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What's NEW these days . . .
6-26-07
There is a new article about the growth of the Soyfoods Market that mentions Sunergia Here
4-2-06 -- Dr Dean Ornish has some insightful thoughts on Fat in the Diet and the recent Women's Health Initiative Study, check out this excerpt; for the full column click on link below:
"...Here's the good news: in this study, the risk of a heart attack was reduced in the subgroup of patients who consumed the lowest amount of saturated fat, trans fat, and the highest amount of fruits and vegetables.
his finding is consistent with many other studies showing that the majority of people with heart disease who make only moderate reductions in dietary fat and cholesterol show continued worsening of their coronary artery disease. However, bigger changes in diet and lifestyle may prevent heart attacks in almost everyone.
Last year, for example, the landmark INTERHEART study of almost 30,000 men and women in 52 countries found that nine factors related to diet and lifestyle accounted for 94 percent of the risk of a heart attack in women and 90 percent of the risk of a heart attack in men. This was seen in all geographic regions and in every racial and ethnic group worldwide.
In addition to preventing disease, the body has a remarkable capacity to begin healing itself if we give it a chance to do so. My colleagues and I documented that most people who already have coronary heart disease can reverse its progression just by making intensive changes in diet and lifestyle, without drugs or surgery. These include a diet much lower in saturated fat and trans fatty acids and high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and soy products, as well as moderate exercise, stress management techniques (such as yoga and meditation), and support groups. These studies used the latest in high-tech, state-of-the-art measures to prove the power of simple, low-cost, and low-tech lifestyle changes. Also, these patients showed a 40 percent average reduction in LDL-cholesterol after one year without cholesterol-lowering drugs. ….
….Fat is only part of the story. What we include in our diets is at least as important as what we exclude. There are at least a thousand substances that have health benefits-phytochemicals, bioflavonoids, carotenoids, retinols, isoflavones, genistein, lycopene, and so on. With few exceptions, these beneficial substances are found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and soy products.
You have a wide spectrum of dietary choices; it's not all or nothing. If you go on a diet and feel constrained, you are more likely to drop it. But if you see your food choices each day as part of a spectrum, then you are more likely to feel free and empowered.
If you indulge yourself one day, you can eat more healthfully the next. If you're a couch potato one day, exercise a little more the next. Then, you're less likely to feel restricted. Studies have shown that those who eat the healthiest diets are the ones that allow themselves some indulgences.
Not everyone needs to make bigger changes in diet and lifestyle. If you're at high risk or are trying to reverse heart disease or prevent the recurrence of cancer, then you probably need to make bigger changes in diet and lifestyle than someone who just wants to lose a few pounds and is otherwise healthy (and needs only the proverbial "ounce of prevention"). If you just want to lower your cholesterol or blood pressure, you can begin by making moderate changes in diet and lifestyle. If that's enough to achieve your goals, great; if not, then consider making bigger changes.
It's not just about living longer, but also about living better. These are diet and lifestyle changes that make you feel good."
Dr. Dean Ornish is founder and president of the non-profit Preventive Medicine Research Institute and a clinical professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. He is the author of several books, including the New York Times' bestsellers "Eat More, Weight Less" and "Love & Survival."
For more information, please go to www.ornish.com or www.pmri.org.
3-08-06 -- Sunergia begins sales of the new vegan and organic Soy Feta to Ontario Natural Foods Co-op. We have developed 3 flavors of this non-dairy lactose free feta cheese alternative. Perhaps the first certifed organic cheese alternative on the market in North America, we are excited about introducing our soy feta to consumers in Ontario and soon to other parts of Canada and the US.
Has less than 1/3 the fat as typical dairy feta, and less salt as well.The three flavors are Lemon - Oregano, Tomato & Garlic, and Mediterranean Herb.They are great on their own, in salads, and anywhere you want a bit of cheese flavor."
2-18-06 -- John Robbins on a misleading story by Sally Fallon and Mary G. Enig.
3-30-05 -- The Sunergia Web site wakes from it's long winter slumber in order to report that the Vegetarian Times recently profiled Sunergia’s soyfoods in this month's issue. GOOD SOY!
9-23-04 -- Sunergia catches on up and down the Canadian west coast. Those Vancouverians want the soy too. The occurs just as we penetrate Florida further, where near-riots ensue, as thousands of Florida residents rush to their local markets -- some at speeds of up to 17mph.
4-4-04 -- We begin a lobby in Washington for a socialized soy state. Where? In the great state of Sunergia of course!
11-29-03 -- Jon's begun working on a new line of affordable, yet very high quality seasoned soyfood recipes. We hope to have it available by end of 2004. Jon never sleeps. Jon never thinks about anything but the evolution of soy food. Jon is a machine and benevolent sociopath. Just don't make eye contact, and everything's cool.
