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Rib eye steak is usually considered “THE steak” by most steak lovers. It is one of the most flavorful cuts besides the filet. Our rib eye is bone-in – technically referred to as a “cowboy cut,” offering that much more flavor and tenderness. Our Piedmontese breed makes this cut EXCEPTIONALLY tender and lean. In fact, one of our favorite reviews has been, "It was so good I didn't have time for a fork and knife - just ate it cave man style...with my hands!" There you have it folks, possibly the best review a steak can receive and why the caveman discovered fire to begin with. WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when cavemen probably DID eat with their hands! And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Rib eye steak is usually considered “THE steak” by most steak lovers. It is one of the most flavorful cuts ... more

The Round Eye Roast is a lean cut that is a great oven roast when cooked medium rare to medium. It can be cubed for stew meat, strips for stir fry or thinly sliced for excellent sandwich meat! Piedmontese is a naturally low fat, low cholesterol beef. Due to its genetic disposition to "double muscling", this beef upholds its integrity, tenderness, and flavor.
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The Round Eye Roast is a lean cut that is a great oven roast when cooked medium rare to medium. ... more

Beef short ribs (especially our exceptionally tender Piedmontese!) are typically more tender and meaty than pork. And although less known, many folks prefer short ribs over the back ribs. And unlike the back ribs - "shorties" can be cooked to medium-rare - which is the most flavorful temperature for red meat. And they couldn't be easier to make!...try 'em braised with your favorite stout beer! WHY PIEDMONTESE? From the Piedmont of Italy to the Piedmont of Georgia, we bring you a very rare, very gourmet, heritage breed! Piedmontese is unique in that it is one of the only breeds to carry the myostatin gene - resulting in a "double muscling" trait and an animal that is magnificent to behold - think Hulk Hogan...but beautiful. Which then translates to an absolutely BEAUTIFUL cut of meat with fine fibers and very low fat. It is so lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! And it's history is pretty incredible too- the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. Making its bloodline "one of the most unique gene pool of any breed of cattle in the world." FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING...Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to think if it as the miracle meat..."You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Beef short ribs (especially our exceptionally tender Piedmontese!) are typically more tender and meaty than pork. And although less known, ... more

Beef short ribs (especially our exceptionally tender Piedmontese!) are typically more tender and meaty than pork. And although less known, many folks prefer short ribs over the back ribs. And unlike the back ribs - "shorties" can be cooked to medium-rare - which is the most flavorful temperature for red meat. And they couldn't be easier to make!...try 'em braised with your favorite stout beer! WHY PIEDMONTESE? From the Piedmont of Italy to the Piedmont of Georgia, we bring you a very rare, very gourmet, heritage breed! Piedmontese is unique in that it is one of the only breeds to carry the myostatin gene - resulting in a "double muscling" trait and an animal that is magnificent to behold - think Hulk Hogan...but beautiful. Which then translates to an absolutely BEAUTIFUL cut of meat with fine fibers and very low fat. It is so lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! And it's history is pretty incredible too- the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. Making its bloodline "one of the most unique gene pool of any breed of cattle in the world." FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING...Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to think if it as the miracle meat..."You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Beef short ribs (especially our exceptionally tender Piedmontese!) are typically more tender and meaty than pork. And although less known, ... more

Beef short ribs (especially our exceptionally tender Piedmontese!) are typically more tender and meaty than pork. And although less known, many folks prefer short ribs over the back ribs. And unlike the back ribs - "shorties" can be cooked to medium-rare - which is the most flavorful temperature for red meat. And they couldn't be easier to make!...try 'em braised with your favorite stout beer! WHY PIEDMONTESE? From the Piedmont of Italy to the Piedmont of Georgia, we bring you a very rare, very gourmet, heritage breed! Piedmontese is unique in that it is one of the only breeds to carry the myostatin gene - resulting in a "double muscling" trait and an animal that is magnificent to behold - think Hulk Hogan...but beautiful. Which then translates to an absolutely BEAUTIFUL cut of meat with fine fibers and very low fat. It is so lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! And it's history is pretty incredible too- the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. Making its bloodline "one of the most unique gene pool of any breed of cattle in the world." FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING...Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to think if it as the miracle meat..."You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Beef short ribs (especially our exceptionally tender Piedmontese!) are typically more tender and meaty than pork. And although less known, ... more

Our grass fed Piedmontese Shoulder Roast is rich in flavor but not in fat...making it a healthy AND succulent dinner option! The bone in only adds to it's rich and delicious flavor! And it's grass finishing only enhances that flavor all the more! Best for slow cooking, pot roasting, braising, or stewing. OUR FAVORITE METHOD OF PREPARATION: Marinated in lime juice, cilantro & garlic...slow cooked...delicious served as is or pulled apart for TACOS! (hint: Save the broth to make homemade ramen noodles!) WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Our grass fed Piedmontese Shoulder Roast is rich in flavor but not in fat...making it a healthy AND succulent dinner ... more

