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American Premium Blends
American Premium Blends® Electronic Newsletter || May 2008 || Volume 7

American Premium Blends®: National Women's Health Week

Hello Dear Friends,

The 9th annual National Women's Health Week will kick off on Mother's Day, May 11, 2008 and will be celebrated until May 17, 2008. National Women's Check-Up Day will be Monday, May 12, 2008.

National Women's Health Week empowers women across the country to get healthy by taking action. The nationwide initiative, coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women's Health (OWH), encourages women to make their health a top priority and take simple steps for a longer, healthier and happier life. During the week, families, communities, businesses, government, health organizations and other groups work together to educate women about steps they can take to improve their physical and mental health and prevent disease, like:

  • Engaging in physical activity most days of the week
  • Making healthy food choices
  • Visiting a healthcare provider to receive regular check-ups and preventive screenings
  • Avoiding risky behaviors, like smoking and not wearing a seatbelt

For more information, please visit:
http://www.4woman.gov/

- The American Premium Blends® Team
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Wish mom a Happy Mothers Day
Try the Award Winning Hotel Grill

This year show your mom how much she means to you. Celebrate Mother's Day with one of the American Premium Blends® Cherry enhanced - award winning plates at the Hotel Grill in downtown Trenton. Enjoy the relaxing & comfortable setting of an opulent historic turn of the century home while indulging in a fine meal.

Call today to make your reservation.
(734)671-5676

www.trentonhotelgrill.com

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Congratulations to the winner of a free 16oz bottle of American Premium Blends!

Nancy Henderson
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American Premium Blends®
Mission Statement



American Premium Blends® was founded with one goal in mind:

Make high quality products that promote and support a healthy lifestyle.

We are committed to:
  • Creating the highest quality natural products with a continued pledge to use wholesome, natural ingredients, while incorporating business practices that respect the Earth and the environment.
  • Using raw materials sourced from the United States of America.
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American Premium Blends®
Natural Health Tip of the Month*

Health Benefits of Cherries
Red Cherry Contains Rich Source of Anthocyanin Antioxidants
from Suite101

Recent studies confirm that tart cherries reduce inflammation and pain and offer protection against neurodegenerative diseases.

As a follow-up to several earlier studies, researchers have confirmed that tart red cherries (Prunus cerasus) offer benefits for patients with autoimmune neurodegenerative and connective tissue diseases, particularly rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes. Studies show that tart red cherries reduce pain and inflammation. These effects are caused by plant phytochemicals known as anthocyanins.

The Evidence

Scientists at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore discovered that the anthocyanins in tart cherries effectively reduced painful inflammation in an experimental animal model comparable to that obtained with the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, indomethacin. The researchers believe that this effect may stem from the ability of anthocyanins to reduce oxidative stress, which is a major cause of autoimmune disease.

In a related study, researchers demonstrated that tart cherry anthocyanins may help prevent muscle pain related to intensive exercise. Young men who incorporated tart cherry juice into their daily diet experienced decreased symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damage. In addition, cherries may offer protection against gout, a painful inflammatory condition caused by urate crystals infiltrating joint fluid.



Food Sources

The benefits of tart cherries are found in fresh, frozen, canned or juice forms of cherries. High levels of anthocyanins are found in both tart and sweet cherries. In one study, women who ate two servings of Bing cherries daily experienced decreased markers of inflammation and reduced serum urate levels. However, tart cherries offer far more benefits than sweet cherries. Tart cherries are very rich sources of anthocyanins whereas sweet cherries have lower amounts.

Tart cherries include the Montmorency and Balaton varieties and are produced primarily in Michigan. In general, the darker the cherry color, the higher the anthocyanin content. The Fruit Advantage Tart Cherry dietary supplement is another rich source of tart cherry, containing 1200 mg/serving.

Researchers believe that the pain relief associated with cherries may not come from a specific antioxidant in the cherries, but from the synergistic effect of all the natural compounds found in cherries. The skin of the cherries holds most of the essential antioxidants vital to their health benefits.

Tart cherries are also one of the only natural food sources of the hormone melatonin, which is a potent antioxidant with immunomodulating properties. In addition, tart cherries contain phenolic compounds that protect against neurodegeneration. Tart cherries are also rich in vitamin C, and they provide potassium, magnesium, iron, folate, and fiber.

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*FDA Warning:"These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease."
Featured Recipe
Cherry Drizzled Grilled Asparagus Prosciutto Wraps


24 spears of Asparagus
12 slices of Proscuitto
˝ tsp. - Salt
1ľ oz. - Oil
2 cups - Balsamic Vinegar
2 oz. - American Premium Blends®
Cherry Harvest Concentrate

In a 1.5 qt. sauce pan pour 2 cups of Balsamic Vinegar and 2 ounces of the Cherry Harvest Concetrate, bring to a bare simmer and gently reduce until it coats a back of a spoon and drizzles like syrup.

Put trimmed asparagus into a pot of boiling water and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and shock in cold water to stop cooking. Leave for 3 minutes then drain again.

Take a slice of prosciutto and cut it in half , fold it lenghtwise . Place a spear of asparagus on prosciutto and wrap so the aspargas lay flat. Grill it on both sides till prosciutto is slightly crisped . Remove from grill and drizzle with sauce.


Suggested by: Joseph Styke

*Visit our website for more delicious recipes using our concentrates!
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Featured Store
Plum Markes
(2 convenient locations)


Plum Market - Ann Arbor
375 Maple Rd.
Ann Arbor MI, 48103
Phone: 734-827-5000
Website
(Get Directions)

Plum Market - West Bloomfield
3675 West Maple Road
Bloomfield Township MI, 48301
Phone: 248.594.2555
Website
(Get Directions)

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Featured Beverage Recipe
Michigan Cherry Mocha


1 oz. - American Premium Blends®
Cherry Harvest Concentrate
2 shots espresso, hot
12 ounces steamed milk
Whipped cream (optional)

Pour the cherry in the bottom of a mug. Add the hot shots of espresso and swirl the chocolate and syrup together. Pour in steamed milk. Add whipped cream if desired.
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GOING GREEN!!!
Tips on how to Go Green!


Make your own cleaning supplies
Worldwatch Institute, 2008

The big secret: you can make very effective, non-toxic cleaning products whenever you need them. All you need are a few simple ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, lemon, and soap.

Making your own cleaning products saves money, time, and packaging-not to mention your indoor air quality.
*|American Premium Blends® E-Newsletter Vol 7|*

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