10-7-03 -- Sunergia's sales get colder--as they head to Canada. After exhibiting at a tradeshow in Toronto, Ontario, Jon and Janus realizes that Canadians want Sunergia soy much. Note to Jon: start on that soy hockey puck.
5-13-03 -- We've added several delicious recipes onto our website; a few emailed to us by enthusiastic soyfood eaters and tinkerers. Yummy!
3-28-03 -- The Texas Longhorns make it to the NCAA Final Four for the first time ever. EVER! Tofu riots ensue.
3-15-03 -- Spicy Jalapeno was already really yummy. Starting today, it's MORE yummy. 'Cause we're now adding chipotlé peppers sprinkled into the marinade. What a blast of flavor!
3-3-03 -- On the third day of the third month of the third year of the beginning of the third millennium, we are introducing two new flavors: Spicy Indian and Spicy Thai. Freaky? But what's even freakier is . . . what happened to the third new flavor?! Spicy Bermuda Triangle Soy, perhaps?
2-13-03 -- Breakfast Style and Mild Italian flavors are now 100% organic!!! We're very proud of this, as we've been trying for months and months to procure a couple hard to find organic ingredients. Now, the potion is complete.
1-1-03 -- We are now available in a number of new markets across the land. We, ourselves, personally, are still available by appointment only.
11-01-02 -- We have been picked up by some national distributors. So, um, pretty soon, folks'll be stocking up for Monday Night Football(tm) won't they? Keep your cleats crossed.
10-15-02 -- Sunergia gets spun on SPIN's radar -- which means we're now a playa in the natural foods market, yo. And, in fact, we appear to be a pretty bright blip. Over a twelve week block, we were the fastest growing in our category -- with a growth rate of 30%! At this pace, according to Jon's careful calculations . . . in ten years, there will be more Sunergia Soyfoods being sold then there will be people on Earth. The implication is clear: Tofu Terminators.
8-25-02 -- Ben, Sunergia's 3 year old master taster, declares, "My favorite food is tofu". Jon gushes, and together, they break out the Sunergia from the fridge and 'break soy'. "That's my boy. That's my boy."
5-9-02 -- Jon cooks up Danny's mom her first ever "yummy" tofu meal. She now refers to Danny and Jon as "The Tofu Brothers" even though she knows they're not brothers. Danny rolls eyes.
5-1-02 -- Local NYC distributor now brings our soy foods to the heard of the Big Apple. Soyfoods are now available anytime, day or night in the City.
4-04-02 -- Sunergia mentioned atop the list of hot soy food companies in the April issue of Vegetarian Times. Thank you SOY MUCH!
4-01-02 -- We've officially GONE NUTS! We introduce yet more flavors of soyfoods: Hearty Walnut and Pesto (w/ chopped roasted pine nuts).
3-01-02 -- We make first delivery to new west coast USA distributor, who serves CA, OR, WA, as well as AZ, NV, and HI. Now we'll have to take that trip to Hawaii to see visit some stores--too bad!
2-01-02 -- Sunergia makes first delivery to new Colorado distributor, who serves CO, NM, AZ, UT, NB, KS. Long talks ensue how soyfoods can be eaten around the mountain camp fires.
10-01-01 -- Sunergia discontinues our first flavor - the Smoked Portabella Soy Sausage. Or shall we say, it sacrificed itself for the rest of the product line. Naw -- let's just say we ditched it. But you know what? We, coincidently, have more room now for some of our NEW FLAVORS.
9-01-01 -- We introduce first 100% organic ready to eat Fine Herb. Wonderful in salads and sandwiches.
8-23-01 -- Soy moves into the Southland. We make first delivery to new Atlantic state distributor in Florida, who Florida markets north to Virginia, and from Florida west to Louisiana.
3-06-01 -- Ben turns two. Says "I don't like tofu" for first time. Cora (9) brings tofu to school disguised in sandwich w/lettuce and mustard. No bullies in sight.
1-01-01 -- We introduce 4 more flavors of more than soyfoods:- Soy of the Sea, Peanut Ginger, Spinach Jalapeño and Indian Masala. Critics rave.
3-18-01 -- And we mean it this time! The recipe page now works on all browsers. Miracle of soy technology.
3-16-01 -- The recipe page is finally working properly. AMERICA EATS GOOD AGAIN!
3-15-01 -- Jon concocts soy umbrella substitute to deal with springtime in Virginia. Janus calls this madness--says wet soy won't work.
3-12-01 -- Jon and Marsha return from big tradeshow in California. Other tofu-makers concede California's significant electoral votes. Oregon still counting.
6-17-00 -- Sunergia introduces four new soyfood flavors. World says "Yummy!"
3-25-00 -- Danny fixes typos and broken links lovingly emailed in from several dozen family and friends.
3-24-00 -- The Sunergia website goes online -- draws several dozen hits from family and friends.
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