April 29, 2010
Support Jamie’s Revolution, Lure Whole Foods Market to Huntington
By Tony Rutherford
Huntingtonnews.net Reporter
Huntington, WV (HNN) -- First, Jamie Oliver attacked the fatty processed foods we devour, suggesting we learn to cook basics from scratch. Now, nearly 1,000 people have signed on in support of “Bring a Whole Foods Market to the Huntington Area” on Facebook.
Whole Foods Market emphasize organic foods. That means, for example, fresh fruits and vegetables grown without the use of long-lasting chemical pesticides and fertilizers. They do meat the old-fashioned way --- no animal byproducts, no antibiotics in the animal’s feed, and no added hormones.
Judging from the Facebook entries, area residents have a lot of enthusiasm for Whole Foods Market and a similar styled grocer, Trader Joe’s, both of which stress healthy and organic foods. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=116111798417905&v=info.
Actually, adjectives become tricky, when characterizing what is NOT in the food.
“We search for the highest quality, least processed, most flavorful and natural foods possible because we believe that food in its purest state --- unadulterated by artificial additives, sweeteners, colorings and preservatives --- is the best tasting and most nutritious food there is,” their web site states.
WHAT DOES ‘ORGANIC’ MEAN?
Organic agriculture is a production method that emphasizes the use of renewable resources and the conservation of soil and water to enhance environmental quality. Organic food products are produced using:
· Agricultural management practices that promote healthy eco-systems and prohibit the use of genetically engineered seeds or crops, sewage sludge, long-lasting pesticides, herbicides or fungicides.
· Livestock management practices that promote healthy, humanely treated animals by providing organically-grown feed, fresh air and outdoor access while using no antibiotics or added growth hormones.
· Food processing practices that protect the integrity of the organic product and disallow irradiation, genetically modified ingredients (GMOs) or synthetic preservatives.
TRAVELING TO SHOP
Since organic foods are not readily available in the Huntington market, several Facebook writers travel to Columbus, Virginia, Nashville, or Lexington to shop at either a Whole Foods Market or Trader Joe’s. Several have contacted the chain to suggest that downtown Huntington fits the desired demographics through its close proximity to Marshall University.
No nibbles have been heard from corporate, but Mike Bowen has suggested that Jamie Oliver join the campaign. His actions have turned the attentions of thousands (and theoretically millions of viewers) to the evils of processed and fatty food choices. He persuaded the board of education to expand and experiment with more nutritious school breakfast and lunch menus, he recruited at least 1,000 to cook a meal at his Third Avenue kitchen, and succeeded in having Kroger expand its in store offerings.
“Jamie Oliver has been in Huntington promoting a healthier way of eating and our people are so excited to follow his plan and ideas, but we desperately need a Whole Foods Market where we can buy the foods and produce to help us carry out Jamie’s plans for the change in our way of cooking,” wrote Nancy Barbour-Riley.
Kasey Pelphrey Stewart wrote that in Chicago there’s a store down the street from her. “I”ve never seen such an amazing store with such healthy products. It’s a bit more expensive, but Huntington and the Tri-State area would really benefit from a store like this,” Stewart wrote.
Others have written about the “amazing choices of healthy foods” and how they enhance finding the right healthy foods for people dieting.
And, according to a post from Sherry Phillips, apparently the regular visits to a Columbus, Ohio, Trader Joe’s had spurred some interest. “Last time there the manager said they were looking into this area because of lots of customers asking for one closer.”
THIRD AND NINTH DELI COMING
Oliver’s enthusiasm has prompted local entrepreneurs to open a deli-market in May across from Pullman Square. The venture will offer fresh foods such as produce, herbs, milk, eggs and sundry items.
Or, another poster suggested “go to the farmer’s market. There are TONS of fresh, locally grown foods on ‘market row’ (7th Avenue) and the Farmer’s Market (14th St. West). Of course, you have to “learn to can and freeze your own fresh veggies,” Debbie Annett wrote.
