Clarks Nutrition and Natural Foods Markets

Gluten Free

What does following a gluten-free diet mean? That you're embarking on an easy diet with a wide range of health-promoting effects. Instead of dwelling on what you’re giving up, consider that you’re going to enjoy a whole new world of delicious food options to meet your special dietary needs. You’ll be eating seasonally, choosing more fresh fruits and vegetables, focusing on meats, seafood, poultry, legumes, lentils, corn, and rice, and discovering fascinating ancient grains such as quinoa, amaranth, and millet. You’ll be able to eat potatoes, eggs, most cheeses, even chocolate (!)—and enjoy them without guilt because you’ll be taking good care of your body. In fact, you’ll probably end up eating—and feeling—better than ever!

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We carry a large variety of gluten free items, the brands listed below represent just some of the offerings we carry

Raw Foods

“Raw” is all the rage these days, but what does it mean to eat raw? And is it possible to get enough protein and other nutrients while following a raw diet?

Raw foods are those that have not been heated above 108°F to 118°F

Raw, defined

Most raw foodists eat only plant-based (vegan) foods, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, and seaweed. Raw foods are those that have not been heated above 108°F to 118°F, depending on who you talk to. The logic behind this is that many of the nutrients in foods are extremely sensitive to heat. This is especially true of the water-soluble vitamins, like the B-vitamins, folate, and vitamin C. As Katie McDonald, a raw food chef and certified Holistic Health Coach in Rhode Island puts it, “The more you do to a food, the less it does for you.”

Raw food advocates also look to the enzyme content of raw foods, saying that cooking destroys delicate enzymes that could otherwise go toward improving the digestion of the foods you’re eating.

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In addition to our always fresh produce, we carry many more raw foods throughout our stores. Look for these brands and our Raw Foods section for more.

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Consider Jumping Rope for Extra Strength

If you haven’t jumped rope since elementary school, now may be a good time to pick it up again. According to Scott Caulfield, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the National Strength and Conditioning Association, who was interviewed by the Wall Street Journal, jumping targets your quads, hamstrings, calves, and glutes, and can also help your body absorb force. Jumping belongs to a group of exercises called plyometrics—quick, short exercises that tone your stretch reflex. This toning can give you strength during bursts of movement, like when you lunge to catch a ball or catch yourself before you trip. So, if you’re ready to add some bounce to your step, dust off your jump rope and keep these tips in mind:

Start slow. A jump rope is a good starting place since it requires jumps that are relatively close to the ground. After you’ve mastered the jump rope, you might want to try jumping onto steps. Start with lower ones and progress to higher ones once you’re ready.
Find form. Good form is important to avoid injury while jumping. Try to keep your body straight, with shoulders over knees and knees over toes. Land on the balls of your feet and bend at your knees and hips to absorb the landing. It might also be a good idea to consult a personal trainer when you’re getting started, to ensure your jumping form is correct.

Source: Wall Street Journal

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