tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2061757987472236842024-02-07T17:02:41.789-08:00GAUDAUR NATURAL FOODSGaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-6312225893005186302012-07-26T09:29:00.000-07:002012-07-26T09:29:21.988-07:00What your food should tell youAs of August 4, 2012, <a href="http://www.inspection.gc.ca/food/consumer-centre/food-allergens/eng/1330450829791/1330450993196" target="_blank">enhanced labelling regulations</a> come into force in Canada to help consumers identify allergens that may be present in the food they consume. <br />
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<li>Most prepackaged products must include food allergens, gluten sources, and sulphites in the list of ingredients or in a statement that begins with "Contains:.." on their labels;</li>
<li>Food allergen or gluten sources must be written in commonly used words such as "milk" or "wheat";</li>
<li>Mustard seed will be added to the regulatory definition of food allergen and will need to be in the list of ingredients or in a statement that begins with "Contains:.." on the label;</li>
<li>The common names for the plant sources of starches, modified starches, hydrolyzed plant protein and lecithin must be modified to provide source information. For example, the label must indicate hydrolyzed soy protein rather than just hydrolyzed vegetable protein;</li>
<li>Products that include spelt and kamut must declare wheat as an allergen on their labels;</li>
<li>Sulphites in products above 10 <acronym style="cursor: help;" title="parts per million">ppm</acronym> will need to be in the list of ingredients or in a statement that begins with "Contains:.." on the label ;</li>
<li>Products must list any components of an ingredient that are food allergens, gluten sources, or sulphites (when 10 <acronym style="cursor: help;" title="parts per million">ppm</acronym> or more). For example, if a prepackaged food contains the ingredient "spices", that food will be required to list any allergens, gluten sources, or sulphites present in the spices, such as mustard. </li>
<li>Food allergens present in wine and spirits as a result of the use of fining agents made from allergenic ingredients such as eggs, fish, milk, etc, must be shown on the label of the product.</li>
<li>Prepackaged fruits and vegetables that have a protective edible coating or wax must include the source of any allergen or gluten on their labels.</li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Although this is vitamin D2 (ergosterol) and not D3 (cholecalciferol) , there's growing research suggesting that readily bioavailable D2 may have as many health-giving benefits as D3. </span><br />
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What do you think?Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-30860224064070549552012-03-17T07:15:00.002-07:002012-03-17T07:15:20.490-07:00nice work from a Canadian company fighting GMO'sfrom the CHFA newsletter:<br />
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Nature’s Path feels that the potential danger from GMOs to the environment, to human health and to organic farmers and producers is too vast to ignore. They have always had a strict non-GMO policy for their products and packaging. And, they support mandatory labeling of GMO products - firmly believing that everyone has the right to know what’s in their food and that genetically engineered foods should be clearly labeled so we can all make an informed choice.<br /><br />Right now in the U.S., Californians are gathering signatures to get an initiative on the 2012 ballot that would require manufacturers to label genetically engineered ingredients for sale in the state. At least 800,000 signatures are needed to ensure The California Right To Know Genetically Engineered Food Act gets placed on the ballot and can be voted on by California citizens in the November election. Even though they are a Canadian company, Nature’s Path has pledged to contribute $600,000 to support the campaign to make this California ballot initiative and mandatory GE labeling a reality. California is such an influential state that if this initiative is successful, the rest of the country and Canada will hopefully follow suit.</div>