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Support Jamie’s Revolution, Lure Whole Foods Market to Huntington
By Tony Rutherford
Huntingtonnews.net Reporter
Huntington, WV (HNN) -- First, Jamie Oliver attacked the fatty processed foods we devour, suggesting we learn to cook basics from scratch. Now, nearly 1,000 people have signed on in support of “Bring a Whole Foods Market to the Huntington Area” on Facebook.
Whole Foods Market emphasize organic foods. That means, for example, fresh fruits and vegetables grown without the use of long-lasting chemical pesticides and fertilizers. They do meat the old-fashioned way --- no animal byproducts, no antibiotics in the animal’s feed, and no added hormones.
Judging from the Facebook entries, area residents have a lot of enthusiasm for Whole Foods Market and a similar styled grocer, Trader Joe’s, both of which stress healthy and organic foods. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=116111798417905&v=info.
Actually, adjectives become tricky, when characterizing what is NOT in the food.
“We search for the highest quality, least processed, most flavorful and natural foods possible because we believe that food in its purest state --- unadulterated by artificial additives, sweeteners, colorings and preservatives --- is the best tasting and most nutritious food there is,” their web site states.
WHAT DOES ‘ORGANIC’ MEAN?
Organic agriculture is a production method that emphasizes the use of renewable resources and the conservation of soil and water to enhance environmental quality. Organic food products are produced using:
· Agricultural management practices that promote healthy eco-systems and prohibit the use of genetically engineered seeds or crops, sewage sludge, long-lasting pesticides, herbicides or fungicides.
· Livestock management practices that promote healthy, humanely treated animals by providing organically-grown feed, fresh air and outdoor access while using no antibiotics or added growth hormones.
· Food processing practices that protect the integrity of the organic product and disallow irradiation, genetically modified ingredients (GMOs) or synthetic preservatives.
TRAVELING TO SHOP
Since organic foods are not readily available in the Huntington market, several Facebook writers travel to Columbus, Virginia, Nashville, or Lexington to shop at either a Whole Foods Market or Trader Joe’s. Several have contacted the chain to suggest that downtown Huntington fits the desired demographics through its close proximity to Marshall University.
No nibbles have been heard from corporate, but Mike Bowen has suggested that Jamie Oliver join the campaign. His actions have turned the attentions of thousands (and theoretically millions of viewers) to the evils of processed and fatty food choices. He persuaded the board of education to expand and experiment with more nutritious school breakfast and lunch menus, he recruited at least 1,000 to cook a meal at his Third Avenue kitchen, and succeeded in having Kroger expand its in store offerings.
“Jamie Oliver has been in Huntington promoting a healthier way of eating and our people are so excited to follow his plan and ideas, but we desperately need a Whole Foods Market where we can buy the foods and produce to help us carry out Jamie’s plans for the change in our way of cooking,” wrote Nancy Barbour-Riley.
Kasey Pelphrey Stewart wrote that in Chicago there’s a store down the street from her. “I”ve never seen such an amazing store with such healthy products. It’s a bit more expensive, but Huntington and the Tri-State area would really benefit from a store like this,” Stewart wrote.
Others have written about the “amazing choices of healthy foods” and how they enhance finding the right healthy foods for people dieting.
And, according to a post from Sherry Phillips, apparently the regular visits to a Columbus, Ohio, Trader Joe’s had spurred some interest. “Last time there the manager said they were looking into this area because of lots of customers asking for one closer.”
THIRD AND NINTH DELI COMING
Oliver’s enthusiasm has prompted local entrepreneurs to open a deli-market in May across from Pullman Square. The venture will offer fresh foods such as produce, herbs, milk, eggs and sundry items.
Or, another poster suggested “go to the farmer’s market. There are TONS of fresh, locally grown foods on ‘market row’ (7th Avenue) and the Farmer’s Market (14th St. West). Of course, you have to “learn to can and freeze your own fresh veggies,” Debbie Annett wrote.
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