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La Tourangelle Foundation

La Tourangelle believes that access to good food and good education is the bedrock of a healthy community. That is why we dedicated 2% of our revenues and 5% of our land in Woodland, Yolo County, CA to community projects that support edible gardens within schools, regenerative agriculture, and food banks. Read on to learn about the La Tourangelle Foundation's three pillars of action that work towards community building and sustainability!   Growing the Next Generation Since the 1960's, childhood obesity has become a growing public health issue and has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. As such, there...

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Best Finishing Oils

Finishing Oils For flavoring or finishing dishes you have already cooked or to add extra nutrition and smoothness to smoothies or health drinks, we recommend using flavorful oils with rich nutty flavor or delicate infused herbs. Toasted sesame oil and nutty flaxseed oil are perfect for drizzling over cooked dishes of rice, meat or vegetables for a fuller flourish of flavor. A drizzle of roasted walnut oil over oatmeal or a seared steak can offer an elegant finish. We recommend against using canola oil or safflower oil as a finishing oil. Although versatile, their neutral flavor makes them better used for cooking...

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What Are Omegas?

Also known as unsaturated fats, omegas are dietary fats that contribute to a healthy lifestyle and proper body function when well-balanced in your diet. It is recommended that you balance all three types of omega fatty acids — omega-3s, omega-6s and omega-9s — in your diet to benefit your body effectively. While omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats because of the multiple double bonds in their chemical structures, omega-9s are known as monounsaturated fats, containing only one double bond. The body produces monounsaturated fats like omega-9 fatty acids naturally, but still can be beneficial when incorporated into the diet. Polyunsaturated...

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6 Benefits of Virgin Avocado Oil

From toast and guacamole to ceviche, avocados have become one of the most defining health-food trends of the 21st century. For good reason, too! Concentrated down into a cooking oil, this fruit can pack various health benefits into your meals and is a great addition to your staple pantry oils due to its mild taste and medium-high smoke point. This fruit is totally packed with health benefits, and if you love using avocado oil in your meals, there are plenty of reasons to continue doing so. This dynamic product combines flavor, function and health benefits into a delicious all-purpose oil. ...

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