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Lots to think about.Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-42291754379734395882012-01-19T13:52:00.000-08:002012-01-19T13:52:08.383-08:00Looking for something to read?The website <a href="http://theblueok.com/" target="_blank">the blue ok</a> is a fascinating, and unnerving, collection of alternative viewpoints on cancer, genetic engineering, gardening, green living, health, culture and more. Definitely worth browsing. While snooping through the site, we found <a href="http://environmentalhealthtrust.org/" target="_blank">Dr. Devra Davis</a> and her work detailing <a href="http://theblueok.com/2010/10/dr-devra-davis-alerts-humans-to-the-dangers-of-cell-phones/" target="_blank">the dangers of cell phones</a> most convincing.Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-61156676818380854782011-11-30T12:29:00.000-08:002011-11-30T12:29:15.544-08:00To support alternative health in Canada...please read and forward ...In this month's VISTA magazine, a very <a href="http://www.vistamagonline.com/letter.html">well-written letter</a> from Preferred Nutrition's Deane Parkes to Oshawa MP Colin CarrieGaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-43552093303963969772011-10-28T12:52:00.000-07:002011-10-28T12:52:49.810-07:00Exciting new approach to health with nitric oxide<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCo8E0-5vrT3wX7E6j6nTKp2Bwz53Y3I0F6rj-WND6HmyevKjQ7bkwErmGi5tpmMNkQR94INVqDJIG9_BRuVqbeKDioSaefJD3CccLMRVSeKT1TVaEH4sWZMPgyZETiqDfQfO9DUU5iw/s1600/nitricOxideAOR2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCo8E0-5vrT3wX7E6j6nTKp2Bwz53Y3I0F6rj-WND6HmyevKjQ7bkwErmGi5tpmMNkQR94INVqDJIG9_BRuVqbeKDioSaefJD3CccLMRVSeKT1TVaEH4sWZMPgyZETiqDfQfO9DUU5iw/s320/nitricOxideAOR2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">There’s been a lot of excitement recently about nitric oxide, especially since <a href="http://tinyurl.com/3kr2nrp">Dr. Gifford—Jones’ article a couple of weeks ago.</a> A powerful antioxidant, nitric oxide helps to widen blood vessels and lower blood pressure, helps prevent formation of arterial plaque, protects stomach from ulcers, and inhibits growth of bacteria associated with cystic fibrosis and urinary tract infections. It’s beneficial for upper respiratory chest infections, improves sports endurance, helps reduce stress….the list goes on! The highly respected supplement company AOR has designed a number of supplements targeted towards various health issues using the nitric oxide technology. Gaudaur’s is proud to be one of the first stores in a limited market rollout to carry their product line. Drop by the store, take a look at the literature and see if one of the new NOx products would be suitable for you!</div>Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-72658897247537168892011-10-25T07:41:00.000-07:002011-10-25T07:41:08.830-07:00Next Organics snacks look great and taste yummy!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8z2DlaCAz4OFF2HMj0vl5z7hm8sZ8ugkClOmvE3kCvbyWyhaYtMX5DqSeSWbue3sHHYaHyiLBC0msf8bED3PYoT5YTfSNoM6buSN5_MzVN4MKS5LIcW2f2LkIQCVwpeUxLkfrJ6xVsg/s1600/NextOrganicsSnacks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8z2DlaCAz4OFF2HMj0vl5z7hm8sZ8ugkClOmvE3kCvbyWyhaYtMX5DqSeSWbue3sHHYaHyiLBC0msf8bED3PYoT5YTfSNoM6buSN5_MzVN4MKS5LIcW2f2LkIQCVwpeUxLkfrJ6xVsg/s1600/NextOrganicsSnacks.jpg" /></a></div> They're tasty, they're organic and they're new! Next Organics dark chocolate-covered coconut, almonds, cherries, pretzels and ginger root.Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-87147743727474942092011-10-21T12:40:00.000-07:002011-10-21T12:40:52.689-07:00Gluten free, chemical free ZuZu Luxe cosmetics now in stock<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUBINgNanqQ_2UoNwpatx0_SkHaLhqotNDQcMpDamAAdfmvpkaGPbFRjKF5RyTgpPhVpcjug1Eom5f1y5nEyNEXqDgQo6ZOusSApGctbZEDjUlftrT2Km09L7RnESPAGzcW5u_KDyo8A/s1600/ZuZu169.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUBINgNanqQ_2UoNwpatx0_SkHaLhqotNDQcMpDamAAdfmvpkaGPbFRjKF5RyTgpPhVpcjug1Eom5f1y5nEyNEXqDgQo6ZOusSApGctbZEDjUlftrT2Km09L7RnESPAGzcW5u_KDyo8A/s1600/ZuZu169.jpg" /></a></div><div class="MsoPlainText"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoPlainText"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Indulge yourself and choose your next cosmetic from the ZuZu Luxe line from Gabriel. Gluten-free and no harmful chemicals. Smooth on glowing colours in a foundation, lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara. Look your very best while lavishing your sensitive skin with spring water, herbs, botanicals and vitamins. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoPlainText"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>And here's a tip for stylish cheekbones:</b> try a darker shade of blush just under your cheekbones and blend in a lighter blush with more shimmer towards the top.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New';"><o:p></o:p></span></div>Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-18171824835310314182011-10-15T10:56:00.000-07:002011-10-15T10:56:37.560-07:00It's vitamin sale time!Enjoy 10% off all vitamins and supplements in the store from now until Hallowe'en! Try something new or stock up on old favourites like vitamin C, vitamin D and oil of oregano!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-33797884808852691272011-09-10T12:44:00.000-07:002011-09-10T13:05:01.869-07:00those delicious low sugar chocolate bars are back!