Fun Events at Food for Thought!

We thought the best way to spend this summer would be to have a bunch of events that are sure to both inform and entertain you and your family and/or friends! Below are the two events coming up in June!

The Basics: Gluten-Free Living

Gluten-Free Living is the first seminar in "The Basics" series. Topics addressed include: What is gluten? Who leads a gluten-free lifestyle? What can you eat on a gluten-free diet? What about supplements and skincare? Food samples will be provided and the first 50 guests registered will receive a free gluten-free gift bag! UPDATE!!! Chipotle will be catering the event! Mmmmm... gluten-free tacos and chips & guac, anyone?

Celiac Disease is estimated to affect one in every 133 Americans, and every one in seven Americans is believed to have a gluten intolerance. Many leading dietitians are recommending a diet that is, at a minimum, gluten restricted. It is highly likely that you, or someone you know, is leading a gluten-free lifestyle (or should be!).

The Gluten-Free Seminar is Thursday, June 17, from 7-8:30 pm. RSVP is required and seating is limited. The event is free!

Annual Ladies' Night Out

Calling all the ladies! It's one of our favorite events of the year, and we know it's one of yours, too! Ladies' Night Out gives you and your friends a chance to come into the store after hours, have a mixed drink, enjoy some special one-night-only savings, and learn lots about all of the different aspects of a healthier, greener lifestyle!

This year the focuses include aromatherapy, skincare, supplements, organic produce, meat(less) options, and a chance to try out some of our kitchen gadgets! Also included are chair massages and makeovers! Guests receive coupons, handouts and can pick up some goodies along the way. Several raffles will be held throughout the night!

Ladies' Night Out takes place on Tuesday, June 29, from 7-9 pm! RSVP is required and space is limited. The event is free! MUST BE 21 or OLDER!!!

Gluten-Free Tuesday!!!

Reminder: Our "The Basics: Gluten-Free Living" Seminar is on Thursday, June 17!!! Call the store or stop in to register today!!!! Seating is limited and the first 50 guests receive a gluten-free goodie-bag!!!

It's the end of May, the kids are out of school (or will be shortly), the weather is FINALLY getting warm and sunny... Sounds like it's time for a barbecue!!!! With Memorial Day right around the corner (and what we're sure will be a wonderful summer full of fun times hanging around the back patio with friends), all of us at Food for Thought thought it may be helpful to have some guidelines for navigating BBQs safely!

You're safe eating:

• Corn on the cob
• Burgers off the grill (other meats, too, but if they've been marinated (like in BBQ sauce) be wary!)
• Watermelon, strawberries, pineapple... all fruits and veggies!!! Yummy!
• Pure corn tortilla chips (we have lots at the store! Not only are they GF, they taste great and really hold up well to thicker dips, too!)
• Salsa and guacamole
• And, of course, if you would like to have something other than water, lemonade is a safe bet and there are several GF beer options, among others...

Be wary of:

• Potato salad (potatoes are great, the stuff they get mixed with sometimes? Not so much...)
• BBQ sauce, salad dressings, ketchup, mustard (all condiments, really... Better be safe and check the ingredient list! And, if you're a condiment addict like me and can't eat your burger with out ketchup and mustard, bring your own!)
• Beans
• Brats and hotdogs
• Community mixed drinks

Avoid:

• Macaroni salad (unless you made it! Which, by the way, is easy to do with everything available these days!)
• Anything with a bun (or if it was placed on a bun originally...)

Enjoy your barbecues and your Memorial day!!!

The Basics: Gluten-Free Living Seminar

Food for Thought is pleased to present The Basics Seminar Series! The first seminar will cover Gluten-Free Living. Celiac disease is the most under-diagnosed disease in the United States- it is estimated that it affects 1 in every 133 Americans. In addition, it is estimated that 1 in every 7 people has a gluten sensitivity! It can be overwhelming to learn all of the ins and outs of leading a healthy and fulfilling gluten-free lifestyle. To assist individuals on their journey, topics include: What is gluten? Who leads a gluten-free lifestyle? What can you eat on a gluten-free diet? What about gluten-free supplements and skincare? Food samples will be set up around the store and gift bags are available for the first 50 customers.  Chipotle will be providing gluten free catering!

The Basics: Gluten-Free Living Seminar will be held Thursday, June 17, 2010, from 7:00 - 8:30 pm! Seating is limited and an RSVP is required. Call the store at 316/683-6078 or come in to reserve your seat today!

We want YOUR opinion!

Well, it's starting to get to that time of the year again where we are looking at doing a few seminars at the store! We would love to get your input... What are things you want to know more about? Make up? Beauty care (What not to wear)? Supplements? Leave a comment and let us know! Thanks!