Saturday Veggie Free Talk in Santa Cruz

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Dear Friends, It is with great gratitude to all of you who have supported me through the years that I continue to offer my services. Because of your continued support, Michelle, Matt, and I are all able to play fulltime doing what we love.

The theme that speaks to me in 2003 is BALANCE. Spirit is constantly whispering it in my ear. Sometimes ever so quietly, and other times pretty loudly. I am learning that it is important to find balance in our eating, work to play ratio, time spent working on personal growth, and time spent with our family and friends. When one of these areas is out of balance, it reflects strongly in my emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. I find myself feeling less than excellent when I am not giving enough attention to an important area of my life or when I set standards for myself that are too high or worry about the judgments others place on me. It is up to each of us to decide what works and WHAT FEELS GOOD.

That's really what it is all about—feeling good. If eating pizza every day felt good, well then I just might do that. For me, drinking a nice big glass of fresh or powdered green juice in the morning feels good. It helps to alkalize and mineralize my cells, which in turn puts me in a very uplifted and joyful mood—it helps me feel balanced.

Over the years, I have found that my feeling of well-being shifts according to how I am treating my body and whether I am truly loving myself. What helps me find balance is skin brushing daily, practicing Bikram yoga at least 3 times a week, jumping on my Rebounder, drinking green juice, eating fruit daily, eating a nice big green salad daily, getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep, fasting occasionally, conscious indulgences, and making the rest up as I go along. It's always evolving.

Through all the changes, the one thing I can count on, is that my guidance system will keep whispering to me, telling me what I need to do in order to feel good. Sometimes it is through a friend telling me a story or showing me a book, a line in a movie that sticks with me, an uplifiting magazine article, or a motivational audio tape. It is up to me to listen, or not.

This year I choose balance. I choose to follow my bliss, knowing that well-being will follow. When I named my company Pure Joy Living Foods five years ago, I was really listening and was feeling amazing balance. I am finding that balance again and it is Pure Joy!

It is my desire to be available for those in need of a little motivation or support. The most effective way I know to share the path to a balanced, healthy lifestyle is through teaching classes, personal in-home consultations, and making available products and recipes that I believe in. This year, Matt, Michelle, and I are working to bring you new products such as recipe books, Tooth Juice, nut mix, desserts, DVD's presenting beginning through advanced food preparation, classes world wide, and reasonably priced local dinners. I hope we can be of service to you this year.In Love and Pure Joy,Elaina Love

PURE JOY LIVING FOODS(831) 338-1104www.PureJoyLivingFoods.comEvents, Classes and Products for starting your FRESH New year

OPEN HOUSE and FREE TALK this Saturday!January 11th, 1-4 pm at The 418 Cafe', 418 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA (across from the train station downtown. See directions below. For clarification on the day of this event only, call (408) 691-0119) *Try free samples of tasty raw food creations*Meet other raw food enthusiasts*Have an opportunity to purchase raw gourmet vegan salads, entrees and desserts created by Elaina Love and Matt Samuelson (please help us be environmentally conscious by bringing your own to go containers )*Shop for new and time tested products Pure Joy Living Foods offers including Books, Super Foods, Packaged Raw Foods, Kitchen tools, Intestinal cleansers, Rebounders, Dehydrators, Water purifiers and more.FREE 90 minute talk at 2 p.m. on Eating For Vitality, and A Journey to Natural BeautyIn this enlightening talk, Matt and Elaina will share insights on how to enjoy increased vitality while integrating more whole natural foods into your life.We will touch on:EnzymesWeight LossFood CombiningHelpful and necessary fats vs. harmful fatsSimple and satisfying cuisine A day in the life of conscious eating; Empowering strategies to breathe new life into your new year.And Beauty the Natural way using skin brushing (demonstration included) and non toxic, completely edible body care products Driving Directions to 418 Front Street:

Take Hwy 1 North into Santa Cruz.Go left on Mission Avenue (South)Turn Right on Front Street in downtown Santa CruzFollow the street down until you see the bus station on your right. The 418 Cafe' will be on your right. Public parking is available.

2 NEW CLASSES FOR JANUARYA two week series Wednesday, January 15th and 22nd 6-8 pm in Santa Cruz Basics of High Vitality and Conscious EatingThese classes are a realistic approach to incorporating more fresh healthy foods into your diet. While we will be focusing mainly on raw foods, we choose to support and encourage everyone to do what feels good to them whether 5% or 100% of their dietary choices are raw. We choose to focus on a variety of healthy choices both raw and cooked. There are as many ways of eating as there are body and personality types. Our goal is to give you information to help you feel good about your choicesTopics:Enzymes: Why we need them and how to get themProtien...What's Up?Are you Alkaline or Acid?Healthy fats vs. harmful fats Water: Best sources, options and qualityNutritious snacks and eating away from homeHow to have fun with your food choicesFood Combining: What you eat and how you feel afterwardsWeight LossThe Importance of Green Juices and Super FoodsBasics of germinating nuts and seedsCleansing: How and WhyExercise: Finding a blissful routine that motivates you and keeps you fit!Demonstration, Recipes and Samples include: Green Juices, Super Food Almond Milk Shakes, Salads, Pates, Crackers, Apple Pizzas, Avocado Burritos, Savory Seed Mix and Air-popped Herb PopcornInvestment: $35 per class or $60 for both classesPlease send payment to Pure Joy Living Foods, P.O. Box 1095, Capitola, CA 95010 or call (831) 338-1104 to charge on Master Card or Visa (space is limited)In upcoming classes in March and April, we will be covering more topics and recipes. To be added to our mailing list, please send us an email. Info

