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March 2010 Newsletter

This month we are looking forward to the Spring Equinox on March 20th. The tulips are already blooming here on the central coast! Spring fever is just around the corner. It is one of our favorite months, sort of a personal do over with getting back in shape from the long winter. It is also a perfect tie in with National Nutrition Month. So while you are shopping for your new garden plants, don't forget to stop by the produce section in your local market and pick up some of our healthy, ready to eat, fresh-cut vegetables to get your healthy do over started!



National Nutrition Month
March is the month set aside to re-evaluate our nutrition habits and goals. The American Dietetic Association has a motto to match their website " It's all about eating right". Before we start to spring clean our house, lets spring clean our body and health habits. I know my winter coat has become a little heavier than it was last September! For more details on body mass, defining overweight and obese, tips for dining out, and healthy weight loss from children to adults visit
The American Dietetic Association

March 19th is National Laugh Day
In the never ending search for stress relief as a part of better health, I came across an article "The Health Benefits of Humor and Laughter". "Did you know that laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts your energy and diminishes pain? It is fun, free and easy to use. Humor lightens your burdens, inspires hope and helps us to keep grounded and alert. After a good hearty laugh your body muscles will stay relaxed for 45 minutes. It also triggers the release of endorphins and improves the blood vessels and flow of blood to the heart, which helps protect against heart attacks. Laughter dissolves distressful moments and helps us shift perspectives. If you can't find someone to have a good laugh with today, try going to a comedy club or renting a really silly movie." For the complete article go to
Helpguide.org

Nutrition Tips
One of the ways to eat healthier is to be aware of the nutritional values of the foods you eat. High amounts of Vitamin A can be found in Broccoli (50%DV), Sweet Potatoes (250%DV), Cauliflower (70% DV) and Butternut Squash (180%DV). Both BroccoliniÆ and Broccoli have 130%DV of Vitamin C. While vitamin supplements are good, if you eat a healthy balanced diet they are needed less.

Ten minutes in the sun can provide you with 100% of the daily requirement of Vitamin D. You can also find rich amounts of Vitamin D in milk, fish, cheese and yogurt.
Try to avoid foods high in sodium and cholesterol. Make it a habit to really look at your nutrition labels when grocery shopping. Foods high in preservatives tend to be high in sodium, cholesterol and fat content.

Mann's Springtime Promotions 3 In All!!!
Beginning this month we will be offering some additional savings on Sugar Snap Peas® and Snow Peas. Buy any 2 packages and receive $1.00 off. We have also partnered with Litehouse Salad Dressings. Buy either Mann's Sweet Potatoes or Mann's Butternut Squash and receive $1.00 off of your Litehouse purchase. And if that wasn't enough, Simi Wine Co will give you $1.00 off of our delicious Broccolini® with the purchase of a bottle of Simi Wine. Check your local market while supplies last!

The Women & Men Behind Mann!
We held our quarterly Rewards and Recognition Awards this past month. We honored several employees that have honored Mann Packing Co. with their excellent contributions in making this family owned and operated business stronger than ever. Our award categories reflect our company values of Passion, Vision, Quality and History. Please join us in congratulating: Cody Ramsey; Laura Cuellar; Ricardo Rodriguez; Mirna Margarito; Elena Hernandez; Karen Wright; Sherry Castro; Sara Trevino; Albert Alvarado and Cecilia Mendoza. These are truly the men and women behind Mann!



Spring has sprung for most of us this month. Lucy from Brooklyn was covered in snow only 2 weeks ago. She seems to be looking up for some sunshine! Hope she finds it this weekend! Once you did out of the snow don't forget you can call or email us for coupons every 90 days!

Sincerely,

Susan Cameron
Mann Packing Co.
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