Tropical Traditions Sales this week: FREE Natural Deodorants, 2 Gallons of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil Only $99.00, 60% OFF Organic Atchara, 50% OFF Coconut Water Vinegar 16 oz., 32% OFF Grass-fed Ground Beef
In this email announcement from Tropical Traditions Healthy Buyer's Club, October 22nd, 2009:
FREE Organic Natural Deodorants ENDS TODAY!
2 Gallons of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil Only $99.00 Ends Sunday!
60% OFF Organic Atchara Ends Sunday!
50% OFF Organic Coconut Water Vinegar 16 oz. Ends Sunday!
NEW SALE: 32% OFF Grass-fed Ground Beef
New Coconut Recipes: Coconut Flour Cocoa Banana Muffins (Gluten Free) - Flourless Coconut Pancakes (Gluten Free) - Gluten-Free Coconut Flour Berry Crepes
Healthy Buyer's Club Discounts:
60% OFF Cases of Skin Exfoliators Ends Sunday!
55% OFF Organic Coconut Water Vinegar Ends Sunday!
58% OFF 3-Gallon Case of Expeller-Pressed Coconut Oil Ends Sunday!
New Created4health.org Article: What is Perfect Knowledge?
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ORGANIC NATURAL DEODORANTS: BUY 1 GET 1 FREE ENDS TODAY!
Tropical Traditions Natural Deodorants are chemical-free, paraben-free, and aluminum-free deodorant roll-ons. Your underarms are one of the most sensitive and absorbent areas of your body, so don't put harmful chemicals into your body through antiperspirants or harmful deodorants! We have three varieties available: Classic, Lavender, and Frankincense. Made from our own organic Virgin Coconut Oil and high-quality organic essential oils from France.
Through today, Thursday, October 22nd only, you can buy one of our Organic Natural Deodorants and get a second one FREE! That's two for the price of one. Order here:
http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/aluminum-free_deodorants.htm?s=b102209
2 GALLONS OF GOLD LABEL VIRGIN COCONUT OIL ONLY $99.00 ENDS SUNDAY!
Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is the same Virgin Coconut Oil that Tropical Traditions has sold for the past 7 years, and has now been enhanced to the point where we have developed even higher standards for the production of this premium Virgin Coconut Oil. It contains the highest levels of antioxidants. While almost all Virgin Coconut Oils sold in the US are mass-produced, Tropical Traditions still produces their Virgin Coconut Oil by hand in small batches by family micro enterprises. Most of them have been producing Virgin Coconut oil for over 6 years. They have learned what it takes to produce the highest quality oil, such as how to hand pick the best coconuts from each harvest.
Their most recent discovery in 2007 came when certain groups in rural areas had problems with water sources. Water is needed to make the coconut milk from which the oil is extracted. Using true Filipino ingenuity, they started collecting and using the pure nutritious coconut water from inside the organic coconuts instead. They noticed that the water separated from the oil much quicker, that less heat was needed at the end, and that less filtering was needed also. The end result was a higher quality and better tasting Virgin Coconut Oil. Independent laboratory analysis shows that this new method produces even higher levels of antioxidants than first tested in 2006 by Professor Dia, which showed our Virgin Coconut Oil to contain higher amounts of antioxidants than any other Virgin Coconut Oil they had tested. So we now require all of our Virgin Coconut Oil producers to use the pure coconut water from their coconuts instead of boiled or purified tap water. This enhanced Virgin Coconut Oil with the highest levels of antioxidants is now our Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil.
Now, through Sunday, October 25th only, you can purchase two gallons of certified organic Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil from Tropical Traditions for only $99! The suggested retail price for two gallons is $220.00! Order here:
http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/virgin_coconut_oil.htm?s=b102209
60% OFF ORGANIC ATCHARA ENDS SUNDAY!
Atchara is a traditional Filipino fermented dish made with unripe raw green papaya, fresh raw ginger root, and other raw ingredients in a vinegar base. As kimchi is to the Koreans, chutney to the Indians, and sauerkraut is to the Germans, so atchara is a traditional fermented dish valued in Philippine culture.
While most of the atchara available in the Philippines is made with distilled vinegar, Tropical Traditions decided to develop its own raw vinegar which is fermented from coconut water - the water inside coconuts. We used the water from the same certified coconuts used to make our Virgin Coconut Oil. After several years of research, we successfully fermented our organic coconut water into a healthy vinegar rich in all the minerals available in coconut water, and stable enough to keep it raw with the mother of vinegar present. This is truly a raw and "live" food that has NOT been pasteurized. The organic ingredients are listed below. All of these ingredients are supplied by small-scale family farmers, so you are supporting families in the Philippines when you purchase Tropical Traditions Atchara.
