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Blog Interview: Miss Bellevue Vegan & Hemp History Week

5/27/2015

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Miss Bellevue Vegan Celebrates 6th Annual Hemp History Week : June 1-7, 2015. 

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"Every day, more and more Americans discover the benefits of hemp. This ever-expanding market includes healthy food and body care products, as well as eco-friendly textiles, clothing, auto parts, and building materials. Despite hemp’s growing popularity, and the recent Farm Bill legislation that now permits hemp to be grown for research in states with hemp farming laws in place, the Federal policy for hemp farming – created in the 1930’s is outdated and currently prevents U.S. farmers from widely growing this nutritious, versatile, and eco-friendly crop." - Hemp History Week


As more and more Americans support the health and environmental benefits of hemp products, hemp farming promises economic opportunity for farmers and manufacturers. I had the opportunity to do a blog interview with Hemp History Week, where they addressed the most common questions around industrial hemp. 

Miss Bellevue Vegan is celebrating Hemp History Week June 1-7 by providing you with an excellent Q & A session addressing the common questions people have around hemp. After reading the interview below, hopefully you will #GETYOURHEMPON! 
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The Interview

 
MBV: What are the goals for Hemp History Week in relation to growing awareness of the health benefits of hemp?
 
HHW: Hemp History Week’s goal as a nation-wide education campaign that aims raise awareness about the benefits of hemp products—both environmental benefits of hemp products like soaps and clothing, as well as the abundant health and nutritional benefits. Hemp is an excellent plant-based source of protein, as well as essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 6. We want conscious consumers to be aware that hemp is more than an industrial crop—that you can eat your hemp via hemp oil, hemp protein powder in smoothies, hemp yogurt, hemp drinks, hemp desserts, hemp milk, hemp cereals, even hemp tofu!

MBV: How has the superfood market expanded with hemp? 

HHW: Hemp is one of the fastest growing categories in the natural grocery sector. Hemp foods have amazing health benefits as they contain the optimal levels of Omegas 3 and 6, and all 10 essential amino acids, which are crucial for healthy muscle and brain development. Because hemp is available in such a variety of ways, it has really exploded as a ‘superfood’ that can be used in a wide array of recipes, and also because more and more consumers are realizing the benefits of a plant-based diet.

MBV: What's the easiest way to start including hemp seeds in someone’s daily diet?

HHW: Sprinkle hemp seeds on everything! Adding hemp seeds to cereals and salads is a good way to start—but once you fall in love with the nutty, earthy flavor you’ll come up with creative ideas for your own hemp seed recipes! For example, we like to make a hemp pesto, with hemp seeds instead of pine nuts.

MBV: What are the common misunderstandings consumers present? 

HHW: The most common misunderstanding that consumers have about hemp is that it is the same as marijuana. Both hemp and marijuana come from Cannabis sativa L., however hemp is a variety of cannabis that has been cultivated to have negligent THC content (less than 0.3% by dry weight) whereas marijuana has been cultivated to produce a much greater content of THC (upwards of 20%). Hemp foods, soaps and clothing cannot give a person the ‘high’ or therapeutic effects associated with marijuana.

MBV: What are the differences between hemp and marijuana?

HHW: Both hemp and marijuana come from the same species of plant, Cannabis sativa L., however hemp and marijuana are vastly different—both in appearance, as well as their uses and applications. Industrial hemp is the non-psychoactive, low-THC, oilseed and fiber varieties of Cannabis sativa. Hemp has absolutely no recreational drug value. Section 7606 of the Farm Bill defines industrial hemp as "the plant Cannabis sativa L. and any part of such plant, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis." Grown for fiber and oilseed, hemp is among the longest cultivated crops in human history; its early uses included papermaking from the fiber of the hemp stalk.

Conversely, marijuana refers to the flowering tops of varieties of Cannabis sativa L. that are cultivated to yield high amounts of THC content, and are intended for medical and recreational drug use. 

MBV: How do you see hemp growing as a supplement and staple in the Omega Fatty Acid market?

HHW: Hemp is a perfect food to demonstrate the fact that we can get our necessary nutrients, such as Omegas 3 and 6, from a healthful, whole-food approach to eating—rather than rely on supplement capsules to fill in the nutritional blanks left by a diet of processed foods, fast foods, etc.

MBV: How can consumers help promote Hemp History Week?

HHW: Everyone should visit the take action and events section of the Hemp History Week website to find and share local grassroots events to attend in your hometown. All sorts of exciting events—from hemp documentary film screenings, to special hemp menus as local restaurants, to hemp lobby days at your local state legislature—will be happening in all 50 states. We would also love to see your hemp food and recipe photos on Hemp History Week’s Facebook and our twitter, @HempHistoryWeek
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When Should You Retire Running Shoes?

