are foundations on which the company was built, and remain core missions of the company today. "Many companies, especially those located overseas, can make the claim that they use environmentally sound opera- tion practices, but in the end can't sub- stantiate the claim. We can validate every eco-friendly practice and policy we claim since we manufacture here in the United States, in New England," said Jon Blatchford, CEO of J.K. Adams. "All of the wood we use is sustain- ably grown and harvested U.S. and Canadian hardwood, and since we are located in southwest Vermont, close to these raw materials, the environmental cost of transportation from the source to our factory is small. By sourcing our raw materials close to our facility and by manufacturing here in Vermont, we avoid creating the large carbon-foot- print associated with the trans- portation of products from across the world," added Blatchford. Operating in an environ- mentally sound, conscientious way infiltrates all of the proce- dures at the company, from packaging to product manufac- turing to energy to waste dispos- al. Much of the heat for the J.K. Adams facility, about 80 percent, is generated from burning wood scraps that are by- products from the manufacturing process as well as other locally harvest- ed wood. The offices, retail store and manufacturing facility recycle most of the waste produced on the site, includ- ing the sawdust produced by the manu- facturing process. The sawdust is gathered and distributed to area farmers to use on their fields and as beds for their animals. "Most importantly, our definition of sus- tainability goes beyond that of the natural envi- ronment and includes our community that we work in. We employ local wood- workers in our factory and in the forest and have done so for generations. We keep our operations local to help keep our community strong and sustainable," said Blatchford. Visit J.K. Adams at booth 1605. CORKPOPS WINE ACCESSORIES: THE FAST AND EASY WAY TO OPEN AND AERATE The United States of America is a great country, and it's no coincidence that great products are made here, too – innovative products that solve everyday problems, such as the original CorkPops wine bottle opener ($22) and the innovative VinOair ($19) wine aerator. How frustrating is it struggling to open a bottle of vino only to have the cork break into pieces? With CorkPops' original wine accessory, the original CorkPops wine bottle opener, cork bits will never again be bobbing in Cabernet. Made in the U.S.A., the CorkPops wine opener is the fast, easy and fun solution to opening a bottle of wine. The CorkPops wine opener uses a spe- cially formulated, low pressure inert gas to create a vacuum, which forces the cork up and out of the bottle. Simply insert the stainless steel needle straight down through the center of the cork, and press once on the top of the cartridge. The resounding "pop" that follows can be understood in every language as "bottoms up." Now that the wine is open, it's time to aerate, but who really has time to sit around and wait for wine to decant for an hour or two? CorkPops saves the day again with another U.S.A.-designed and manufac- tured wine accessory, the patented VinOair wine aerator. Wine decants in seconds as it passes through the VinOair's dual air chamber that pulls twice the amount of vacuum as compet- ing aerators. This cutting-edge product ensures the perfect pour and eliminates drips while fully aerating and oxi- dizing wine, unlocking every aroma, note and flavor. With the VinOair's sleek, compact and easy to clean design, bulky, diffi- cult to wash and easily chipped decanters will not be missed. In addition to an improved wine experience, purchasing CorkPops' American-made accessories boosts the American economy, ensures fair labor practices, protects the envi- ronment and guarantees the highest possible product quality. Check out the entire CorkPops' product line at booth S2971. For more informa- tion, visit www.corkpops.com.