The High Quality Ingredients Used in Tropical Traditions Atchara
Green Papaya
We start with certified organic unripe green papaya grown by small-scale family farmers in the Philippines. We carefully select the wild variety of "native papaya." Japanese researchers have found that the native Philippine papaya can contain up to four times the amount of papain (a plant-based digestive enzyme) than imported varieties of papaya in the Philippines. The papaya fruit is harvested before it reaches maturity, when enzyme activity is at its highest level, and the fruit is a strong fibrous green. Filipinos often eat unripe green papaya as a vegetable, since sugar content is low in its unripe state. The digestive enzyme papain which is found in papaya has long been used as a plant-based digestive aid in enzyme supplements. Green papaya is also very high in antioxidants. Eating Tropical Traditions Atchara is the best way to eat raw green papaya short of traveling to the tropics and eating it right off the tree. The raw coconut water vinegar preserves the organic raw papaya, as well as the other raw ingredients.
Organic Raw Coconut Water Vinegar
The water inside the coconut shell is packed with nutrients that nourishes the nut as it prepares to germinate and start growing into a new coconut tree, which is exactly what would happen if you let a coconut fall from the tree to the ground and leave it there, given the proper moisture and soil conditions. Coconut water is high in many vitamins and minerals, especially potassium. Because it contains electrolytes, it is considered one of the best natural rehydrating drinks in the tropics. Pasteurized coconut water retains most of the minerals, and is frequently sold as a sports drink. Since fresh coconut water deteriorates so quickly once it is exposed to air, it is best obtained and consumed in the tropics where it can be purchased fresh, with all the nutrients and enzymes in tact. Packaged coconut waters must be pasteurized, destroying some of the nutrients. It has been reported that during World War II coconut water was used in emergencies as IV fluids, since the nutrient-packed water is completely sterile inside the coconut until the hard shell is cracked and it is exposed to air.
In the Philippines and other tropical places, raw coconut water is often left in the open air to ferment, where it eventually turns into a vinegar. The fermentation process enhances the nutrients, unlike heat pasteurization. The acidic environment prevents the growth of undesirable bacteria naturally. Tropical Traditions worked with professors at the University of the Philippines for several years to develop an incubation system that could produce clean coconut water vinegar from our certified organic coconuts (used to make our Virgin Coconut Oil) and retain the mother of vinegar (a colony of bacteria cultures) as a truly raw product. We use the mother of vinegar to inoculate future batches of organic coconut water vinegar.
Organic Whole Muscabado Sugar
We use only certified organic Muscabado whole cane sugar, grown by a cooperative of small scale family farmers in the Philippines. The sugar is also Fair Trade certified. Muscabado sugar is a whole sugar that is extracted from the sugar cane using traditional methods. It contains all the natural nutrients found in raw sugar cane or molasses. Sugar is needed in the fermentation process, and most other atcharas are made with refined white sugar, and the atchara is green in color due to the color of the papaya. Our Muscabado whole cane sugar is a deep brown in color, which gives a brown coloring to Tropical Traditions Atchara. The sugar is needed in the fermentation process, and much of it is used up during fermentation. Atchara is not sweet at all.
Organic Raw Ginger Root
Ginger is another ingredient in atchara that is known for aiding digestion. It grows well in tropical climates, and is a popular seasoning herb in many Philippine dishes, mostly cooked. As an ingredient in atchara, it is added raw and is enhanced through fermentation in the raw vinegar. Our source of ginger comes from the remote areas of Mt. Banahaw in the Philippines, far away from large cities and pollution. It is the same area where most of our Virgin Coconut Oil is produced, and the ginger is grown by small-scale family farms.
Native Tagalog Garlic
The native Philippine Tagalog garlic is much smaller than imported garlic, and prized as a much more potent and stronger garlic than larger imported varieties. We use only Tagalog garlic in Tropical Traditions Atchara, and our small-scale family farmers raising this garlic are in the process of becoming certified organic. Garlic has traditionally been known as an immune supporting herb with remarkable nutritional qualities. The Tagalog garlic is known in Asia as one of the most potent native varieties.
Sea Salt
Our sea salt is Philippine sea salt dried from the sea in rural island coastal areas.
Try some Atchara today! Now, through Sunday, October 25th only, you can purchase our Organic Atchara for 60% off the retail price! The normal retail price is $20.00, but now is only $7.99! Order here:
http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/atchara.htm?s=b102209
50% OFF ORGANIC COCONUT WATER VINEGAR 16 OZ. ENDS SUNDAY!
