Slow Food USA "seeks to create dramatic and lasting change in the food system, by reconnecting Americans with the people, traditions, plants, animals, fertile soils and waters that produce our food, and to inspire a transformation in food policy, production practices, and market forces so that they ensure equity, sustainability and pleasure in the food we eat."
So what is slow food? Slow food is "an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members around the world that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment."
The organization has programs that work to educate through school and campus based initiatives, promote local and regional foods, safeguard biodiversity, and connect people around the country with our food and the people who grow it. They also put on events in the local community; such as farm tours, seasonal feasts, film festivals, and taste workshops. The organization has over 200 local chapters located throughout the nation that invite people to join in celebration of slow foods.
If you are interested in learning more about Slow Food USA, about the local chapters and events, or about how to get involved, visit the Slow Food USA Official Website.
Exercise: While I didn't really do a full blown workout today, I did spend four hours teaching swim lessons this morning and that can be exercise in itself. Normally I would have liked to get a good bike ride in this morning… guess that will wait until next weekend.
Eat: A second thing to watch out for when buying bread products is enriched flour. Enriched flour means that the grain has been processed, removing the fiber, essential fatty acids, and most of the vitamins and minerals. Then, the producers attempt to put the nutrients back into the product. By law, only five nutrients have to be added back into the product, and the fiber content cannot be added back in.
Relax: Tonight my grandparents came over, along with Aaron and my friend Bridgette. We all sat down and played a bunch of rounds of Uno. Great game and so much fun!
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