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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n SEPTEMBER 2016 n GOURMET NEWS N H 3 2 Against the Grain: Plant-Based Without Compromise For 10 years, Against The Grain has been going against the trend towards food indus- trialization. It combines the highest quality, whole ingredients in unique ways to produce naturally gluten-free, minimally-processed products. It doesn't compromise in taste and texture, either. Plant-based products are a new departure for Against The Grain. Its best-selling gluten-free bread and pizza products have al- ways relied on animal protein, but when faced with the opportunity to develop a new line of products, it asked, why not create a plant-based product that was both gluten-free and grain-free? The new 100 percent plant- based Ginger Cookies and Chocolate Chip Cookies are just that. They are rich and but- tery-tasting, soft and chewy, and made with real ingredients and no gums, binders, emulsifiers or preserva- tives. What it offers is a very sat- isfying, responsible indulgence that is easier on the planet. About Against The Grain Gourmet Against The Grain Gourmet is a celiac family-owned wholesale manufacturer of frozen gluten-free bread, pizza and cookie products located in Brattle- boro, Vermont. It is also the only national gluten-free and grain-free bakery. The com- pany's products are made with a minimal number of ingredients with no preservatives or additives in its ded- icated gluten-free and nut-free facility. It prides itself on paying its production staff the highest wages and the best benefits package in the industry. For more information, visit www.againstthe graingourmet.com or stop by booth #1629. A Powerful & Reliable International Network of Suppliers Drawing together some of the best talent in the organic industry, Organic Partners has built an impressive team of top exec- utives, dedicated experts and talented staff. Organic Partners' international network of growers and processors is tied together through over 20 years of successful joint business ventures in The European Union and former East Block Countries, the Philip- pines, South America, Canada, North Africa, China, Southeast Asia and the United States. Organic Partners is positioned as "The Pri- mary Supplier" in several organic product categories. Organic Partners International believes or- ganic is better. Better for people. Better for the planet. Better for our future. It's not simply about how or- ganic food is farmed and processed, but also about cultivating a pure lifestyle. That's something it whole- heartedly embraces. Organic Partners' position within the in- dustry allows it to play a huge role in sup- plying organic manufacturers with the quality ingredients they need to create or- ganic products around the world. To bring organic food to people on a massive scale means building trust from seed to table, which it takes into consideration with every load it pro- cures, ensuring that safety, quality and certification standards have been met every step of the way, so it can feed the world with the same level of quality ingredi- ents that it enjoys itself. For more information, visit www.organic -partners.com or stop by booth #609. Sore No More Natural Pain Relieving Gels Maximize Relief and Minimize Side Effects Forty years ago, Sombra Cosmetics devel- oped a natural alternative to joint and mus- cle pain relief. Using traditional herbal ingredients from Central America, the com- pany created topical warming and cooling gels that have changed the lives of thou- sands of people. Here are two testimonials: "I bought a container for my father who suffers from extensive osteoarthritis and it was the only thing that ever really brought him relief!" "Then I tried [Sore No More] on the mus- cle spasms associated with the fibromyal- gia...within a [short time] the spasms had released." Sore No More Natural Pain Relieving Gels are scientifically formulated without harsh chemicals so that they maximize your pain relief and minimize side effects. Be- cause they contain no waxes, oils or petrola- tum, the gels do not require high concentrations of active ingredients. The re- sult is fast, long-lasting relief without skin ir- ritation. Users also appreciate the fact that the gels do not contain alcohols or parabens and are free of animal products, NSAIDs and GMOs. Finally, they will not stain your skin or clothing. Choose between two formulations de- pending on the type of pain you experience. The Warming Ther- apy is for chronic joint and muscle pain – arthritis, lumbago, ten- nis/golf elbow. Its balanced dose of menthol and camphor, along with a small amount of capsaicin, provides the perfect pain relief combination. The gel absorbs into your skin without leaving any greasy feeling, and the light orange aroma is pleasant and dissipates quickly. The Cooling Therapy is for sudden, in- tense pains, such as headaches, twisted an- kles and sprains. It also relieves discomfort from insect bites and venomous stings. Its precise amount of menthol offers you rapid and long-lasting relief without leaving a greasy feeling on your skin. The pleasant lemon aroma van- ishes quickly. If you exercise regularly, add Sore No More gels to your workout rou- tine for improved performance. Prior to be- ginning exercise, rub a thin layer of Warm Therapy into the muscles you will use most. As you start to move and sweat, you will feel that warm penetration, enabling you to warm up faster. After you finish your workout, rub some Cool Therapy on those same muscles to promote the cool-down process. Join the tens of thousands of people who choose Sore No More Natural Pain Reliev- ing Gels for pain relief and improved exer- cise performance. Learn more at www.sorenomoreusa.com, call 800.225.3963 or stop by booth #4306. Cleaning Smiles and Making Smiles, Naturally Imagine for a second the weight of 11,500 full-grown African elephants. It's tough, right? Well, that's what the estimated number of toothbrushes thrown out annually weighs — in the United States alone. It's a number that's hard to wrap your head around. "We so seldom throw out a toothbrush," you'd think, but with billions of people seldom throwing out toothbrushes, the numbers can get crazy pretty fast. So what can an environ- mentally conscious person do? Stop brush- ing? Of course not. WooBamboo is a company working diligently to make a dent in this gargantuan amount of plastic waste by offering a more natural alternative. By replacing the entire plastic handle with a single piece of natural bamboo, it has trans- formed a typical oral care instrument into a beautiful symbol of eco-awesomeness. "We're not a toothbrush company," said Christopher Fous, Co-founder and Creative Director. "We're in the inspiration business. Any toothbrush can clean your teeth. Very few, however, actually make you feel like you're making a difference in the world. Once you feel like what you're doing mat- ters, even in a small way, you'll know you can do more. You'll want to do more. And if millions of people start and end their day wanting to do more to help the world, then we've really created something powerful. Toothbrush companies can make toothbrushes. We'll focus on making a dif- ference." Have they made a difference? Perhaps. After just over half a million bamboo tooth- brushes, WooBamboo is steadily becoming a bigger player in the industry. Now avail- able in chains like Target, H.E.B., Safeway, Albertsons, Lassens, Fresh Thyme and Nat- ural Grocers, it looks like "the inspiration business" is good. The young company (born on Earth Day 2013) is expanding from just toothbrushes for adults, kids and pets to a more complete oral care line — includ- ing biodegradable floss, natural toothpaste and mouth rinse. "We love what we do, and it shows," says Steve Hyde, Co-founder. "We're not dentists. We're not sales people or retail experts. We have no real business being in this industry. We're just a couple of guys that want to make a really cool product that makes a difference, makes people smile and feel good about them- selves. And ya know what? So far so good." For more information, go to www.woo bamboo.com. Ever Tried Tea in Your Coffee? Every time you drink tea or coffee, it's an op- portunity to nourish your body. Javazen has created a new product category by combin- ing organic ground coffee with loose teas and superfoods. The result is a brew that is delicious and good for you too. Javazen has three blends: Boost is naturally packed with caffeine and antioxidants. It gets you going in the morning and will keep you going all day without crashing. The Balance Original Blend consists of cof- fee, green tea and cacao. And at the end of the day unwind with Javazen Relax, made of decaf coffee, sweet goji berries and rooibos tea. Javazen is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, USDA-certified organic and certified kosher. All blends are pre-ground and brew ready. Best when used with a French press or regular coffee maker. Sold in 15- serving nine-ounce bags. For further information, visit www.drinkjavazen.com.

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