farmers and artisans are now able to reach a fresh crop of customers through Green B.E.A.N., and the effects are positive for everyone involved. “What we’re most proud of is that we’ve been able to see the companies that we’ve partnered with grow,” Ewer says. “Local farmers and artisans thrive from the direct support of the delivery service, and so it has a very positive impact; it allows them to reach a larger market and reach 10,000 customers if they want to.” “B.E.A.N.” represents the four cornerstones of the company: Biodynamic, Education, Agriculture, and Nutrition. Ewer and Blessing bring their own passions to the dinner table in order to create results that support each of these values. “My personal passion probably lies more on the agriculture side; try to support family farms and give them a support group,” Ewer explains. “And my wife, she has a master’s in nutrition, so she works more along the lines of people eating healthy, trying to build a company that provides healthy food for individuals and makes it a little bit more convenient to eat healthy.” Blessing’s blog, Healthy Times, is linked to the company’s website, featuring recipes, news, and nutrition articles. Meanwhile, Ewer’s agricultural aspirations have led Green B.E.A.N. to launch and manage two of its own farms: one near Indianapolis and a new one just outside of Cincinnati called Feel Good Farm. “We want people to support community-supported agriculture programs if that’s what’s right for them,” Ewer says. “Go to the farmer’s market if that’s what you’re into. Pick out the local foods or items out of your local grocery store. Support a co-op within your community, or support a company like ours.” Visit greenbeandelivery.com for more information.
{BEAUTY LERT} by elle morris
OLDER AND WISER
Another year has gone by and suddenly you’re seeing lines that weren’t there before. Crow’s feet have suddenly appeared, bearing witness to all your smiles in life. The creases in your forehead are now visible for the world to see how much you’ve furrowed your brow in deep thought. Some of us embrace these badges of maturity while others are determined to go down swinging in the fight with aging. If you are the woman who wants to fight aging without intrusive intervention, there are several treatments that, when used regularly, can provide the results you are looking for. Facials such as The Woodhouse Spa’s (513-891-4772) “Advanced AntiAging Facial” can help battle the ravages of time; and if you want to up the ante, go for their “Rejuvenating Microdermabrasion.” In order to ensure optimal results, both treatments should be done regularly (ask your facialist how often). For those of us who are willing to go “deeper,” injectables are a terrific option. For those pesky crow’s feet and brow creases, Botox is like real-life Photoshop: after 10-14 days they are either gone or diminished. For deeper lines (such as your nasolabial folds), fillers such as JUVÉDERM XC or Restylane can do the job beautifully. Injectables are not without risk though, so make sure you are aware of them. Also, I would strongly advise that you see a plastic surgeon such as Dr. Allison Holzapfel at Mangat-Kuy-Holzapfel (513-984-3223) for these procedures. She’s done a terrific job for me! Advice from the VP & General Manager of LPK Beauty The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of Libby, Perszyk, Kathman Inc. or any of its affiliates.
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