Newsletter - December 5, 2023

My dear brothers and sisters,

We drink a toast to you in purple sweet potato juice. It is so alive and vital.It seems to us that in times such as these, we’ve got to exemplify aliveness. 

Tragically enough, last year 50,000 Americans committed suicide. Moreover, the obesity rate is approaching 50%. Imagine! Over 100 million Americans are obese. In our understanding, obesity is not really a matter of appetite; rather, it is manifestation of the loneliness and isolation in which we live.

So we drink a toast to you in purple sweet potato juice in the hope and certainty that you will redeem this nation of strangers.

This week’s sale item is Black Sesame Tahini. We’re pleased to offer $3 off.

Then Ben, our favorite gardener, urges us to keep planting even in the throes of December. Now is the time to plant onions, leeks, garlic and shallots. Its also a good time for micro greens so plant mustard seeds, sunflower seeds and peas.Place the seed trays in a south facing window.Water at least once a day and cover in clear plastic to retain the moisture.

Our Victory Garden Specials this month include:-  Cashew Butter- combine it with tahini and olive oil for a rich, creamy smooth salad dressing. Turmeric and Honey Butter- we urge you to research what people are saying about the benefits of turmeric and honey. Golden Flax Seeds-one serving of flaxseed provides a good amount of protein, fiber, and omega 3 fatty acids. It may help maintain a health weight, and reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.

We offer 10% off (Remember, if you buy 3 or more of any Living Tree manufactured product, you get an additional 10% off!)

Our New Product this month is Black Sesame Butter in a 16 ounce jar. Black sesame seeds contain many important trace minerals, as well as healthy fats that may help lower your risk of heart disease.

We have always regarded fasting as the royal road to vibrant, good health. Dr. Dan Maggs  leads us on a journey exploring nine major benefits of intermittent fasting.

Then, Growfully with Jenna, in her Ohio garden devotes herself to keeping  her precious soil covered during winter with cover crops, mulching with stems of kale and broccoli and other plants  and leaf mulch. What a vibrant Spring she will have when the soil starts stirring back to life.

Please accept our best wishes for a vibrant winter and Spring of good health, prosperity and success to you and family,

Jesse Schwartz PhD
President
Living Tree Community Foods