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Hc-izKXv-mr0Jb5BrYgJzmtIREBc3U-_jAObeB8fO4d-65hncPu2P56TXxC4CYQiu3rI7wGqmFvEX9sq5cU1FOZ91JARVq1oerwfJa-9Amyt7D6pu3CGPf7vtNHPTmzlm09xxM-iaw/s1600/kayer+chocolate+300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" nba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Hc-izKXv-mr0Jb5BrYgJzmtIREBc3U-_jAObeB8fO4d-65hncPu2P56TXxC4CYQiu3rI7wGqmFvEX9sq5cU1FOZ91JARVq1oerwfJa-9Amyt7D6pu3CGPf7vtNHPTmzlm09xxM-iaw/s1600/kayer+chocolate+300.jpg" /></a></div>Our first box of the Kayer chocolate bars sold out almost immediately so we had to get more! The sweetener is organic coconut palm sugar which has a very low glycemic index. Total sugars per bar: 20 g. Two delectable flavours - double dark dark chocolate truffle and cran-raspberry dark chocolate truffle. Be the first of your friends to try them.... while supplies last!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-10871860633855266442011-09-02T14:11:00.000-07:002011-09-02T14:32:23.605-07:00Energy Armor bracelets now in stock<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipbyq05qwVl4g6LrKN65KOEEzTGnl-WpLA1nFeZgxEsoo2hXC2cEAzdg_NR8H1uy8-CWJHh7T2VqMS31sjUHQm2cfejo0U6vWS5qA8AKCivsSoHUrmMYIcaTqreEKYELIT6shkdCPo4Q/s1600/energyamor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipbyq05qwVl4g6LrKN65KOEEzTGnl-WpLA1nFeZgxEsoo2hXC2cEAzdg_NR8H1uy8-CWJHh7T2VqMS31sjUHQm2cfejo0U6vWS5qA8AKCivsSoHUrmMYIcaTqreEKYELIT6shkdCPo4Q/s1600/energyamor.jpg" xaa="true" /></a></div>These bright, multicoloured bracelets made of surgical grade silicone rubber emit negative ions to balance out a number of body systems. Some people report they sleep better, have better balanced moods, fewer headaches and noticeable improvements in mental performance. Maybe they'll work for you!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-56872876875005812792011-08-26T14:48:00.000-07:002011-08-26T14:48:35.265-07:00Vitamin Sale is on!Less than a week left to take advantage of 10% off vitamins and supplements. Stock up before the school/cold & flu season starts!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-28995743636749260422011-08-25T11:54:00.000-07:002011-08-25T11:54:19.417-07:00<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are some really interesting tips from </span><a href="http://www.mercola.com/"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dr. Mercola</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> for those of us dealing with allergies, and don't forget to drop by the store for quercetin, vitamin D, omega 3's, eucalyptus oil and more!</span><br />
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<strong>Natural Treatments: Dietary Friends and Foes</strong><br />
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About one-third of seasonal allergy sufferers have something called "oral allergy syndrome," in which your immune system is triggered by proteins in some foods that are molecularly similar to pollen. Your immune system looks at the protein molecule and says, "Close enough!" and attacks it. If you are allergic to ragweed, for example, you may have cross-sensitivity to melons, bananas, tomatoes, zucchini, sunflower seeds, dandelions, chamomile, and echinacea. If you have a grass allergy, you may also react to peaches, celery, tomatoes, melons and oranges.<br />
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Besides avoiding foods that may trigger your allergy, there are a number of foods that can be helpful for calming down allergy symptoms.<br />
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Omega-3 fatty acids: According to Mother Earth News, a German study published in the journal Allergy found people who have diets rich in of omega-3 fatty acids suffer from fewer allergy symptoms. A second study in Sweden found that children who regularly ate fish prior to age one had much lower allergies by age four. My favorite sources of omega-3 fatty acids are grass fed meat and eggs, and krill oil. (Fish has become too contaminated to rely on as a staple.) <br />
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Probiotics: In a 2008 study, researchers discovered that people who took probiotics throughout allergy season had lower levels of an antibody that triggered allergy symptoms. They also had higher levels of a different antibody (IgG), thought to play a protective role against allergic reactions. Other researchers found evidence that giving probiotics to newborns and mothers-to-be may help prevent childhood allergies. <br />
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Vitamin D: Insufficient vitamin D levels have been linked to more severe asthma and allergies in children. Vitamin D has also been found to reduce allergic responses to mold. <br />
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Hot peppers: Hot chili peppers, horseradish, and hot mustards work as natural decongestants. In fact, a nasal spray containing capsaicin (derived from hot peppers) significantly reduced nasal allergy symptoms in a 2009 study. <br />