5/13/2015

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As a runner, it’s always a bitter sweet moment when you retire your old sneakers and bring in the new ones. All of the miles, trails, thoughts, scenery, conversations with yourself, and quiet time you and your sneakers enjoyed together are priceless, however parting ways is necessary as your running kicks aren’t built to last forever.

How do you know if yours are ready for retirement or if they still have some solid mileage left in them? Logging miles in worn-out sneakers not only slows you down, but it can also increase your risk of injury.
Mileage Adding Up: Everyone is Different

Numbers wise, a good running shoe should last you between 400 and 600 miles. The exact number is different for every runner as it really depends on factors like build, style of running, and weight. For example, smaller runners, or more efficient runners who are light on their feet, often won’t do as much damage to their shoe and can get a little more mileage out of them. Bigger runners, or runners who pound the pavement with harsh force, will likely be at the lower end of the mileage range.
 
Keep track of your mileage by entering the date you bought your pair in a training log or by using a Sharpie to write the date on your shoe.

I am able to get around 600+ miles out of my shoes. I run 120 miles month on average, therefore I reinvest in a new pair between four and five months. As a rule, you want to begin breaking in your new pair and rotate with the two for a few weeks before you retire your old pair.

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Is The Tread Gone?

Main goal of tread: To provide traction whether you’re on a hot paved road or a rugged, technical trail.

Over time the rubber on the bottom outsole (shoe comes in contact with the ground from heel to toe) wears away just like the rubber on your car tires.

Pay attention to: “bald spots” on the outsole where rubber has worn off.
How about the Shock Absorption?

It can be difficult to tell with the midsole foam, which is the part of the shoe that gives your legs that “springy” feeling with each step.
Pay attention to deterioration by placing your shoes on a flat table and examining them from behind. 

Two Pairs Are Better Than One

Your sneakers need rest! Why? The midsole foam needs time to return to its original shape.  The more compressed the foam, the more strain on your feet and lower legs with each step. If you mix up your running with trail running, having a pair of trail runners helps with this!
    
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Orthotics?

YES! A must for better foot health, better running and longer life of your shoes! If you happen to live in the Seattle area, Dr. Happy Feet (AKA Kelly Timmons) is incredible! Kelly is a great guy and actually fits ski boots to some pretty famous Olympic skiers, so you can bet he knows what he’s doing.  He also does custom fitting for the feet, including full custom orthotics. He fits ski boots, but he can also fit snowboarding, inline skating, cycling, hiking, running, soccer, and pretty much all footwear to your feet. Call (206) 547-7879 for an appointment.

 

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Don't Throw Away Your Old Sneakers


Donate: 
Send them to an organization that'll put them to good use. Soles4Souls's tagline is "Saving the world — one pair at a time." This organization takes your tired but "gently worn" sneakers and finds needy feet to fill them. You can drop off your pairs at a location near you.

Recycle: 
Turn your old shoes into something new. Nike Reuse-a-Shoe takes all brands of sneakers that are beyond "gently worn" and turns them into a recycled product known as Nike Grind, which is used to make tracks, indoor basketball courts, fields, and playgrounds. Just drop off your retired sneakers at a participating Nike store. Also checkout local sports stores, such as REI, that accept shoes for recycling.

Reuse: 
Keep an old pair of sneakers around for mowing the grass or days when you're running or walking in the rain or on muddy trails. Some people even use old shoes as plant potters — GO GREEN! Fill a disinfected shoe with soil and grow some basil or cilantro on your deck or windowsill.

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"New running shoes are exciting! Pumped after logging in new miles with my new Brooks Ghost 7!" - Kristin 
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Green Powered Overnight Oats Ⓥ

5/4/2015

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Green superfood oats! Nutrient-rich: vitamins, minerals, fiber, amino acids, enzymes. Enjoy for a power-packed vegan breakfast! I make this often the night before an early morning hike.
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Ingredients

1 large handful fresh spinach or kale
1 large ripe banana
1.5 tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp chlorella
1 cup plant-based milk
1/3 cup gluten-free oats

Directions

  1. Blend together the spinach, chia seeds, banana, chlorella and plant-based milk until smooth.
  2. In a bowl, add the oats and then pour the smoothie mixture on top. 
  3. Stir well until combined.
  4. Place in fridge (covered or uncovered) overnight. In the morning, stir well and enjoy.


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    Kristin Wuhrman

    Owner of BEVEGAN® Grassroots Health. Board Certified Holistic Health Coach. AKA Miss Bellevue Vegan. Plant-Based Health Consultant. Vegan Athlete. Outdoor Enthusiast. Outdoor Gear Reviewer. Author. Cotopaxi Local Ambassador. Animal Lover. Dreamer. Believer.


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