flora insider
December 2014
newsletter devoted to the people, purpose, & products of Flora
NEW warehouse for lynden
Lake Padden
Half Marathon Sponsored
Halloween pics and Grand Prize Winner! Flora Insider Newsletter
December 2014
yodeling contest New
Employees
Udo’s oil recipes
Strength, Stamina, Recovery
Rob Krar
Flora Ambassador
Sage Canaday Flora Ambassador
Max King
Flora Ambassador
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Editor’s Note Gratitude…a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation. As we approach the holidays, my heart is overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude, for the team of people I have the opportunity to work with everyday, for the opportunity to work for a company that holds itself to a higher standard, for the retailers we partner with, and for products that truly make a difference in the lives of people around the world. Even in our struggles as a company…no, things aren’t always perfect and mistakes happen, we continue to grow and turn these struggles into new opportunities…opportunities that I’m grateful for. So as you celebrate the holidays with family and friends, I hope you are filled with a sense of gratitude…because a grateful spirit can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Merry Christmas!
Tricia Terpstra Managing Editor and US National Marketing Manager
Flora’s Mission Statement “The mission of Flora is to participate in the continuing evolution of the people on Earth toward universal harmony, peace and perfection by providing products and services for the purification and upliftment of the body and the spirit, and by providing to each person who derives a livelihood with Flora, an opportunity for personal growth and advancement of these goals in life.”
December 2014 Newsletter
What’s New
2 New Employees 3 Yodeling Contest and Sambu Recipes 4-7 Halloween Costume Photos 8 Lake Padden Trail Half 9-10 Udo’s Oil Recipes 11-14 OTM Sponsored Athletes Flora Insider Newsletter December Edition 2014 www.florahealth.com Managing Editor Design CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
On the Cover Christmas Time wreath with star ornaments and beads. Shutterstock.com COVER PHOTO CREDIT
Tricia Terpstra Jennifer Freeman Grace Dehn Marti Riemer Tricia Terpstra
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New Employees
Welcome New Employees Nico Anzaldua Nicolas “Nico” Anzaldua began working for Flora, Inc. on October 11, 2014 as the South East-Bay Account Manager. Nico grew up in Central America but now lives in Oakland, CA. He enjoys traveling, taking vitamins, reading, gazing at classical art, humor, good conversation and music. He can’t wait to devote the rest of his years working for Flora.
Jill Roussin Jill Roussin started in October as the Account Manager managing the Interior and Northern BC territory. When not at work, Jill enjoys outdoor recreation, creating nutritious and delicious whole food recipes, and connecting with family, friends and God. She loves anything that encourages the growth and inspiration of body, mind and spirit. Jill is so excited to be part of the Flora team and work for a company that stands for a lot of truths that resonate as very important in her life and beliefs.
Flora Expanding with New Warehouse
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Flora Inc. plans to build a new product and packaging warehouse – plans have been submitted to the City of Lynden and include a new warehouse and storm-water retention facility. The new warehouse will add 10,000 square feet to our current facility, and will provide an additional 3,600 square feet of freezer space. The project is expected to be completed in September 2015.
Yodeling Contest
Flora is running another consumer yodeling contest this year!
Win a trip to switzerland! Enter your video: January 1st - February 28th, 2015 Voting Period: March 1st - March 31st Judging Period: April 1st & 2nd Grand prize winner will be announced April 3rd
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TO ENTER & SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO, VISIT WWW.FLORAHEALTH.COM/YODELING
It is time to show off your amazing yodeling skills and win an all-expensepaid trip for two to Switzerland (valued at $7,000)! Simply create a video, yodel your heart out, and be creative.
Elderberry Ice Cream Simply add 2 tablespoons of Sambu®Elderberry Concentrate to vanilla coconut ice cream. Yum! Immune Boosting Popsicles Make Sambu®Elderberry Concentrate popsicles. Add Sambu® Elderberry Concentrate to your favourite juice or water, add to popsicle tray, and freeze. Soothing Throat Ice Cubes Make ice cubes from Sambu®Elderberry Concentrate. When you have a cough or scratchy throat, take one out and let it melt slowly in your mouth. Now that’s soothing!