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Locally produced honey: Many believe that consuming locally produced honey, which contains pollen spores picked up by the bees from your local plants, can act as a natural “allergy vaccine.” By introducing a small amount of allergen into your system (from eating the honey), your immune system is activated and over time can build up your natural immunity against it. Just be careful to consume honey moderately as it’s high in fructose. <br />
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<strong>Below are several other foods and herbs you might want to try:</strong><br />
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Quercetin: Quercetin is an antioxidant that belongs to a class of water-soluble plant substances called flavonoids. Although research is sketchy, many believe quercetin-rich foods (such as apples, berries, red grapes, red onions, capers and black tea) prevent histamine release—so they are “natural antihistamines.” Quercetin is also available in supplement form—a typical dose for hay fever is between 200 and 400 mg per day. <br />
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Butterbur (Petasites hybridus): Another natural antihistamine, this herb has been used since ancient times to treat a variety of conditions, including migraines. In a German study, 40 percent of patients taking butterbur root extract were able to reduce their intake of traditional asthma medications. A British study found butterbur as effective as the drug Zyrtec. <br />
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A word of caution is needed, however. Butterbur is a member of the ragweed family, so if you are allergic to ragweed, marigold, daisy, or chrysanthemum, you should not use butterbur. Also, the RAW herb should not be used because it contains substances called pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can be toxic to the liver and kidneys and may cause cancer. Commercial butterbur products have had a lot of these alkaloids removed. <br />
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Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica): Another natural antihistamine, stinging nettle has a long history of use for seasonal allergies, without the drowsiness and dry mouth associated with many pharmacological antihistamines. Nettle inhibits your body’s ability to produce histamines. The recommended dose is about 300 mg freeze-dried nettle extract daily. <br />
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Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis): Goldenseal may be helpful for seasonal allergies. Laboratory studies suggest that berberine, the active ingredient in goldenseal, has antibacterial and immune-enhancing properties. <br />
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Eucalyptus oil: This pure essential oil can be healing to mucus membranes. You can apply a drop on a cotton ball and sniff it several times a day, add a few drops to water (or to a nebulizer, if you own one) for a steam treatment, or use a few drops in your bathwater. <br />
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Refer to <a href="http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/allergic-rhinitis-000003.htm">this University of Maryland article</a> for a more complete discussion of common herbal allergy treatments.<br />
<strong>Other Tips For Making Allergy Season a Breeze</strong><br />
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Another simple, inexpensive and very beneficial practice you can do at home is flushing out your nasal passages with a neti pot. A neti pot is a small vessel with a spout you insert into your nose that can be used to gently irrigate your nose and sinuses with a salt-water solution. (For more on this method, please refer to this previous article.) You may want to also consider the purchase of an air purifier. Air purification will result in lower levels of allergens circulating around your home or office. <br />
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One of the best things you can do to reduce your allergy symptoms naturally is exercise. In a 12-year long German study, sedentary children had more than twice the rates of hay fever as active children. If you have seasonal allergies, you will also benefit from clearing out some of your "energy meridians" with an energy technique such as acupuncture or EFT. <br />
In one study published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine, acupuncture reportedly reduced allergy symptoms in ALL 26 participants. In a second study, just two acupuncture treatments totally eliminated symptoms in more than half of the participants. Even simpler is the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), which is my favorite energy technique because you can do it by yourself at home, and it's easy to learn. EFT is "acupuncture without the needles."<br />
