Great News Barlean’s Fans! We promised you certain privileges and here’s another…..

For a limited time, we’re offering 50% off our NEW Mango Peach flavored Omega Swirl fish oil! Be the first to try this amazing new product for $9.95 before it even hits the stores.  The 12oz Mango Peach flavored Omega Swirl will retail for $19.99. Place your order now because we’re only releasing 300 of these 12 oz. bottles for this promotion. And yes, shipping is FREE! Because we’re covering the shipping costs, it will take between 5-8 business days. Limit one per household please.

Once you try it, you’ll love it, so please tell your friends and family about this summer Swirl sensation.

Here is the link for the promotion: Sneak Peek Mango Peach Swirl 50% off with FREE shipping!

Thanks!

Ivy Larson from Hot and Healthy Living recommends Barlean’s Coconut Oil in this recipe.

Hello, everyone! Here is another great recipe from Ivy Larson at www.HotAndHealthyLiving.com for a delicious raw coconut, carrot, and ginger soup.

Ingredients:

• 1/4-inch piece ginger root (no need to peel)
• 1 orange bell pepper
• 4 carrots
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/4 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup mango
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon raw honey
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil (such as Barlean’s)
• Sea salt, to taste
• Raw, unsweetened, unsulphered shredded coconut, for garnish

1. Place all ingredients in a high speed blender or food processor. Process until smooth and creamy. Place soup in a covered container and chill for several hours before serving. Sprinkle shredded coconut on top just before serving. Serve cold.
Enjoy!

Alzheimer’s & Dementia, the official journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, has published of their large-scale studying in regards to benefits of the Omega-3 fatty acid DHA. The Memory Improvement with Docasahexenoic Acid Study (MIDAS) studied the effects of algal DHA on elderly subjects with “age-related cognitive decline.”

For six months, 485 subjects ages 55 and older were given 900 milligrams of algal DHA or a placebo. These individuals all were characterized by having mild memory degeneration. Their findings reveal that those supplemented with DHA showed a benefit “roughly equivalent to having the learning and memory skills of someone three years younger”  while having almost double the reduction in errors compared to the placebo subjects.

Published May 3^rd, 2010

This study puts into perspective how a daily dose of DHA can significantly improve cognitive function in the elderly. Supplementing with DHA early on can bolster brain health and reduce or reverse the effects of memory degeneration.

At Barlean’s we are absolutely ecstatic with these findings. Our Total Omega Vegan Swirl uses the same algal DHA that was included in the study! In addition to having 100% vegetarian plant-based DHA, Total Omega Vegan Swirl includes flaxseed oil and Borage oil, providing a master blend of Omega-3, 6, & 9 to foster overall health. With its natural pomegranate and blueberry flavor, nourishing brain health, memory and cognitive function has never been easier or more delicious which is why the Omega Swirls were voted Best Product of the Year by esteemed health magazines and Gold Medal from the American Masters of Taste.

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Studies found in a report in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition has linked consumption of Omega-3 content derived from fish to a reduction in the risk of heart failure in women by up to 25 percent. Researchers have determined that Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have contributed to improvements in blood lipid levels, blood pressure, heart rate, and overall vascular health.

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which can be found in abundance in marine sources of Omega-3 fatty acids, have long been linked to other health benefits, including improved mood, behavior, proper development of babies, and a reduced risk in certain cancers and heart diseases.

Source: Nutra Ingredients: Omega-3 May Slash Risk of Heart Failure: Study

At Barlean’s, we understand the importance of integrating Omega-3 fatty acids into your daily diet, so we came up with a line of  Total Omega, Omega Swirl, and Total Omega Swirl Vegan products for those who aspire to nutritionally support heart health. Each once-a-day serving is packed with nearly 7,000 milligrams of Omega-3 (LNA, DHA, EPA), as well as 2,500 milligrams of Omega-6 and 2,500 milligrams of Omega-9. Derived from natural, unrefined flaxseed oil, fish oil, and borage oil, Barlean’s Total Omega is truly a superior product for complete Omega nutrition.  With Barlean’s, improving heart health has never been easier!

Ivy Larson of Hot and Healthy Living dazzles us with another short video recipe.

Fennel is one of those intimidating looking vegetables I would routinely pass right by in the produce section a few years back. I never had a clue what to do with it and the “licorice-like” flavor the Food Network chef’s all raved about didn’t really sound all that appetizing. But that was then. These days I’m a bona fide fennel fan. Because of the whole foods diet I follow, I am certain I eat way more vegetables than the average person. But, sometimes even I get bored with the same old, same old (broccoli, spinach, carrots, red peppers, etc.) Fennel helps spice things up and gives a super aromatic kick to many dishes, including this 5-ingredient lettuce-free salad. By the way, in my book the salt and pepper don’t count as ingredients.