A lean cut from the hip of the cow, Sirloin Steaks are slightly tougher than other cuts and ideal for quick cooking methods such as grilling. WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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A lean cut from the hip of the cow, Sirloin Steaks are slightly tougher than other cuts and ideal for ... more

A lean cut from the hip of the cow, Sirloin Steaks are slightly tougher than other cuts and ideal for quick cooking methods such as grilling. WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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A lean cut from the hip of the cow, Sirloin Steaks are slightly tougher than other cuts and ideal for ... more

Our grass fed Piedmontese Sirloin Tip Roast is one of the more tender roasts you will find! Great for slow cooking, pot roasting, braising, or stewing....and tender enough for oven roasting and kabobs! WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Our grass fed Piedmontese Sirloin Tip Roast is one of the more tender roasts you will find! Great for slow ... more

Our grass fed Piedmontese Sirloin Tip Roast is one of the more tender roasts you will find! Great for slow cooking, pot roasting, braising, or stewing....and tender enough for oven roasting and kabobs! WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when homo neanderthalensis coexisted with homo sapiens, stalking wooly mammoths and being stalked by saber toothed cats. And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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Our grass fed Piedmontese Sirloin Tip Roast is one of the more tender roasts you will find! Great for slow ... more

There's nothin' better then a warm, hearty bowl of beef stew on a cold winter evening...our favorite is beef & barley! Homemade stew topped off by knowing your meat comes from a healthy, sustainable and local source...now that's a very special thing, in deed. WHY PIEDMONTESE? It is a gourmet heritage breed originally from the Piedmont of Italy. Due to a naturally occurring "double muscling" gene, Piedmontese is incredibly lean while preserving unsurpassed tenderness. So lean the American Heart Association endorses Piedmontese as a Heart Healthy Food! If that is not enough to entice you, it's history might - the purity of the Piedmontese bloodline dates back 25,000 years ago to the late stone age...back when cavemen probably DID eat with their hands! And due to it's unique bloodline and gourmet quality it is exceptionally rare and valuable. We are one of the few farmers in the Southeast...even the nation to raise Piedmontese Beef. FOR THE LOVE OF COMMUNITY & ALL THINGS FARMING... Our farming philosophy is pure and simple - respecting our animals and our pastures with no antibiotics, hormones or harmful chemicals...from birth to finish. We choose to crossbreed our certified Piedmontese bull, Al, to "mom's" of various breeds who are chosen for their propensity to grass finishing. Thus tailoring our beef for superior qualities. The "double muscling" gene, however, is dominant and is the influencing trait in all of our Piedmontese beef. We like to say with Piedmontese, "You can have your steak and eat it too!"
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There's nothin' better then a warm, hearty bowl of beef stew on a cold winter evening...our favorite is beef & ... more

Our grass fed Piedmontese Bottom Round Roast is a flavorful, lean cut of beef that is primarily oven roasted. We choose Piedmontese because the double-muscling gene produces leaner yet tender beef that’s lower in calories than conventional beef. Our beef is grass-fed from start to finish. No hormones. No chemicals.
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Our grass fed Piedmontese Bottom Round Roast is a flavorful, lean cut of beef that is primarily oven roasted. We ... more

Our grass fed Piedmontese Bottom Round Roast is a flavorful, lean cut of beef that is primarily oven roasted. We choose Piedmontese because the double-muscling gene produces leaner yet tender beef that’s lower in calories than conventional beef. Our beef is grass-fed from start to finish. No hormones. No chemicals.
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Our grass fed Piedmontese Bottom Round Roast is a flavorful, lean cut of beef that is primarily oven roasted. We ... more

Beet Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from raw beets that goes back centuries, if not longer. Beets by themselves are considered by many to be a nutritional powerhouse that have many health promoting properties, and the fermentation process multiplies these, resulting in a clean and refreshing health tonic with many health promoting qualities, among which many believe to be: *efficient hydration (*far surpassing any of the commercial 'sports drinks' on the market), *blood builder, *liver detoxifie`r & cleanser, *immune system builder, and the list goes on. To find out for yourself just how healthy beets are, just google it. Ingredients: Reverse Osmosis Filtered Water, Organic Beets, Organic Apples, Organic Garlic, Organic Ginger, Organic Cayenne Pepper
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Beet Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from raw beets that goes back centuries, if not longer. Beets by ... more

Beet Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from raw beets that goes back centuries, if not longer. Beets by themselves are considered by many to be a nutritional powerhouse that have many health promoting properties, and the fermentation process multiplies these, resulting in a clean and refreshing health tonic with many health promoting qualities, among which many believe to be: *efficient hydration (*far surpassing any of the commercial 'sports drinks' on the market), *blood builder, *liver detoxifier & cleanser, *immune system builder, and the list goes on. To find out for yourself just how healthy beets are, just google it.
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Beet Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from raw beets that goes back centuries, if not longer. Beets by ... more

