JULY 2023
My New Roots Monthly Hi dear one, It's July! Can you believe it?! As I warmly embrace summer in all her glory, what better time to dive into the refreshing world of cucumbers. You may be surprised to learn that cucumbers are actually a fruit (though most call them a vegetable), and while these fruits may seem unassuming at first glance, they're actually quite rich in essential nutrients! It's true that these cooling fruits are made up of about 96% water, making cucumbers the OG hydration heroes! But they're more than just a vessel for water, they also provide a dose of vitamin A, vitamin K, and important minerals like calcium, potassium, and magnesium that are especially beneficial for strengthening our bones! Traditionally, cucumbers have been used in Ayurvedic medicine to naturally relieve bouts of constipation. Their high magnesium levels help to hydrate the gut while their teeny-tiny seeds work their magic to reduce heat within the body. These wonders, along with other electrolytes cukes bring to the table, keep our digestive systems running seamlessly - let's celebrate THAT! Want to know another cool fact? Cucumbers contain special polyphenols called lignans and studies have shown that these compounds interact with C-reactive protein levels, working to lower LDL cholesterol, aka: the kind that's best in lower numbers. These wondrous fruits truly love on our bodies by fighting free radical damage, reducing inflammation, and naturally slow the aging process caused by oxidative stressors. There are dozens of cucumber varieties found all over the world, such as English, Lemon, Japanese, and Armenian cucumbers to name just a few. And believe it or not, they're actually quite versatile fruits, pairing well in fresh salads, morphing into pickles, starring in tzatziki, cold soups, nourishing smoothies / juices, cucumber rolls, and summer salsa... psst: keep scrolling for a rad new recipe. These are just a few examples of the many health benefits we receive from cucumbers and the easy ways we can begin to, or continue to, regularly incorporate them into our lives! I hope you find a new recipe or two this month highlighting cucumbers, and show these fruits some overdue love. Sending you summer warmth and cooling cucumbers, xo, Sarah B | | ANNOUNCEMENT
Did You Hear About Grow Tiers?
We recently launched our newest Grow membership options: Seed, Sprout, and Blossom! What does this mean? You can now pick and choose what you'd like to receive from Grow and interact with the content that feels most helpful for you! At $5 USD / month, our Seed members get access to all of Grow's recipes, that's 300+ recipes to choose from, and growing every week! As a Seed member, you'll receive a new recipe each week, straight to your inbox. At $13 USD / month, our Sprout members enjoy all of the benefits of Seed, along with all written content like nutritional articles, lifestyle support, the MNR print shop, and access to the monthly virtual Grow Hangs with me! If you learn best by reading and digesting written material, Sprout is perfect for you. At our highest tier of $17 USD / month, Blossom members enjoy all the goodness Grow has to offer! Recipes, interviews, lectures, nutritional articles, cooking classes, live Grow Hangs, and so much more. If you've been in Grow for a while now, congrats, you're already a Blossom member! :) If you're interested in joining Grow, but not sure which tier is best for you, write to my team and I at info@mynewrootsgrow.life and we'll be sure to find the spot in Grow that feels the most nourishing and supportive for you and your lifestyle. | | CUCUMBER SEASON
Green Goddesses | | We can't talk about cucumbers without recognizing their wonderful alkalizing properties! Our bodies maintain tight control over our blood pH levels, ideally just above 7. Anything below this value is considered acidic, anything above is considered alkaline. If our bodies creep into the world of acidity, health problems may dial up - we're talking inflammation, reduced immune function, acid reflux, SIBO, joint pain, and more. These green wonders are highly alkaline which may help to balance our pH levels when they're on the rise. Incorporating these fruits in our diet is especially beneficial if we're consuming high amounts of acid-forming foods like processed meats, caffeine, alcohol, refined grains, sugary foods, and rancid oils, among many others.
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