Lastly, remember to keep your vehicle and building windows closed on high-pollen days, especially in the mornings before 10 am when pollen levels are normally highest. Similarly, avoid using window fans when pollen levels are high. Pollen levels are also worse on dry and/or windy days. If you must do yard work, wearing a mask might be helpful. If you enjoy hanging clothing or sheets outside to dry, you may want to avoid this during allergy season as spores and pollen can cling to fabric and end up right next to your body, triggering symptoms.<br />
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<strong>A Few Things to AVOID…</strong><br />
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Avoid chlorinated pools and hot tubs if you have allergies or asthma. Swimming in chlorinated pools has been shown to increase respiratory problems and allergies. <br />
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Want to clean your air ducts? Don’t bother. One study showed that no significant allergens accumulate in air ducts, so cleaning them is a waste of money. Instead, put the money toward a good air purifier. <br />
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You might want to back off on cell phone use if your allergies are raging. A study out of Bastyr University found cell phones might actually worsen allergy symptoms. The study, published in Archives of Allergy and Immunology, found that one hour of continuous cell phone use exacerbates allergic responses to dust and pollen. Although the findings are preliminary, they suggest that microwave radiation may somehow make allergic responses worse. <br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/3jayf8b">Read the entire article</a> at mercola.com!<br />
Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-37847182542639893342011-08-19T12:55:00.000-07:002011-08-19T12:55:32.149-07:00Searching for supplement info?Try browsing AOR's product info site <a href="http://www.aor.ca/html/products.php">http://www.aor.ca/html/products.php</a> for detailed info including research, abstracts, public FAQs and of course label info for AOR's line of supplements. It's a good source of in-depth information for free!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-6213782996497641162011-08-18T09:55:00.000-07:002011-08-18T09:55:11.641-07:00FRUGAL FRIDAYS!"The early bird gets the worm", or so the saying goes. With this deal the early bird can also save 50% on anything in the store. How is this possible? Check out the details below and make sure you set your alarm.<br />
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From 8am to 8pm on Fridays you can purchase Gaudaur Natural Food gift certificates online through the Orillia <a href="http://frugalfridays.orilliapacket.com/">Packet & Times</a> website for 1/2 the price. That's right, for only $25 you receive a $50 gift certificate to use on anything in the store. There are only 2 per week, so you have to act fast. Gift certificates must be purchased with a credit card and picked up at the Packet & Times office in Orillia. Click the link above for all of the fine print. Good luck!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-4107220688116141272010-09-09T13:54:00.000-07:002010-10-01T13:55:37.284-07:00NEW NUT BUTTERS ARE HERE!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have you ever wanted to make fresh, natural peanut or almond butter...without all of the hard work and fancy appliances? You're in luck! We've recently retired our old peanut butter machines and acquired two brand spanking new ones. Our famous smooth peanut butter is back! And as an extra special treat, we've added an almond butter machine as well. The almond butter on Ezekiel english muffins with blueberry jam has become a favourite of staff and our families.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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So ask us about our fancy new machines the next time you're in. We just love showing them off and helping customers grind their own nut butters.Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-74704270262025362022010-06-23T11:24:00.000-07:002010-06-23T11:24:43.455-07:00WIN MARIPOSA FOLK FESTIVAL TICKETS!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQy0hFejmnqTVP3_f6GGDjKQlPwfhdehTbfgBjGZmZDO3GDf_Au91Ivks2n_DKKK1FjloK4u23_72j6wKi_3-eG1RkLqewtd7uQVfj5llMOwSJvbsSx32SYYupBrHziLrqJiHYJ84Kkw/s1600/mariposa1.php" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQy0hFejmnqTVP3_f6GGDjKQlPwfhdehTbfgBjGZmZDO3GDf_Au91Ivks2n_DKKK1FjloK4u23_72j6wKi_3-eG1RkLqewtd7uQVfj5llMOwSJvbsSx32SYYupBrHziLrqJiHYJ84Kkw/s200/mariposa1.php" width="200" /></a></div><br />