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Halloween Costumes
Halloween costume contest!
Thank you for all those who participated. We had very creative, fun, and some scary costumes.
Rebecca bennett Rajni Sharma
peggy casey
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Halloween Costumes
Who was the grand prize winner? After considering all the costumes, we have a winner‌ FRANCIS CHEUNG who was a lego Batman. CONGRATULATIONS FRANCIS!!! Great job everyone!!! FRANCIS Francis & lisa ciarallo
Winner!
Francis & r obert ferguson
Francis cheung
tracy cheung, Francis, & grace dehn
jessie Rodriguez bert bauden , jessie Rodriguez, & elena Bax ter
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Halloween Costumes
Halloween costume contest!
lisa ciarallo
jennifer freeman
abby warick
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Halloween Costumes
Halloween costume contest! abby, faye,
and susan
Susan Giroux
faye Aspden
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Lake Padden Half
Marti Riemer at the Expo booth on the Friday before the race.
Flora was the title sponsor for the Lake Padden Trail Half Marathon Bellingham, Washington Saturday October 18th, 2014 Flora Health was once again the title sponsor for the Lake Padden Trail Half Marathon held in Bellingham, WA on October 18th. Therefore, Flora participated in the race expo on October 17th. Many athletes and families attended the expo and received Flora product samples, literature, and the much-coveted running beanies. The Flora booth was well attended and the samples were well received. The Flora team received numerous compliments on the new tent featuring athlete ambassadors Sage Canaday, Rob Krar, and Max King. This year the race was deemed the USATF National Championships, which drew over 60 elite competitors to the event. Patrick Smyth of Salt Lake City, UT won the men’s race and Maria Dalzolt of Bellingham, WA won the women’s race. Overall, 270 athletes participated in the race. Flora was also well represented among the runners. A huge congratulation goes out to the following employees who completed the race: Tricia Terpstra, Amanda Neiser, Roberto Aguilera and Noe Cortes. The proceeds from this race go to Rebound of Whatcom County. 8
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Marti and Brittany manning the Oil the Machine booth.
Recipes
Citrus Oatmeal Smoothie + Udo’s Oil Serves 4 (makes 4 cups)
Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas, cut into chunks
1/2 cup water (or until desired consistency) 1-2 tbsp. honey or maple syrup (optional)
1 naval orange, peel and pith removed, cut into chunks 1 grapefruit (pink or red), peel and pith removed, cut into chunks 1 lemon (or lime), peel and pith removed, cut into chunks
1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth, about 2 minutes; 2. Pour into individual glasses and serve.
1/2 cup rolled oats (or steel cut) 1/4 cup Udo’s Oil 1 cup yogurt (or alternative milks for vegans)
Recipes and photos by Udo Erasmus’ daughter Usha Menard.
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Cherry Tomato and Orzo with Feta + Homemade Pesto Serves 4
For the pesto (about 1 ½ cups):
For the dish (about 6 cups):
1 large bunch fresh basil (about 2 cups packed leaves)
2 cups cooked orzo (or quinoa or cous cous)
¾ cups Udo’s Oil
1 large orange bell pepper, diced
½ cup grated parmesan
1 cup feta cheese (5 ounces), crumbled
2-3 medium garlic cloves
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
A small handful of pine nuts (about 1 tbsp.)
½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
¼ cup homemade pesto Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
1. Loosely chop basil and mince garlic; 2. In a blender or processor, combine the basil, parmesan, garlic, pine nuts, adding the oil last, and blend; 3. Season with salt and pepper; 4. Set aside ¼ cup of pesto, refrigerate the unused pesto in a well-sealed glass container, and use within 7 days.
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1. Setting aside some feta for garnish, combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl; toss well; 2. Sprinkle with feta and serve.