They call it the blood of the Earth... Beet Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from raw beets that goes back centuries, if not longer. Beets by themselves are considered by many to be a nutritional powerhouse that have many health promoting properties, and the fermentation process multiplies these, resulting in a clean and refreshing health tonic with many health promoting qualities, among which many believe to be: *efficient hydration (*far surpassing any of the commercial 'sports drinks' on the market), *blood builder, *liver detoxifier & cleanser, *immune system builder, and the list goes on. To find out for yourself just how healthy beets are, just google it. Ingredients: RO Purified Water, Organic Red Beets, Organic Apples, Himalayan Pink Salt
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They call it the blood of the Earth... Beet Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from raw beets that ... more

Delicious sweet blueberries. Picked and frozen at peak ripeness. 2019 harvest. Great to eat by themselves (just ask our 3yr old and 1yr old), in smoothies, for baking, preserves, or cold/warm cereal. 1 cup per day helps maintain healthy memory.
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Delicious sweet blueberries. Picked and frozen at peak ripeness. 2019 harvest. Great to eat by themselves (just ask our 3yr ... more

Pure blueberries turned into a liquid. We recommend mixing with mineral water, adding to smoothies, and making a salad dressing with vinegar and honey. A gallon of blueberries makes a half gallon of this concentrate.
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Pure blueberries turned into a liquid. We recommend mixing with mineral water, adding to smoothies, and making a salad dressing ... more

Whole blueberries in a delicious syrup. Dessert topper, pancakes, sandwiches, oatmeal....

Raw with the mother, our blueberry vinegar contains the health properties of organic raw apple cider vinegar, our certified naturally grown blueberries, and a dash of organic cane sugar (used to boost the fermentation). We use on salads, cooked greens, drizzle over baked chicken and as a health tonic (1 T in 1 cup of water first thing out of bed in the mornings).
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Raw with the mother, our blueberry vinegar contains the health properties of organic raw apple cider vinegar, our certified naturally ... more

Hardcover copy of Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed, by Cathy R.Payne, Athens author and grower. Signed copy or personalized on request - make a note to seller when ordering or email guineahogbooks@gmail.com. When Cathy wanted to read the history of a homestead hog breed she was raising in Elberton, she hit a brick wall. No heritage animal except for horse breeds had a book dedicated to them. She spent the next five years interviewing old-timers to record their history before it was too late. The result is an easy, entertaining and informative read about a wonderful southern hog that will give you a glimpse into 20th-century rural life, and factors leading to the near demise of diverse family farms and the black Guinea Hog. A durable, quality book Retail price is $32.99 Support your local authors!
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Hardcover copy of Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed, by Cathy R.Payne, Athens author and ... more

Softcover copy of Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed, by Cathy R.Payne, Athens author and grower. Signed copy or personalized on request - make a note to seller when ordering or email guineahogbooks@gmail.com. When Cathy wanted to read the history of a homestead hog breed she was raising in Elberton, she hit a brick wall. No heritage animal except for horse breeds had a book dedicated to them. She spent the next five years interviewing old-timers to record their history before it was too late. The result is an easy, entertaining and informative read about a wonderful southern hog that will give you a glimpse into 20th-century rural life, and factors leading to the near demise of diverse family farms and the black Guinea Hog. Retail price is $24.99 Support your local authors!
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Softcover copy of Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed, by Cathy R.Payne, Athens author and ... more

Bottle gourd has always been regarded as one of the healthiest veggies. This very versatile vegetable is full of water (about 92%) and minerals and keeps your body hydrated. Also known as Lauki or Doodhi in India, it definitely doesn’t get as much attention as it deserves. “Bottle gourd is a vegetable high on water and is a rich source of vitamin C, K and calcium. It helps in maintaining a healthy heart and brings down bad cholesterol levels. The juice is also beneficial for diabetic patients as it stabilizes the blood sugar level and maintains blood pressure. The best time to have it is in morning. A small glass would just be perfect. Also, one needs to consume the juice immediately as it oxidizes quite fast,” shares Bangalore-based Nutritionist Dr. Anju Sood.Still not convinced? Perhaps, these incredible benefits of drinking bottle gourd juice will change your mind:
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Bottle gourd has always been regarded as one of the healthiest veggies. This very versatile vegetable is full of water ... more

All flour milled from certified organic grain.Open-crumbed, light, naturally leavened bread. Think San Francisco sourdough without the bite. Unbleached flour, stoneground rye flour, sea salt, culture.
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All flour milled from certified organic grain.Open-crumbed, light, naturally leavened bread. Think San Francisco sourdough without the bite. Unbleached flour, ... more

All flour milled from certified organic grain. Naturally leavened baguette. No commercial yeast, risen entirely with our own natural "wild fermentation" starter. A little crustier and a little chewier than our Classic Baguette. More complex fermentation flavor. Made with unbleached flour, house-milled organic rye flour, and sea salt.
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All flour milled from certified organic grain. Naturally leavened baguette. No commercial yeast, risen entirely with our own natural "wild ... more