The water inside the coconut shell is packed with nutrients that nourishes the nut as it prepares to germinate and start growing into a new coconut tree, which is exactly what would happen if you let a coconut fall from the tree to the ground and leave it there, given the proper moisture and soil conditions. Coconut water is high in many vitamins and minerals, especially potassium. Because it contains electrolytes, it is considered one of the best natural rehydrating drinks in the tropics. Pasteurized coconut water retains most of the minerals, and is frequently sold as a sports drink. Since fresh coconut water deteriorates so quickly once it is exposed to air, it is best obtained and consumed in the tropics where it can be purchased fresh, with all the nutrients and enzymes in tact. Packaged coconut waters must be pasteurized, destroying some of the nutrients. It has been reported that during World War II coconut water was used in emergencies as IV fluids, since the nutrient-packed water is completely sterile inside the coconut until the hard shell is cracked and it is exposed to air.
In the Philippines and other tropical places, raw coconut water is often left in the open air to ferment, where it eventually turns into a vinegar. The fermentation process enhances the nutrients, unlike heat pasteurization. The acidic environment prevents the growth of undesirable bacteria naturally. Tropical Traditions worked with professors at the University of the Philippines for several years to develop an incubation system that could produce clean coconut water vinegar from our certified organic coconuts (used to make our Virgin Coconut Oil) and retain the mother of vinegar (a colony of bacteria cultures) as a truly raw product. We use the mother of vinegar to inoculate future batches of organic coconut water vinegar.
Organic Whole Muscabado Sugar
We use only certified organic Muscabado whole cane sugar in the fermentation of our vinegar, grown by a cooperative of small scale family farmers in the Philippines. The sugar is also Fair Trade certified. Muscabado sugar is a whole sugar that is extracted from the sugar cane using traditional methods. It contains all the natural nutrients found in raw sugar cane or molasses. Sugar is needed in the fermentation process, and most other vinegars are made with refined white sugar. Our Muscabado whole cane sugar is a deep brown in color, which gives a brown coloring to our vinegar. While the sugar is needed in the fermentation process, it is used up during fermentation and there is no sugar content left in the vinegar.
A Truly Unique Vinegar!
Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Water Vinegar is truly unique and is the first of its kind in the US market! Most vinegars are clear because they are distilled and originally made from white sugar. Our Organic Coconut Water Vinegar is not distilled, but raw. It contains the mother of vinegar. In the Philippines most all commercial vinegars are distilled, and the "coconut vinegars" are not made from the nutrient-packed coconut water from inside the coconut, but from the sap of the coconut tree which is used to make lambanog, an alcoholic drink similar to vodka. These "coconut vinegars" are by-products of the lambanog industry. To make these products, one must harvest the sap of the coconut tree from the coconut flower bud, which would normally become a fruit-bearing coconut. Hence, trees dedicated to harvesting the sap for lambanog and the more common coconut vinegar will never produce coconuts. Tropical Traditions does NOT support coconut products that prevent coconut trees from bearing fruit (this would include "coconut sugar" harvested from the flowering bud of the coconut tree.) Coconut trees in the Philippines have been on the decline for decades, and the coconut oil from coconuts is also now valued as a fuel source in bio-diesel production, resulting in less coconut oil availability as a food source each year. Vinegar made from coconut water, however, does not sacrifice coconuts or coconut oil in its production, as it is collected from mature coconuts which are used to make coconut oil, and the same trees can continue producing coconuts year after year.
Tropical Traditions is the first company to make a truly organic product from the water of organic coconuts which is raw and fermented with fair-trade organic Muscabado whole cane sugar. This is one of the most nutrient-packed and healthiest vinegars you will find anywhere in the world!
Now, through Sunday, October 25th only, you can order a 16 oz. size for 50% OFF the retail price! That's only $4.99 per jar! Order here:
http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/organic_coconut_water_vinegar.htm?s=b102209
NEW SALE: 32% OFF GRASS-FED GROUND BEEF
Grass-Fed Traditions currently supplies 100% grass-fed beef from small-scale family farms in Wisconsin. Our cows are all grass-fed Angus and Galloway (mostly Galloway). How do we define "grass-fed?" The cows are on pasture, not in feed lots eating silage. They are also finished on grass, and do not eat grains at all. We don't process animals in the Winter or early Spring, when they are only eating dry grass. Our animals are eating green grass right up to the time of processing, and are dry aged before packaging. Many sources of "grass-fed" beef today are simply from cows in feedlots eating silage year round.
The CLA Advantage
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is a naturally occurring free fatty acid found mainly in meat and dairy products in small amounts. CLA was discovered by accident in 1978 by Michael W. Pariza at the University of Wisconsin while looking for mutagen formations in meat during cooking. The most abundant source of natural CLA is the meat and dairy products of grass-fed animals. Research conducted since 1999 shows that grazing animals have from 3-5 times more CLA than animals fattened on grain in a feedlot. Simply switching from grain-fed to grass-fed products can greatly increase your intake of CLA. (Dhiman, T. R., G. R. Anand, et al. (1999). "Conjugated linoleic acid content of milk from cows fed different diets." J Dairy Sci 82(10): 2146-56.)