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OTM Ambassadors
2015
Oil the Machine Sponsored Athletes Max King “One of my issues in converting over to longer ultra distance races has been fat metabolism. I’ve noticed a significant change in how my body can convert fat to energy since using Udo’s Oil and I can run longer and stronger than ever before.” - Max King
Ellie Greenwood “In order to achieve my running and racing ambitions I push my body hard throughout the year both in training and competition. Flora and Udo’s products are invaluable in allowing me to do this as they help me keep healthy and fit. A healthy and balanced diet is key for any athlete and Flora and Udo’s products help me achieve this.” - Ellie Greenwood
Krissy Moehl “Since I began fueling with 7 Sources earlier this summer, I’ve been able to sustain higher volumes of training healthfully on a consistent basis. The flavor and added health benefits of 7 Sources make it easy to mix into smoothies, pour over salads and bread, and mix in with oatmeal.” - Krissy Moehl
Rob Krar “Proper nutrition is paramount for me to reach my potential in training and racing. Flora 7 Sources Oil is an important part of my daily nutrition and without a doubt aids in both my performance and recovery..” - Rob Krar
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OTM Ambassadors
Sage Canaday “Ever since I have started using Flora Udo’s Oil I have felt more sustained energy levels throughout the course of the day. Whether I’m running up a 14,000 foot mountain or going out for a long trail run, I’ve found that my energy levels remain more constant and that I’m able to perform at a higher level for hours on end.” - Sage Canaday
Jason Schlarb “Udo’s Oil and now 7 Sources, has been instrumental in transitioning my body to perform more efficiently on fats and proteins. 7 Sources and Udo’s goes in my daily smoothie, on salads, or by itself when I am on the go. I am running faster and stronger than ever and premium quality Flora products are a big part of the reason why.” - Jason Schlarb
Stephanie Howe “As an endurance athlete, getting enough essential fatty acids is crucial for racing, training, and recovery. I use Udo’s Oil everyday to ensure that I get everything that I need. I have noticed that I feel more energized on a day to day basis since incorporating Udo’s Oil into my diet. Getting all the nutrients I need can be challenging so I turn to high quality products like Flora to make sure I’m well fueled.” - Stephanie Howe
Yassine Diboun “My family and I have been using and thriving on Udo’s Oil and Flora products since 2010 (the year our daughter was born). As an athlete I have noticed improvements in my energy levels and recovery, no doubt, but it has been amazing to see the benefits for our child’s development, and the overall health and well-being of our family. Can’t say enough good things about this quality brand, and we are grateful to have it as an integral part of our nutrition.” - Yassine Diboun
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OTM Ambassadors
2015
Oil the Machine Sponsored Athletes Joseph Gray “You can only go as far as you are willing to work for” - Joseph Gray
Anna Frost “I have had so many amazing opportunities to adventure, travel and race around the world. I have had some really successful and unsuccessful races...but in all of those I feel I have accomplished the learning. And that is what is really important. What makes me the most proud is seeing people around me achieve their goals no matter what level that goal is. The look in their eyes is awesome.” - Anna Frost
Sally McRay “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” (C.S. Lewis) - Sally McRay
Matt Flaherty “Training for and racing ultra marathons is quite demanding on my body. For this reason, my nutrition is paramount. Flora 7 Sources provides me with a great vegetarian source of Omega 3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA, which can be tough to get from vegetarian sources. 7 Sources and Flora’s other products are of the highest quality and work well to keep me recovered, healthy, and energized, allowing me to perform at my peak.” - Matt Flaherty
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OTM Ambassadors
Seth Swanson “Keep close to Nature’s heart... and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” (John Muir) - Seth Swanson
Anne Gilbert Chase “Climbing takes you to a place within yourself that is completely present in the moment and nothing outside of that moment and experience matters. I love this feeling. Climbing also inspires me to travel and see the world, allowing me an opportunity to go places and meet people from a different perspective. ” - Anne Gilbert Chase
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Christmas Carol Scramble
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