If you’ve never bought fennel before, the video will show you how to prepare fennel with zero hassle (plus a bonus super simple roasted fennel recipe!) What does fennel taste like? I suppose the chefs are right, it does have a bit of licorice-y flavor—but it’s definitely not off-putting. It’s got mild hints of dill and I would best describe it as a gourmet version of celery. Like all vegetables, fennel is also very nutritious. One serving will give you a good dose of anti-aging vitamin C and potassium plus a little hit of calcium.

As for my 5-ingredient (plus salt and pepper!) salad, this is one of those “impress the guests” kind of salads because 1) it looks so beautiful and 2) it’s not another unimaginative bowl of ho-hum mixed up lettuce leaves. I especially like how easy it is to prepare! If you can chop and boil water you can absolutely make this easy healthy whole foods recipe. Nothing to it. Promise.

5-Ingredient Fennel, Apple & Green Bean Salad
2 fennel bulbs, stalks trimmed about 1-inch above the bulb, slice stalks into thin strips (don’t discard bulbs! Watch the video to see the Bonus easy roasted fennel bulb recipe)
1 large Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 cups green beans, end trimmed, cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces
Juice from 1 whole lemon
1-2 tablespoons flax oil (such as Barlean’s) or extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

OPTIONAL: 1/4 cup macadamia nuts

Prepare a large ice bath.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook 3 minutes. Add fennel and cook an additional 2-3 minutes. Drain green beans and fennel and immediately plunge into ice bath. Let vegetables sit in ice water 2-3 minutes. Drain.

Transfer green beans and fennel to a large serving bowl. Pat the vegetables dry with paper towels. Add the apple slices. Drizzle the lemon juice and oil on top. Toss to coat. Season lightly with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature.

OPTIONAL: Place macadamia nuts in a food processor and process into crumbs. Sprinkle macadamia nut “crumbs” on top of salad.

For more great recipes visit http://hotandhealthyliving.com/

An important study assessing more than 21,000 participants for a period of over 11 years found that a daily intake of EPA and DHA of about 240 mgs is associated with a 50% risk reduction for coronary heart disease (CHD). The study is published in the Journal of Nutrition and was done in the Netherlands. Subjects were between the ages of 20 and 65.

Source: Journal of Nutrition Published online ahead of print, doi:10.3945/jn.109.119271 “Marine (n-3) Fatty Acids, Fish Consumption, and the 10-Year Risk of Fatal and Nonfatal Coronary Heart Disease in a Large Population of Dutch Adults with a Low Fish Intake”
Authors: J. de Goede, J.M. Geleijnse, J.M. A. Boer, D. Kromhout, W. M.M. Verschuren

Reducing risk for heart disease by 50% with Omega 3s?! Omega-3s have been linked to many areas of support for good health. Barlean’s knows that ingesting 240 mgs of combined EPA/DHA is easy! How about adding increased bioavailability and delicious taste to that EPA/DHA? Barlean’s Lemon Zest Omega Swirl and new Total Omega Swirl are perfect choices!

Ivy Larson of Hot and Healthy Living shows how eating healthy and creating a delicious meal can go hand in hand! Watch her video to learn how to make easy savory dinner crepes with Mediterranean filling using Barlean’s Forti-Flax. Chock full of flaxseed lignans and Omega-3 fatty acids, Barlean’s Forti-flax is a delicious way to help lower cholesterol as well as promote a healthy heart and overall vitality.

Try her recipe today. A few tablespoons of flaxseed a day can go a long way. Bon apetit!

Source: Functional Ingredients Mag

Move over butter, Americans recognize fish oil as healthy. More and more consumers know that fish oil and Omegas are better for them, though they may not know exactly why or the difference between the various fats. That was the message from Nutracon speaker, Roger Daniels, Director of Research and Development for Bunge Oils in the Healthy Oils track. Daniels told the audience there is a growing awareness about the importance of Omega-based fatty acids, healthy oils and the dangers of trans fats.

Daniels presented research from a Consumer Insight Study that evaluated consumer awareness about different fats. The findings showed that consumer preferences for oils are shifting along with the economy. Although taste is still the number one concern, but price rose from fourth to second from 2007 to 2008. Even so, in 2008, personal health and nutrition placed third and fourth.

Daniels said this is in line with an overall increased awareness about healthy fats, especially Omegas. Consumers understand they are healthier, he said, but they do not understand the difference between Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omega-9. The study showed that some consumers think Omega-9 is healthier because it has a higher number.

Daniels also said that the consumers who are more likely to choose healthier oils are those who experience a specific life occurrence. The triggers can be having children, becoming ill and even aging, as the drivers behind changing to a healthier nutritional behavior pattern.

For the future, Daniels says that healthy oils will play an ever increasing role in weight management, cardiovascular health and cholesterol reduction, provided they meet the three most important criteria—functionality, safety and efficacy.