Listen in to this encore podcast presentation on immune health.

Tony Lucchesi the National Educator for Source Naturals joins us to talk about Wellness Formula. Twenty-five years ago, Wellness Formula pioneered the industry’s first wellness-immune category. Since then, millions have turned to Wellness at the first sign of immune symptoms.

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Given the heightened focus on flu this season, here’s a very pertinent encore presentation about the homeopathic remedy Oscillo.

Christophe Merville the national Pharmacy Development Manager for Boiron joins us to talk about homeopathy and share with us the benefits of Oscillo during the cold and flu season.

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What school won the healthy lunch coaching session from Chef Ann Cooper? Drum roll, please…it’s the Albert Einstein Academies in San Diego. Congratulations!

Julie Black submitted the entry on behalf of the Albert Einstein Academies. She has a 4th grader attending the school and really believes that if one school in the San Diego district can make a change, then the other schools will jump on board – “the kids are going to be so excited.”

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We are excited to let you know that the just released “Here We Grow” documentary directed by Craig King is now exclusively available in our stores. In this 65-minute film, Craig, a natural foods chef and entrepreneur, explores the current state of our food supply and seeks to educate people about living healthier, more wholesome lives through socially responsible food choices. The film intends to raise national awareness through inspiring interviews and stories that capture the passion and personal investment of a diverse group of individuals. The documentary also educates everyone on the pandemic expansion of dangerous chemicals that were introduced into food seeds and crop soils at an alarming rate over the last 40 years.

Revenues from the film go toward community projects that demonstrate the actions necessary to restore America’s health. 20% of the sales go directly to our partner, Ann Cooper, and her School Lunch Revolution project.

Here’s a trailer from the film. Check it out and look for the DVD in your local Whole Foods Market.

Wondering what you can do NOW to create REAL CHANGE for your school lunch program?

Here’s your chance to get Chef Ann Cooper, a.k.a. the “Renegade Lunch Lady,” to your home town! Ann has been making school lunch programs healthier across the U.S. for the past decade. This is your chance to bring her to your school or district for your very own action plan to improve your lunch program. Find out more about Chef Ann and what she does at www.chefann.com.

How To Enter

• Make sure your video is 1 minute or less
• Upload your video to your YouTube account
• Send an email to schoollunchmakeover@wholefoods.com with your
  • full name
  • email
  • phone number
  • home address
  • school or school district name
  • a link to your video.

Remember

How you present your case matters! We will be selecting the winner based on originality and your ability to showcase the need and community excitement around improving your school lunch program.

Example Video

View the video below to see an example entry that might help you with ideas on how to shape yours.

Official Rules and Instructions

EFAs (essential fatty acids) are crucial for healthy growing brains and mental function. Here is straight and simple info to help you understand EFAs and how to find the ones that support children’s focus and brain function.

Douglas MacKay is a licensed naturopathic doctor who serves as Nordic Naturals Research Advisor. He is Founder of Makai Naturopathic Center in Dover, NH.

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Changing seasons and cold weather can bring new strains on health, especially for young people. Focusing on wellness is a good idea, starting with these easy ways that will help keep your family healthy.

Dr. Chris Marchioni is a board certified family medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, and is Executive Director of Healthy Learning Paths, a Colorado nonprofit delivering educational resources for families.  For more information, www.healthylearningpaths.org.

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Packing a delicious, healthy lunch is easier than you might think! Check out Chef Ann’s favorite lunch box choices for healthy kids and a healthy planet.

For more great recipes ideas from Chef Ann Cooper and Whole Foods Market, check out our Back to School recipes!

We are proud to introduce an exclusive new product to our stores* that just came in earlier this month. Clementine Art is a Boulder, CO based company that has created the first all natural line of children’s art supplies that include crayons, markers, paint, play dough, and glue. Check out this video for more insights into their high quality, eco-friendly, 100% non-toxic products – perfect for your little one’s burgeoning art career.

* These products are available at most Whole Foods Market locations in the Whole Body department.

Life lessons about nutrition start at home. Chef Ann Cooper shares ideas for turning leftovers from some of her dinner recipes into healthy lunches for the next day.

For more great recipes ideas from Chef Ann Cooper and Whole Foods Market, check out our Back to School recipes!