It's hard to believe, but Orillia's <a href="http://www.mariposafolk.com/">Mariposa Folk Festival</a> turns 50 this year. From July 9th-11th countless musicians, artists and other performers will decend on beautiful Tudhope Park on the shores of Lake Couchiching. As a proud sponsor of this amazing festival, we're celebrating by giving you a chance to win a pair of tickets. <b>That's a value of $218! </b> Spend $20 or more on anything in the store and receive your ballot to win. Good luck to all entrants. We hope to see you there. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Gaudaur Natural Foods is a very proud sponsor of the Estelle Klein stage.</div>Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-38139727517215652942010-06-17T10:00:00.000-07:002010-06-17T10:00:07.961-07:00BEAT THE HST!The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) comes into effect in Ontario on July 1st, 2010. All vitamins and supplements that previously were only subject to the 5% GST will now be taxed at the full HST rate of 13%. <br />
Want to beat the HST? <b>We've put our entire stock of vitamins and supplements on sale for 10% off until June 30th. </b> Stock up and save...and don't pay any HST!<br />
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Books, diapers and feminine hygiene products are exempt from HST, but will continue to be taxed at 5% GST.Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-80671756303458018672010-06-10T10:42:00.000-07:002010-06-30T09:17:42.731-07:00RECIPE - Summertime SalsaIt's no secret that summer is a very busy time for most people. Trying to take advantage of the good weather doesn't leave a lot of time for planning and meal prep. Luckily we've come up with a recipe that is great for taking to a potluck or mixing up after work as part of a no-fuss dinner. Nothing says summer like salsa. Get creative and add chopped cilantro, avocado or hot peppers to the mix. <br />
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2 cups of <b>Organic Meadow</b> frozen corn (thawed) <br />
1 cup of <b>Bandito's </b>medium salsa <br />
1/2 of a can of <b>Eden </b>organic black beans (rinsed and drained)<br />
1 bunch of green onions (chopped or snipped with scissors)<br />
juice of 1/2 a lime or 1 Tbsp of <b>Succo di Limetta</b> 100% organic lime juice<br />
1 bag of <b>Neal Brother's</b> organic blue corn tortilla chips<br />
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Combine all ingredients (except tortilla chips) in a bowl and let sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator. Serve with chips or add to a burrito, fajita or quesadilla.<br />
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<b><i>EcoKid Bug-a-Bug</i></b> was developed in Australia using certified organic Amazonian botanicals. It is hypo-allergenic and free of artificial fragrances and colours. It's also produced using 100% green energy and is not tested on animals.<br />
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Our own wonderful customers have tested it all over Ontario, and even in Afghanistan, and have sung its praises. So whether you're battling mosquitoes, black flies, deer flies or something even more exotic, one thing's for sure: bugs <b>hate</b> this stuff.<br />
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For more info please visit the <a href="http://www.ecokid.com.au/">EcoKid website</a>Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-51441811435015738782010-05-05T10:24:00.000-07:002010-05-05T10:25:18.396-07:00PARKING, PARKING & MORE PARKINGAlthough it's no secret that we have lost the use of the municipal parking lot across the street, it does appear that the new parking spots on Andrew Street are a secret. Directly across from the store we have three, brand new, metered parking spaces. So it's just as easy as ever before to make a quick dash into the store to pick up organic household staples or unique gourmet ingredients. <br />
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And don't forget that for purchases of $20 or more, we pay the parking!Gaudaur Natural Foodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251100856548289322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206175798747223684.post-11680928933679503272010-05-01T12:32:00.001-07:002010-05-05T10:26:58.797-07:00HAVE YOU GOT YOUR FLIPPY FLOPPIES?<div style="border: medium none;"><div style="border: medium none;">Today is the 1st of May and that means that sandal season is just around the corner. Need a new pair of Birkenstocks? Have a look at <a href="http://www.birkenstock.ca/">the Birkenstock website</a> to see all available styles and then let us know what you'd like. We're the lowest price in town, and we place orders weekly...so you never have to wait long to show off that new pair of kicks. <br />
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</div></div><div style="border: medium none;">We're also very happy to carry <a href="http://www.rainbowsandals.com/">Rainbow Sandals</a>. These sandals are extremely well made in sunny San Clemente, California and last incredibly long. After 5 years I'm still on my first pair! We are fully stocked with both the leather and hemp styles and carry all sizes. We love Rainbow Sandals!</div><br />
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