* * * * * * * * * *COCONUT OIL

Did you know that there are amazing healing properties that can be credited to the humble little coconut? In a Book entitled The Healing Miracles of Coconut Oil, N.D. Bruce Fife has done research that shows amazing results. The following is an excerpt from the book:"If there was an oil you could use for your daily cooking (and raw food preparation) needs that helped protect you from heart disease, cancer and other degenerative conditions, improved your digestion, strengthened your immune system, protected you from infectious illnesses, and helped you lose excess weight, would you be interested? This is what coconut oil can do for you.*Reduces risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease*Reduces risk of cancer and other degererative conditions*Helps prevent bacterial, viral and fungal (including yeast) infections*Supports immune system function*Helps control diabetes*Provides and immediate source of energy*Supports heatlhy metabolic function*Improves digestion*Supplies important nutrients necessary for good health*Supplies fewer calories tahn other fats*Promotes weight loss*Helps prevent osteoperosis*Has a mild delicate flavor*Is highly resistant to spoilage (long shelf life)*Is heat resistant (the healthiest oil for cooking)*Helps keep skin soft and smooth*Helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling of the skin*Helps protect against skin cancer and other blemishes*Functions as a protective antioxidant"

All coconut oil is not the same. The source Pure Joy Living Foods buys from in the Philipines is the absolute best we can find. Matt Samuelson has been there personally and checked on the integrity of San Benito Farms where we purchase our oil. It is indeed raw, completely unfiltered and carefully hand pressed which is a slow, unique process.

Because our most recent order of coconut oil was a large volume, we are able to pass the savings of our Amazing Pure Joy Coconut Oil on to you.Now only 19.95 per 16 oz. jar, 2 or more jars for 18.95 each, a case of 12 for 15.95 each (191.40) and 1 gallon for $100 (only .78 cents an ounce)Here are some recipes to get you started:Blueberry or Cranberry Snow Cookies or SconesMakes 60 cookies or 30 sconesThese freeze well!4 apples3 carrots2 cups pitted dates (packed)4 cups soaked almonds1/2 cup coconut oil (softened but not completely melted)3 cups raisins4 cups shredded coconut3 cups soaked walnuts or pecans (dehydrate them ahead of time for best results)2 cups blueberries or cranberries (frozen work well)2 cups golden flax seeds ground into meal1 tsp. Celtic sea salt3/4 tsp. stevia powder (optional, found in supplement section)2 cups dried apples chopped fine in a food processorPlace the apples, carrots, almonds, and dates in a food processor or run through a Champion juicer alternating the wet items with the nuts and dates (very important).Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.Shape into 2 oz. round cookies or 4 oz. scones using a 1/4 or 1/2 measuring cup.Dehydrate at 105 degrees until desired consistency. Approximately 8 hours.Keep refrigerated if you are keeping them more than 4 days.Enjoy them with Coconut Honey Butter:1/2 cup coconut oil (butter)2 Tbs honey1/8 tsp. Celtic salta very small dash of turmeric for colorMix by hand in a small bowl with a firm spatula or fork. Store at room temp in a glass jar.

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Coconut Oil FudgeGreat Gift Idea!

1 1/2 cups Pure Joy Coconut Oil (liquified by placing in a bowl of hot water)1 1/2 cups Rapadura (a whole unprocessed natural sugar), Sucanat or honey1 cup carob powder or organic cocoa powder1/2 tsp. Celtic sea salt1/8 vanilla bean (scrape the inner beans out with a spoon) or 1 tsp. vanilla extractMelt the coconut oil. If using Rapadura or Sucanat, blend it in a dry blender until it becomes a light powder.Mix all ingredients together in a blender and blend until smooth.

Pour into a large glass lasagna pan or something equivalent in size. Let set up at room temperature (below 70 degrees) or in the refrigerator. Cut into small candy sized pieces. Store in the refrigerator for up to 12 months.

To find out more about the healing benefits of coconut oil, you can get a copy of The Healing Miracles of Coconut oil.

Be sure to visit the updated website for new products and recipes: www.PureJoyLivingFoods.com

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *The 418 Cafe in Santa Cruz, CA is a new restaurant that recently opened in Santa Cruz. They are now providing fresh raw and vegan foods to the public. Pure Joy Living Foods will be holding our Open House there on Saturday, and possibly future events and classes. If you would like to visit the restaurant at another time, we invite you to support this beautiful group of people who are putting their efforts into providing us with more and better choices! The 418 Cafe'418 Front StreetSanta Cruz(831) 466-9770Fresh Organic Food and Live Juice BarOpen Mon-Friday 11 AM-3PM and late on FridaysLocated in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, The 418 Cafe features exquisite living foods cusine, gourmet vegan meals, and fresh-pressed live juices in a relaxed bistro style atmosphere.

All meals are reasonably priced and delicious.

Live Nutmeat Loaf with SaladLive Nori rollsLive PizzaGreen Salad BowlLive House TorteLIve Carrot CAkeLIve Carob TorteCookiesJuicesand moreDriving Directions to 418 Front Street:

Take Hwy 1 North into Santa Cruz.Go left on Mission Avenue (South)Turn Right on Front Street in downtown Santa CruzFollow the street down until you see the bus station on your right. The 418 Cafe' will be on your right. Public parking is available.

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