Food, Inc.

Claire's FPIES diagnosis has made me look at food differently.  I've become wary of all processed foods and I'm gravitating towards all things wholesome, organic and sustainable....  And then my husband and I rented "Food, Inc." for yesterday's Blockbuster Date Night.  That sealed the deal...

It's pretty easy to turn your back on unpleasant information because it's easier and more convenient to keep doing what you do. The difference is "Food, Inc." is about the food that we pass between our lips all day, everyday.  I found myself covering my mouth and my eyes numerous times-- and this isn't a horror movie, just a documentary about the food that I serve to my babies.  I encourage everyone to open themselves up to learning about the way in which our country eats and how we got here...  It's far from the diets of our grandparents.

The good thing is there is plenty that we can do to keep our families healthy and encourage positive change for all people.   It's not about giving up all of our luxuries, wearing burlap sacks and eating the same food we feed to our livestock (you definitely wouldn't want to do that).  There are small, inexpensive, changes that you can make that can make a world of a difference.  I, for one, am going to cook a vegetarian entree and a seafood entree once a week.  I am also looking into "buying local" when it comes to produce and (hopefully) meat and poultry.  I have located natural food stores, farms, and green markets around my area that offer many of the foods I would ordinarily purchase at the grocery store, only much fresher and with no pesticides, hormones, or antibiotics.  Lastly, (for now!) I am re-thinking my springtime plans for a few potted vegetable plants and expanding it to a garden that will actually feed us, even on a small scale.  I'm positive it will energize more than just our bodies.

In case you have a little time to surf the 'net---Learn more about eating well in your area at Eat Well Guide .  For more more information about Food, Inc. check out the website and rent the movie. Lastly, if you find yourself at a loss for your next book to read, check out "Food Rules" by Michael Pollan.  It's short, sweet, to the point, and will show you that eating better is a cinch.