Omega 3's
Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid for human growth and development. We must have it to be healthy. Grass-finished beef is a great source for this essential nutrient. The source of Omega 3 is the green leaves of plants. When cattle eat their natural diet, beef becomes a great source of Omega 3. Grain is not a rich source of Omega 3, so standard, cattle-finishing practices cause the Omega 3 level to decrease dramatically.
Galloway Cattle
Galloway cattle are an ancient breed that originated in the rugged hill country of southwestern Scotland. They are related to the Angus which was developed in northeastern Scotland. While the Angus was selected for rapid growth on better feed, the Galloway was selected for its ability to thrive on poor forage in a cold wet climate. They were first imported to the states in the 1850s. They are still rare in North America, and worldwide only number about 10,000. Their popularity is now increasing with the renewed interest in grass-fed and grass-finished beef.
The Galloway, unrivaled as a grazing breed, utilizes coarse grasses frequently shunned by other breeds. They have the ability to produce a high quality beef product directly from grass. Due to the breed's naturally dense, insulating coat the Galloway does not layer on excessive outside fat. Results of a multi-breed research project conducted by a Canadian Government Experiment Station, reveal that the Galloway ranks second only to the Buffalo in hair density tests. The robust, hardy nature of the Galloway is especially suited for northern harsh climates. The claim that Galloway beef is juicy, tender, and flavorful is substantiated in recent USDA tests of Galloway crossbreds, when compared with eleven other breeds. Results of the Cycle IV Germ Plasm Evaluation (GPE) Program at the USDA Meat Animal Research Center (MARC), Clay Center, Nebraska, showed the Galloway crosses placing at the top of the chart for flavor, juiciness and tenderness.
Now, through Thursday, October 29th only, you can purchase 12 lbs. of grass-fed ground beef for only $69.00! That is 32% OFF the retail price, and only $5.75 lb. plus shipping!! Order here:
http://www.grassfedtraditions.com/grass_fed_beef.htm?s=b102209
NEW COCONUT RECIPES
Visit our FREE Coconut Recipes website where we add new recipes daily! http://freecoconutrecipes.com/ Subscribe to the blog to receive new recipes each week, as well as tips and advice!
New Recipes entered recently:
Coconut Flour Cocoa Banana Muffins (Gluten Free) - http://snipr.com/smty5
Flourless Coconut Pancakes (Gluten Free) - http://snipr.com/smtxm
Gluten-Free Coconut Flour Berry Crepes - http://snipr.com/smtwy
Successful recipes submitted through our recipe submission form earn coupons for FREE Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil! Do you have a favorite coconut recipe that you have created and used successfully? Or do you have a picture of one of our recipes that you made? You could earn a free quart (per recipe) of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil by submitting it here: http://www.freecoconutrecipes.com/recipe_submission.cfm
HEALTHY BUYER'S CLUB SPECIALS THIS WEEK (Paid membership required)
60% OFF CASES OF SKIN EXFOLIATORS ENDS SUNDAY!
Our 6 jar case of Skin Exfoliators retails for $101.70, and the normal club member discount is $56.50. But now, through http://www.healthybuyersclub.com/weekly_sales.cfm?s=bSKE102209
55% OFF ORGANIC COCONUT WATER VINEGAR 32 OZ. ENDS SUNDAY!
A case of 12 of our 32 oz. Organic Coconut Water Vinegar retails for $222.00, and our normal club discount is $150.00. But now, through Sunday, October 25th, you can purchase a case for only $99.00!
http://www.healthybuyersclub.com/weekly_sales.cfm?s=bCWV102209
58% OFF CASES OF 3 NON-CERTIFIED EXPELLER-PRESSED COCONUT OIL GALLONS ENDS SUNDAY!
A case of three gallons of Expeller Pressed Coconut Oil retails for $180.00, and our normal club discount is $99.00. But now, through Sunday, October 25th, you can purchase a case for only $75.00!
http://www.healthybuyersclub.com/weekly_sales.cfm?s=bECO102209
NEW DEVOTIONAL ON CREATED4HEALTH.ORG
This week: What is Perfect Knowledge?
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NOTE:
The Healthy Buyer's Club is a service provided by Tropical Traditions, Inc., and the Healthy Buyer's Club website is the online store for purchasing all Tropical Traditions, Grass-Fed Traditions, and Household Traditions products. A paid membership is NOT required to purchase these retail products. A paid membership in the Healthy Buyer's Club provides one with access to bulk discount prices: http://www.healthybuyersclub.com/join.cfm
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Tropical Traditions
